
**QA GCSE Computer Science (8525) — Complete Python Programming Workbook
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A 51-page, fully sequenced Python workbook covering every programming skill required for AQA GCSE Computer Science 8525, Component 2. Built for Year 10 and Year 11, and ready to use straight out of the download — no prep required.
What’s Inside
10 complete teaching units: Introduction to Python & IDLE, Variables/Data Types/I-O, Operators, Selection, Iteration, Strings, Lists, Functions, Algorithms (linear/binary search, bubble/insertion sort), and Validation/Testing/Debugging
Worked examples modelling exam-standard reasoning
Fill-in-the-blank guided practice for every new skill
Independent practice, stretch questions and challenge tasks for differentiation
Trace tables throughout (loops, selection, searching, sorting)
Debugging exercises with deliberately planted errors
A 50-question mixed exam-style assessment (120 marks) covering the full specification
A complete answer booklet with model responses and code
Glossary, Python command reference, common mistakes list and exam tips
Self-assessment checklists at the end of every unit
Why Teachers Choose This Workbook
Fully mapped to AQA 8525 learning objectives — each unit states exactly which spec point it covers
Print-ready A4 layout with generous space for handwritten answers
Consistent, professional branded design throughout
All Python code is PEP 8-compliant and tested in Python 3
Equally effective for whole-class teaching, cover lessons, homework, revision or independent study
Original content throughout — no reproduced exam board questions
Ideal For
Non-specialist and specialist CS teachers delivering 8525
Revision and consolidation in the run-up to Paper 2
Setting for cover work, homework booklets or independent catch-up
Students working through content at their own pace
Format: Single Word (.docx) document — fully editable, so you can adapt wording, add your school logo, or adjust question sets to suit your class.
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