Science
Ofqual Consultation on Equation Sheets for Summer 2024 exams
Ofqual have launched a consultation for formulae and equations sheets for Summer 2024 exams in GCSE Physics, Combined Science and Maths. You have the opportunity to share your views by the 30 November.
Ofqual Consultation on Equation Sheets
As a result of the disruption students may have experienced during the pandemic the DfE has decided that it is not necessary for students to memorise the usual formulae and equations for GCSE Physics, Combined Science and Maths for exams in Summer 2024.
Read the press release - Additional support materials for GCSE exams in 2024
Ofqual is now consulting on this and you can share your views through the Ofqual consultation response form:
Proposed changes to the assessment of mathematics, physics and combined science GCSEs in 2024
Share your views through the Ofqual consulation response form
The consultation will end on 30 November 2023 at 11:45pm.
Subject advisor
Irine Muhiuddin
Science
Subject updates
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April 2026 Teaching Science update
Welcome to the April Teaching Science Update.
This update includes key dates for Head Teacher declaration forms, the A level Biology A pre-release article for summer exams, training events such as a BTEC briefing on Level 2 and Level 3 reforms in England, Paper 3 preparation networks for A level Chemistry and Physics, new A level Physics switching guides for Pearson Edexcel, and other qualifications news to keep you informed.
Best wishes,
Irine Muhiuddin
Science Subject Advisor
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International Science Qualification News April 2026
Hello colleagues,
Welcome to your April update for teachers of International Science qualifications! This update has information on the scientific article for IAL biology, an invitation to take part in research for IAL biology and chemistry teachers, news of support for centres affected by the conflict in the Middle East, a UCAS consultation which may be of interest to those in the UK, and recordings of recent 'preparing for our exams' training!
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