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GCSE English Language Past Papers
Free AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas GCSE English Language past papers. Download instantly and start revising today.
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Why past papers matter
Why Practising GCSE English Language Past Papers Matters
Practising GCSE English Language past papers is one of the most effective ways to prepare for exam day. Working through past papers helps students become familiar with question formats, build exam confidence, and identify the skills that need the most attention. From reading comprehension, language analysis, and inference to creative writing, descriptive writing, and transactional writing, regular practice with GCSE English Language practice papers builds the accuracy, timing, and exam technique needed to achieve the best possible grade across AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas.
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- Foundation and Higher tier papers
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How to use them
How to Get the Most From GCSE English Language Practice Papers
Most students sit a paper, mark it, and move on. The students who jump grades treat past papers like training equipment.
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Choose your board & tier
Select AQA, Edexcel or OCR and pick Foundation or Higher tier based on your target grade.
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Download the paper
Print it out or work digitally. Sit it under timed conditions — 90 minutes for each paper.
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Mark with the scheme
Use the official mark scheme to self-assess. Note which topics lost you marks.
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Fill the gaps with tutoring
Book a session with one of our expert GCSE Maths tutors to target your weak areas fast.
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Past Papers for Every GCSE Subject
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Frequently asked
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, every GCSE English Language practice paper on this page is completely free to access. No payment or subscription is required, just download and start revising straight away.
We cover all major exam boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas.
Yes, a quick registration is required before downloading. This ensures secure access and allows us to keep you updated with new papers and resources. It only takes a moment, and access is completely free.
Select the paper you want, complete a short registration form, and download instantly. No payment is needed, giving you immediate access to free GCSE English Language past papers.
Complete each paper under timed conditions to simulate the real exam experience. Afterwards, review your answers carefully, identify the areas where you lost marks, and focus your next revision session on closing those gaps.
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