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Updated for 2025 AQA GCSE Physics and Combined Science (8463 / 8464).
This free, fully editable lesson introduces P5.1 – Alternating Current from the AQA specification.
Students learn how alternating current differs from direct current, how the mains supply operates, and how waveforms can be represented on an oscilloscope.
Perfect as a first lesson in the P5 Electricity in the Home topic or as a revision resource for Paper 2.

Includes free AI long-answer feedback – students can submit extended-response questions online and receive instant, AQA-aligned WWW/EBI feedback to improve reasoning, structure, and use of key terminology.

What’s Included

Editable PowerPoint with diagrams, explanations, and worked examples

Printable and editable worksheet with model answers (Foundation → Higher)

Retrieval starter and plenary quiz

AfL checkpoints and differentiated challenge tasks

Comprehensive answer key

Optional AI long-answer feedback integration guide

Topics Covered

Differences between AC and DC current

The UK mains supply: 230 V, 50 Hz

Interpreting oscilloscope waveforms

Frequency and amplitude relationships

Real-world examples of alternating current

Why Teachers Use This Lesson

Free to download and ready to teach immediately

Follows AQA specification 8463 / 8464 exactly

Exam-style questions with clear guidance

Differentiated for Foundation and Higher tiers

Ideal introduction to the full P5 Electricity in the Home topic

Suitable For

GCSE Physics and Combined Science Paper 2

Classroom delivery, revision, or cover lessons

Teachers exploring AI-enhanced marking and feedback

Format

PPTX slides | DOCX / PDF worksheets | Fully editable | Print-friendly

TES Tags

AQA Physics, P5 Electricity in the Home, Alternating Current, AC and DC, Mains Electricity, Frequency, Oscilloscope, GCSE Physics, KS4 Science, AQA 9-1, Free Physics Lesson, PlanetReynolds, AI Marking

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AQA GCSE Physics P5 – Electricity in the Home | Complete Scheme: Editable Lessons, Worksheets, Required Practicals & Free AI Marking

Deliver the entire P5 – Electricity in the Home topic for AQA GCSE Physics (Triple & Combined Science) with this complete, fully editable scheme of work. Every lesson, worksheet, and practical is ready to teach — designed to help students master the fundamentals of mains electricity, power, efficiency, and domestic safety through clear explanations, retrieval practice, and exam-style assessment. Each resource includes Free AI Long-Answer Marking, giving students the ability to submit extended-response answers online and receive instant, AQA-aligned feedback that improves structure, reasoning, and scientific vocabulary. Includes All P5 Lessons & Practicals: P5.1 – Alternating Current (AC) P5.2 – Cables & Plugs P5.3 – Electrical Power & Potential Difference P5.4 – Electrical Currents & Energy Transfer P5.5 – Appliances & Efficiency What’s Included: Editable PowerPoints for every lesson (dual-coded diagrams, worked examples, visuals). Printable & editable worksheets (Foundation → Higher tier). Exam-style questions with mark schemes and model answers. Retrieval starters, AfL checkpoints, and exit tickets for continuous assessment. Homework and revision quizzes (ready to print or upload). Required practical links (plug wiring, power, and energy transfer investigations). Comprehensive answer keys for every activity. ✨ Bonus: Free AI Long-Answer Marking – students receive instant feedback aligned to AQA criteria. Topics Covered (P5 – Electricity in the Home): Alternating current vs direct current UK mains electricity supply (230 V, 50 Hz) Plug structure, cable safety, fuses & the earth wire Power, potential difference, current, and energy equations Domestic energy use, appliances, and efficiency Reducing energy losses and improving safety in circuits Links to National Grid and energy transfer Why Teachers Love This Bundle: No-prep, no-stress: ready to teach straight away. Curriculum-true: written specifically for AQA GCSE Physics (8463 & 8464). Exam-success focus: calculation walkthroughs, command-word support, and misconception checks. Differentiation built-in: scaffolded and challenge tasks throughout. Value-packed: perfect for full unit delivery, revision, or departmental use. Format: PPTX slides | DOCX/PDF worksheets | Required Practicals | Assessments | Fully editable | Print-friendly Spec & Tiers: AQA GCSE Physics (8463) & AQA Combined Science Trilogy (8464) Suitable for Foundation and Higher tiers (clearly signposted).

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