History
December 2025 History subject update
This update contains useful information, news and advice for Edexcel History teachers, including highlights of the Curriculum and Assessment Review final report which are most relevant to History teachers and an outline of the timeline for upcoming specification reforms.
Key Dates
Access to scripts deadline: 12 December 2025 - After this date you will no longer be able to view your students’ scripts using our free service.
Training for History teachers
The following training events are now available to book via our training page.
- GCSE History: Exploring the 'explain why' question, 20 January 2026 at 16:00 - 17:00 GMT
- GCSE History: Exploring the 'judgement essay' question, 17 March 2026 at 16:00 - 17:00 GMT
- A Level History: Accessing Level 5 Network, 12 February 2026 at 16:00 - 17:30 GMT
Recordings of Autumn term History events
You can now find recordings of the recent GCSE and A level History Summer 2025 insights events on our website:
You can find pre-recorded training videos and guidance to support the marking and delivery of A level History coursework on our website:
We have the following pre-recorded training events for teachers who are new to teaching our History specifications or are considering switching:
Resources and support materials
New Pearson Edexcel History Teacher Facebook Group
We’ve recently set up a new official Pearson Edexcel History Facebook group for teachers of our GCSE, A level and International History qualifications. This private group is for Edexcel teachers to share ideas and resources and to get support from colleagues as well as the Pearson History team.
The Curriculum and Assessment Review: key insights and next steps for History teachers
In early November 2025, the independent Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) Final Report and the government’s response were released. This update, for Secondary History teachers, highlights the key points from the CAR report and the government’s response helping you stay informed and prepared for what’s ahead.
Edexcel A level History Paper 1 and 2 teacher survey
We’re interested to hear from A level History teachers who have experience of the UK A Level specifications with Edexcel or other exam boards that were introduced in 2015. We’d be grateful if you could complete this short survey to tell us what you think about the Paper 1 and Paper 2 topics/routes. Your answers will help inform our thinking about the options we offer in a future Edexcel A Level History qualification.
New KS3 History topic of the month: Alice Kinloch
We’ve created a new KS3 History topic of the month worksheet and poster, focusing on Alice Kinloch who campaigned for the rights of South African mine workers.
Coming soon: Knowledge Booster tests for USA, 1954–75: conflict at home and abroad
We are working on a brand-new set of knowledge booster tests for Paper 3, USA 1954-75 and hope to make these available before the end of term via the qualification page.
On behalf of the Pearson Edexcel History team, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all teachers across schools and colleges for your incredible dedication and hard work throughout the year. Your commitment to supporting learners and fostering a love of history truly makes a difference.
As we approach the festive season, we hope you enjoy a well-deserved break filled with rest and celebration. We look forward to working alongside you in 2026 to continue inspiring success and supporting you every step of the way.
Subject advisor
Mark Battye
History
Subject updates
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The Curriculum and Assessment Review: key insights and next steps for History teachers
In early November 2025, the independent Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) Final Report and the government’s response were released. This update, for Secondary History teachers, highlights the key points from the CAR report and the government’s response, helping you stay informed and prepared for what’s ahead.