A powerpoint detailing approaches to the new (from 2026) narrative and descriptive questions. Questions are from the November 2025 paper. These are tried and tested ideas from an experienced teacher and examiner.

For anyone who uses ExamPro but gets frustrated trying to find ‘The Rosabel Paper’ etc. A list of all papers by title reverencing their SAMS status (can no longer find by year). Additional columns for you to put in your own refs - when used for internal assessment etc.

AQA GCSE Language Paper 1 Half of a Yellow Sun updated for the 2026 spec. Insert available online from PMT etc.

An updated question paper for The Tiredness of Rosabel for the new 2026 spec. Insert widely available online from PMT etc.

P and C poems presented in chronological order with thematic, historical and literary links. A great revision tool for Y11 and an overview of P and C and how the poems link across time, This version incorporates our other set texts - Macbeth, A Christmas Carol and An Inspector Calls.

A one page document for the classroom with an extract and questions together for easy copying. Updated with the new question format for 2026 onwards. Opening of Jamica Inn.

An A4 piece of paper with approaches to each question (2026 format) that my students stick in their book.

An A4 sheet detailing approaches to each question (2026 format) which my students stick into their books as a reference.

November 2023’s Language Paper 2 updated for the new 2026 spec. Insert widely available online - PMT etc.

The AQA mark scheme has changed for Q5 with distinct narrative/descriptive columns added. Here each level is contained on one page to make it easier for using with students. A05 is Pgs 1-4, A06 is Pg 5.

A guide on how to produce a good response to the new style Question 5 with a suggested structure to follow. Produced after many years teaching and examining and based on current AQA guidance.

A 2 page mark scheme that makes it easier for students to assess their own work and others.

AQA’s summary sheet for the changes to AQA GCSE English Language P1 and P2.