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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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