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GCSE Physics and Combined Science Equation Sheet support
Read about news on equation sheet support for GCSE Physics and Combined Science for 2025-27 exams.
Update on Support for Pearson GCSE Physics and Combined Science (Physics) Exams (2025–2027)
The Ofqual consultation has concluded, and as a result, we would like to inform you of the support we will provide for students sitting Pearson GCSE Physics and Combined Science (Physics) exams in 2025, 2026, and 2027.
Pearson will continue to offer support materials in the form of an equation sheet for these exams during this period. Clean copies of the equation sheet will be included with the exam papers for 2025, 2026, and 2027.
The equation sheet for the 2025 exams will be the same as the one used for the 2024 exams. As such, students and teachers are welcome to access the 2024 equation sheet for practice purposes, if they wish. Please find the link to download this below.
If you would like to read the full Ofqual consultation outcome please visit the Ofqual website - see link provided below.
Equation sheets for International Science qualifications
The same approach will be followed for our International GCSE Physics, Science Double Award and Single Award (physics) papers as deatiled in our recent update.
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November 2025 Teaching Science update
Welcome to your November Teaching Science update! This month’s edition brings together everything you need to stay informed and supported in your teaching - from key dates and training opportunities, to the latest qualification news and classroom resources. Whether you're planning ahead or looking for the latest support, I hope you find this update useful.
Best wishes,
Irine Muhiuddin
Science Subject Advisor -
International Science Qualification News November 2025
Hello colleagues,
This update contains news of key exam materials including equation sheets for International GCSE Physics and the scientific article for IAL Biology. We also have some clarification on unit prefixes for IAL candidates, a chance to have your say about the future of IAL Physics and reassuring news about entry requirements to top UK universities. We also have new core practical video playlists for International GCSE teachers.
As ever, don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way.
Best wishes,
Tim Lawrence
Pearson Edexcel Subject Advisor for International Science Qualifications