This section contains links to revision resources for both Years 1 and 2 of the A-level Maths course (Pure content only - click here for Applied content). See below for:
Summary sheets by topic
Past exam questions by topic
Past papers (Pure)
Extra sources for worksheets, extension papers, videos...
You can find revision resources for the pure advance information below. You will need to download the documents for the hyperlinks to work (click the three dots in the top-right corner when you follow the links).
Additional practice exam questions for each topic in pure/applied can be found on examq.co.uk. First filter the qualification for 'Edexcel A-level Maths', then click on the highlighted 'Summer 2022 Advanced Information' tab. Click on any individual topic you want to explore, then click on the individual suggestions to bring up the question and mark scheme.
These provide a concise summary of key points for each pure topic, including relevant explanations and examples. For more detailed expositions, please see the individual topic pages (click here).
The 'Not formulae booklet' covers all the key facts and formulae your are expected to remember outside of the formulae booklet. See how many you can recall before checking the solutions: Not formulae booklet - SOLUTIONS
A separate trigonometry revision sheet can be found here. Test yourself using the Trig Identities Quizlet to the right (choose different study modes from 'Match', 'Learn' and 'Flashcards').
The full formulae booklet is provided here for comparison. These results can all be looked up and used without derivation in your exam.
Follow the links below for a range of different past papers, practice papers and questions by topic. Completing papers and other exam questions is the best way to revise. Test yourself with the resources below and highlight any topics you are finding difficult. This will allow you to focus your revision using the topic summary sheets at the top of the page or on the individual topic pages throughout the VLE. Just ask your teacher if you are unsure where to find revision resources for particular questions.
New spec past papers with video solutions:
Year 1 and 2 Pure (Check back for updates)
New spec practice papers:
New spec practice papers (Kerboodle):
MadasMaths practice papers (harder):
New spec questions by topic:
We follow the Edexcel specification but you may find resources from other exam boards useful. Ask your teacher if you are unsure if a question is outside of your course.
Additional exam questions for each topic in pure/applied can be found on examq.co.uk. Filter qualification for 'Edexcel A-level Maths' (Y12 and Y13) or 'Edexcel AS-level Maths' (Y12), then filter by area or topic. Click on the individual suggestions to bring up the question and mark scheme.
In 2021/22, students were given advance information about certain topics in their exams. The topics included here are not exhaustive, but you may find some of the resources useful for certain parts of your revision. You can find revision resources for the 2021/22 pure advance information below. You will need to download the documents for the hyperlinks to work (click the three dots in the top-right corner when you follow the links).
Physics & Maths Tutor is an excellent source for revision material! Here you will find such delights as extra worksheets by topic, exam questions by topic, more revision notes and, of course, past papers.
The content is currently sorted under the old specification headings but there is a lot of crossover with the new specification (Year 1 is mainly under Core 1/2, Year 2 is mainly Core 3/4). Remember, you are completing the Edexcel specification, but you should also find relevant resources from the other exam boards.
Follow the links below to start exploring:
Recall, there are several other excellent revision websites outlined on the homepage.