Science
A level Science: Submission of the Head Teacher declaration form
This update is for A level Science and provides information about the Head Teacher declaration form that should be submitted by the 15 May.
A level Science practical requirements for 2023
As mentioned in a previous update practical requirements return to normal in 2023 for GCSE and A level Science. This means that students sitting A level Sciences in Summer 2023 are required to meet all the CPAC conditions stated in the A level Science specifications.
To support centres with practical work we provide A level Core Practical Guides and practical playlists for each A level Science qualification. These are located on the 'Teaching and Learning Materials' pages.
A level Science practical Head Teacher form
Centres are required to sign and send in the A level Science Head Teacher form by the 15 May to declare that students have completed a minimum of 12 practical activities that meet the practical Endorsement requirements of the A level science specifications. You can access the Head Teacher declaration form, along with accompanying CPAC FAQs, from the link below.
The completed Head Teacher declaration form should be submitted online to Pearson via the form below.
A ‘Pass’ (P) or ‘Not Classified’ (NC) decision for each student should also be submitted on Edexcel Online by 15 May. This can be done through the 'coursework marks' option on Edexcel Online.
Note, Edexcel Online (EOL) access and profile permissions are set by the Exams Officer at each centre. If the Exams Officer requires any support with EOL then our Exams Officer support team can be contacted on 0344 463 2535.
Subject advisor
Irine Muhiuddin
Science
Subject updates
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International Science Qualification News September 2026
Hello colleagues,
Welcome back to a new academic year! I hope those of you who are returning from a holiday have had some quality rest and relaxation, and that you are looking forward to working with your students in the year ahead. This update repeats some key information you may have missed from the past couple of months including links to key results support for those of you analysing results or supporting students who sat exams in May and June. There's also a reminder that we are looking for teachers to help us improve our IAL science courses, links to find the IAL Biology scientific articles for the October Unit 5 exam, and 'onboarding guides' for anyone new to teaching our IAL courses. You'll also find the usual key dates, upcoming training and FAQs below.
As ever, don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way - why not book a Teams call with me (follow the link below) if it would be helpful to talk something over?
Best wishes,
Tim Lawrence
Pearson Edexcel Subject Advisor for International Science Qualifications -
September 2026 Teaching Science update
Welcome back to a new academic year.
I hope you've had a good Summer break. As we begin a new term, this update brings together the latest news, guidance and resources to help support your planning and teaching of Pearson Edexcel Science qualifications. I hope you'll find it useful as you prepare for the year ahead.
Best wishes,
Irine Muhiuddin
Science Subject Advisor