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 June 2025
This update is for teachers of International GCSE and International A Level courses in biology, chemistry, physics and science. I recommend you also read the general science June update from my colleague Irine - see the link after the contents list below.
It's been great to see our new Facebook group grow over the past couple of months - see the link below if you haven't yet joined and would like to take up this opportunity to connect with other teachers, ask questions and share ideas.
This update contains a link to a feedback form for International A Level teachers, key dates for the summer, upcoming training opportunities, news of iPrimary and iLower Secondary assessment and examiner opportunities and some answers to FAQs.
As ever please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like to discuss any aspect of our courses.
Best wishes,
Tim Lawrence
Pearson Edexcel Subject Advisor for International Science Qualifications -
June 2025 Teaching Science update
Welcome to the June Teaching Science update for teachers of Pearson Edexcel Science qualifications. In this update you will find key dates, details of training events, information on new resources and other news items to support your teaching.