GCSE Foundation maths mock papers — free practice
Three papers (Paper 1 non-calculator, Papers 2 and 3 calculator) covering the full DfE content every GCSE maths student meets. All practice here is built to the real paper structure — timed simulations, topic practice, and worked answers.
Paper 1 — GCSE Foundation Paper 1 (non-calculator)
Time: 90 minutes · Marks: 80 · Calculator: not allowed
| Content area | Questions in practice set |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Algebra | 4 |
| Ratio, proportion and rates of change | 5 |
| Geometry and measures | 3 |
| Probability | 2 |
| Statistics | 1 |
Paper 2 — GCSE Foundation Paper 2 (calculator)
Time: 90 minutes · Marks: 80 · Calculator: allowed
| Content area | Questions in practice set |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Algebra | 4 |
| Ratio, proportion and rates of change | 5 |
| Geometry and measures | 3 |
| Probability | 2 |
| Statistics | 1 |
Paper 3 — GCSE Foundation Paper 3 (calculator)
Time: 90 minutes · Marks: 80 · Calculator: allowed
| Content area | Questions in practice set |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Algebra | 4 |
| Ratio, proportion and rates of change | 5 |
| Geometry and measures | 3 |
| Probability | 2 |
| Statistics | 1 |
Practice by topic
GCSE Foundation
Every topic also has a worked lesson — linked from the top of its practice page.
More revision tools
- Formulae sheet — matches the official sheet provided in the exam
- GCSE Foundation hub
- Printable worksheets
Disclosure: Original practice in the format of the GCSE papers — not official exam papers. Past papers and mark schemes belong to the awarding organisations (Pearson Edexcel, AQA, OCR) and are not hosted here. Always check the current specification with your exam board before the exam.
Frequently asked questions
How many papers are there in GCSE Foundation maths?
Three: Paper 1 (non-calculator), Paper 2 (calculator), Paper 3 (calculator). Each is 90 minutes and 80 marks.
Are these real GCSE papers?
Original practice in the format of the GCSE papers — not official exam papers. Past papers and mark schemes belong to the awarding organisations (Pearson Edexcel, AQA, OCR) and are not hosted here. The paper structure and content-area weighting match the real exams.
How do I practise here for GCSE Foundation?
Two ways: topic practice by content area, and paper-style questions with a full worked solution per part. Both are free and need no sign-up.
Are full solutions provided?
Yes — every practice question shows a full worked answer as soon as you submit.