This is a full mock-up of an AQA Core Maths Paper 2A Exam. It uses the 2026 preliminary material and I have tried to keep the split of questions realistic.
I have deliberately made the questions tricky so warn students they are probably in most cases more difficult than the real exam will be.
I have also included a mock up of the solutions and a mark scheme however be aware that there will likely be more methods that students might take.
This is a full mock-up of an AQA Core Maths Paper 1 Exam. It uses the 2026 preliminary material and I have tried to keep the split of questions realistic.
I have deliberately made the questions tricky so warn students they are probably in most cases more difficult than the real exam will be.
I have also included a mock up of the solutions and a mark scheme however be aware that there will likely be more methods that students might take.
I may also upload other resources I am creating for the summer exams
Updated April 7th due
A set of exam style questions for paper 2, along with a mark scheme.
Also includes additional familiarisation questions for paper 1 and 2 along with suggested answers.
All based on the 2026 preliminary material for AQA Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies.
The additional questions are called “Set B” and “Set C” as the first ones are available freely on my website.
Please note that these resources may be available without payment after the 2026 exams series.
Here you will find 40 different homework sheets designed to be given as a worksheet or a homework.
Providing students practice questions for all of the basic topics which they tend to forget if not worked on regularly .
These sheets also come with all answers provided, to save time for teachers :)
Topics covered:
Addition
Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Rounding
Negative Numbers
Fractions of amounts
Percentages of amounts
Converting a fraction to decimal
Types of number
Sequences
Simplifying fractions
Collecting like terms
Multiplying terms
Expanding a bracket
Factors
Perimeter
Area
Naming polygons
Parts of a circle
Lines of symmetry
Angles on a line
BIDMAS
Function Machines
Ratio sharing
Angles in parallel lines
Enjoy :)
3 worksheets of practice questions linked to the 2026 AQA Core Maths Paper 1 Preliminary Material
Sheet 1 - Net Pay
Sheet 2 - Student Loans
Sheet 3 - The Party Factory
Obviously for the Party Factory the questions are more prompts just to start students thinking
I have made these different from the ones in the Mock-up Paper that I have done to give a wider variety of practice
The material consists of examples followed by questions related to possible asks in the Core Mathematics Paper 1 for 2026 regarding Student loans Plan 2 and Tax NI Questions
Student Loans:
There are three examples for student loans whilst still studying and three examples of repaying student loans on completion of university. followed by some questions following the same pattern as the examples.
Tax & NI:
There are two examples of Tax questions followed by two questions of a similar nature.
Extra Questions: Just in case you feel that students need more practice I have thrown a few more questions in on both topics.
AQA L3 Mathematical Studies
2026 Paper 1
PRELIMINARY MATERIAL FAMILIARISATION QUESTIONS + ANSWERS
A collection of 20x multi-part questions to support students’ engagement with the key concepts and themes within the June 2026 Paper 1 Preliminary Material.
Step-by-step answers also included.
Give your students the best opportunity to familiarise themselves with the key themes by engaging with questions on a range of topics including:
Income Tax per year
Income Tax per month
National Insurance per year
National Insurance per month
Personal Allowance calculations
The Party Factory: events
The Party Factory: production of small, simple items
The Party Factory: production of larger items
The Party Factory: cost of purchasing items, including discounts for buying in bulk
The Party Factory: exchange rates
The Party Factory: inflation rates
The Party Factory: percentages
Student Loan Company: loan balances for graduates
Student Loan Company: loan balances for students
Student Loan Company: monthly repayments for graduates
Student Loan Company: yearly repayments for graduates
All resources can be used straight away without any further work on your part.
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This resource has been designed for students working towards Functional Skills Maths qualifications at Entry Level 2 (Edexcel-Pearson, NCFE, City and Guilds, NOCN and Open Awards). It contains an age-appropriate, 35-page workbook on Outcome 10: Recognise simple fractions (halves, quarters and tenths) of whole numbers and shapes.
The 35-page workbook contains 5 information pages, 22 worksheets, 2 progress checks and a certificate of achievement. This resource will help pupils to achieve these outcomes:
identify 1/2 of whole numbers and shapes
identify 1/4 of whole numbers and shapes
identify 1/10 of whole numbers and shapes
use fractions to solve real-life problems
The resource is available in PDF and an editable PowerPoint version to enable editing of the resource. It can be used for classwork, homework, revision or as an independent learning pack.
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Fractions - Entry Level 2 - 100 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
Many opportunities are provided in the PowerPoint for pupils to develop their understanding of fractions and to use this knowledge to solve real-life number problems. It is ideal for introducing the fraction component of the Entry Level 2 specification and for revision purposes.
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Fractions - Entry Level 2 - PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook
Level 1 - Numbers and The Number System Bundle
Level 1 - Measures, Shape, Space Bundle
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Entry Level English Resources
This resource has been designed for Entry Level 3 students working towards Functional Skills Maths qualifications at Level 1 (Edexcel-Pearson, NCFE, City and Guilds, AQA, Highfield Qualifications, NOCN, Open Awards). It contains an age-appropriate, 42-page workbook on money.
The resource will help pupils to achieve these outcomes:
convert between pounds and pence
calculate simple interest and discounts in multiples of 5% on amounts of money
solve real-life money problems
The workbook contains 20 explanation pages, 30 worksheets, 2 progress checks and a certificate of achievement. It is provided in PDF format and an editable PowerPoint version to enable editing of the resource. It can be used for classwork, homework, revision or as an independent learning pack.
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Level 1 - Money - 120 Slide PowerPoint Lesson
The PowerPoint lesson explains how to convert between pounds and pence, how to calculate percentage increases and decreases (interest and discounts) and how to use these skills in solving real-life money problems. The PowerPoint contains many examples and opportunities for students to practise these skills. It is an ideal for introducing the money component of the Entry Level 1 specification and for revision purposes.
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Level 1 - Money - PowerPoint Lesson and Workbook
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Entry Level English Resources
If you want a preview, try the first (SL) topic of the new course for free
Handwritten notes on the new syllabus for IBDP Math for 2021 - Analysis & Approaches HL (A&A HL). It is 111 pages - 24 on Algebra, 19 on Functions, 22 on Trigonometry, 16 on Statistics, 30 on Calculus. So it is far more concise than the ~1000 pages of an HL textbook. It is split into 5 topics, which all have the SL content within them. There will also be significant overlap with the Applications and Interpretations course. I wrote and sold notes for the old IB courses, which have been fairly successful, so I am in the process of writing notes for the new courses, from scratch.
TOPICS:
1 - Algebra
2 - Functions
3 - Trigonometry and Geometry
4 - Statistics and Probability
5 - Calculus
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This fully-resourced lesson focuses on all three statistical test:
Student t-test
Correlation coefficient test
Chi-squared test
lesson will explore the following learning outcomes:
Describe when and why you would use each test
Be able to work out the degrees of freedom
Understand what the p value means
Conclude significance of the test based on the results
The detailed PowerPoint has been designed to cover the AQA A-level Biology specification math skills which states that students should be able to select and use statistical test.
An updated version of my original Ultimate Revision Workbook For L2 Functional Skills Maths. More topics, more methods and more questions. Unlock your students potential with this 170+ page colourful workbook designed to help your studnets succeed in their Level 2 Functional Skills Maths exams! Packed with methods, worked examples, and hundreds of exam-style questions for the calculator and non-calculator exams, this resource is perfect for self-study, home learning and in class teaching.
Originally created for my learners to use in the weeks leading up to an exam, after main teaching is complete, this workbook can also serve as an excellent homework resource or a substitute for in-class handouts. It covers all key topics in the Level 2 Functional Skills Maths curriculum, including percentages, fractions, mean and range, bar charts, tables, scale drawing, reverse calculation, and ratio. Each section includes detailed explanations and step-by-step examples, followed by exam-style questions to test your understanding.
Based on common mistakes and areas of weakness identified by examiners, this workbook targets the most important skills you need to succeed. Learners have found it a helpful tool in reinforcing their knowledge and improving their confidence, helping many pass their exams with ease.
This resource is also suitable for GCSE Foundation learners looking to consolidate their maths skills. Whether you’re preparing for an exam or just looking to build a strong foundation in maths, this workbook is the perfect companion on your learning journey!
Topics Covered
•Four Operators
•Bidmas
•Equivalent and Simplified Fractions
•Mixed Fractions
•Comparing Fractions
•Adding and Subtracting Fractions
•Fractions of Amounts
•Four Operations with Decimals
•Rounding and Estimation
•Percentage of Amounts(calculator and non-calculator)
•Expressing A NUmber As A Percentage of Another
•Calculating Percentage Increase and Decrease
•Finding the original value
•Finding Percentage change
•Fractions, Decimals and percentages
•Simplifying Ratios
•Scaling up Using Ratios
•Sharing in a Ratio
•Ratio:working out total amounts
•Direct Proportion
•Inverse Proportion
•Formulas
•Compound Interest
•Metric Units of Length, capacity and weight
•Metric to Imperial conversion
•Conversion graphs
•Speed Distance Time
•Density, Mass and Volume calculations
•Perimeter of Shapes including L shapes
•Circumference of A Circle
•Area
•Area of Triangles
•Area of Circles
•Surface Are of Cuboids and Cylinders
•Scaling Up Scale Drawings
•Volume of Cuboids and cylinders
•Scaling Down
•Median and Mode
•Mean and Range
•Comparing with Averages
•Using Averages for Estimations
•Grouped Frequency Tables
•Estimating the mean for grouped Data
•Probability
•Probability from Diagrams including multiple events
•Scatter Graphs
This pack contains 6 tasks to help develop problem solving and also challenge misconceptions. Very little numeracy skills are needed to perfect for start of term team building. Can be used as a booklet or print A3 for a great carousel in the first few weeks of term. Suggested answers are now included!
• Odd One out – there is more than one right answer which some learners find difficult to accept.
• Spot the mistake – 5 problems with mistakes, includes writing money on a calculator, changing units, square M, rounding errors.
• Plan the book club – again can be more than one correct answer, encourages discussion, systematic planning and importance of explaining your answer
• Business cards – reading from a table and interpreting questions
• Water meter – making reasonable assumptions, extracting information
• Hair appointment – working with time, planning answers, drawing time lines
Resources also available on fb.me/letsgetfunctionalskillsmaths
The AQA specification states that a minimum of 10% of the marks across the 3 assessment papers will require the use of mathematical skills. This revision lesson has been designed to include a wide range of activities that challenge the students on these exact skills because success in the maths in biology questions can prove the difference between one grade and the next!
Step-by-step guides are used to walk students through the application of a number of the formulae and then exam-style questions with clear mark schemes (which are included in the PowerPoint) will allow them to assess their progress. Other activities include differentiated tasks, group discussions and quick quiz competitions such as “FROM NUMBERS 2 LETTERS” and “YOU DO THE MATH”.
The lesson has been written to cover as much of the mathematical requirements section of the specification as possible but the following have been given particular attention:
Hardy-Weinberg equation
Chi-squared test
Calculating size
Converting between quantitative units
Standard deviation
Estimating populations of sessile and motile species
Percentages and percentage change
Cardiac output
Geometry
Due to the detail and extensiveness of this lesson, it is estimated that it will take in excess of 2/3 hours of A-level teaching time to work through the activities and it can be used throughout the duration of the course
This resource has been designed for students working towards Functional Skills Maths qualifications at Entry Level 3 (Edexcel-Pearson, NCFE, City and Guilds, NOCN and Open Awards). It contains an age-appropriate, 60-page workbook on using numbers and the number system.
The workbook will help pupils to achieve these outcomes:
count, read, write, order, compare numbers to 1000
approximate by rounding numbers less than 1000 to nearest 10 or 100 to check results
recognise and continue linear sequences of numbers up to 100
The 60-page workbook contains 15 information pages, 41 worksheets, 3 progress checks and a certificate of achievement. It is provided in PDF format and an editable PowerPoint version. It can be used for classwork, homework, revision or as an independent learning pack.
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Entry Level 3 - Numbers and the Number System - 140 Slide Powerpoint Lesson
The editable PowerPoint lesson explains the number system and how to read, write, order and compare numbers to 1000. It explains rounding to 10 and 100 and shows how rounding and estimation can be used to check calculations in real-life contexts. It also contains links to several videos on the number system, place value, rounding, estimation and example exam questions. It is an ideal resource to introduce this component of the functional skills specification and for revision purposes.
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Entry Level 3 - Numbers and the Number System - Powerpoint Lesson and Workbook
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Help your students master using SUVAT and the equations of motion with this shed load of practice worksheet with full solutions and worked examples. This worksheet scaffolding the problem solving process with model answers shown on complementary powerpoint slides.
Questions require identifying variables from a worded question and then identifying and utilising the equations: v=u+at, s=ut+½at² and v²-u²=2as.
Ideal for in-class activities, homework, cover or revision, this will stretch high ability students and allow them to enjoy independent practice which supports application of substitution, unit conversion and rearrangement.
Ready for AQA Physics and Combined Science P5 Forces, easily adaptable for other exam boards and specifications.
Includes:
Word version of worksheet (editable)
PDF version
Powerpoint slides for worked examples and full solutions.
Related Resources:
P5 Forces - SLOP Calculations
s=vt (Free Taster)
F=ke
W=mg
a=v/t
F=ma
W=Fs
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Newton’s Laws - Recall, Describe, Explain
P5 Forces - Disciplinary Literacy
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This powerpoint is designed to cover the statistics required in the OCR A Level Biology specification A. It includes worked examples, practice questions and exam questions. It covers the following statistics:
Standard deviation
Chi-squared
T-test
Spearman rank
A lesson on ordering and comparing large numbers. Powerpoint contains: a video for visual learners, sentence starters to encourage maths talk and inequality symbols to print out. Differentiated worksheets included. Aimed at SEND Year 8 students but can easily be used for KS1 & 2 or KS3 intervention groups. Dyslexic friendly font and powerpoint.
This is a good resource to help learners link the ratio and proportion concepts in real life situations… It can be given as a homework to help learners reflect on their learning and to reveal any misconceptions they might have. It is good to be used to assess each learner’s understanding of the topic. It can also be used as a main/ plenary activity where learners work on their own or with others (peer assessment)….. It can be adapted at different levels to suit and to challenge learners at all levels.Other topics covered: Numbers
A set of worksheets for practice in factorising quadratic expressions, solving quadratic equations by factorising etc.
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