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GCSE Maths Equivalency Test Paper Based
GCSE Maths Equivalency Test Paper Based
The A Star GCSE maths equivalency paper based test and course helps learners to meet the requirements of their training courses in professions such as teaching and nursing.
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GCSE Maths Paper Based Equivalency Exam - Lowest Cost Guaranteed
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Used for entry into: Teacher Training, Nursing, and Other courses
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A Calculator & Non-Calculator Paper - Sit Your Paper Based Exam at Home
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GCSE Maths Equivalency Online Course 24/25
The GCSE maths equivalency course for 2024/2025 academic year provides everything you need to pass the GCSE maths equivalency test.
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How do I prepare for the GCSE Maths Equivalency Test?
Use the specification
A Star offers a clear and accessible GCSE maths specification to help you begin your revision journey.
Maths Equivalency specification
Maths Practice Paper
We offer a GCSE maths equivalency test foundation practice paper to aid with revision. This also comes with an official mark scheme
Foundation Question Paper
Foundation Mark Scheme
If you opt for the higher paper, then use the following equivalency maths practice paper and mark scheme to help with your revision
Higher Question Paper
Higher Mark Scheme
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A star Equivalency has set up a Facebook support group to help every Equivalency student. Take a look at the A star Equivalency Facebook Group.
Everything you need in one place
Our course options provide all the materials necessary to prepare for your GCSE Maths equivalency test, including practice questions, topic tests, and full past papers, all featuring smart progress tracking.
Specifically designed for the exam
The course is specifically designed to align with the exam content, offering authentic past papers and sample papers created by examiners.
Online Delivery
Our courses are entirely online with no physical materials, allowing you to access them from anywhere with an internet connection.
You can review the course materials at any time, giving you the flexibility to study whenever it fits your schedule.
See our
equivalency online course page for more details.
Create a Study Plan
Developing a study plan to prepare for your Equivalency Test is an excellent starting point. Outline when and how you intend to revise.
Begin Revising Early
Start your revision well in advance. This allows you ample time to cover the entire course without feeling rushed. When you consistently achieve 60% or higher on your topic tests and past papers, you'll know you're ready for the real exam.
Practice with Papers and Questions
Practising with exam papers is crucial. That’s why the A Star course includes high-quality past papers and sample papers, so you know what to expect in the actual exam.
Contact our expert exam team
Contact our expert exam team to receive advice about which qualification is best suited for your situation, or call 020 8135 8868 to book now.
Testimonials
View the testimonial videos from some of our customers, who we helped to progress their academic and career opportunities.Maths Equivalency Exam Grade Boundaries
We closely monitor all exam results, and how these change over time, to ensure our exams match the difficulties of the specifications they are benchmarked against and so the grade boundaries are set accordingly.
We take the standardisation of our exams very seriously to ensure the integrity of our exams. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
Foundation Tier Maths Equivalency Exam Grade Boundaries
Grade | Marks | Percentage |
Grade 5 (C) | 75/100 | 75%+ |
Grade 4 (low C) | 55/100 | 55%+ |
Uncategorised (U) | 0-54 marks | Below 55% |
The Higher Maths Equivalency Exam Grades
The equivalency qualification will be graded and certified on a scale of 4-9.
Grade | Marks | Percentage |
Grade 9 | 83/100 | 83%+ |
Grade 8 | 69/100 | 69%+ |
Grade 7 | 55/100 | 55%+ |
Grade 6 | 44/100 | 44%+ |
Grade 5 | 35/100 | 35%+ |
Grade 4 | 25/100 | 25%+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
The online exam is user-friendly and requires no special software. On the day of your exam, you will receive a Google Meets link via email 10-15 minutes before your scheduled start time. Just click the link to connect with the exam invigilator, who will guide you through the instructions and share the exam link. Questions will be displayed on screen, and you’ll write your answers on paper, scanning them in at the end of the exam. The process is straightforward, and the exam invigilator will be available to assist you.
You will need the following for the day of your exam:
- An internet connection capable of sustaining a video call (please test before your exam day)
- A web cam
- Your ID
- Pen, paper and a scientific calculator
- Smartphone (to scan in your workings if you have done anything on paper).
The GCSE Maths Equivalency Test consists of:
1 hour Non-Calculator Paper – 50 marks
1 hour Calculator Paper – 50 marks
These papers are sat back to back in one 2 hour exam.
This specification gives all the topics required for higher and foundation.
Yes, we offer both higher and foundation GCSE maths equivalency tests.
The foundation paper has a maximum grade of 5, and you will need to answer more questions correctly than on the higher paper. While some questions are shared between the two exams, the foundation paper places a greater emphasis on number and ratio, and the questions are generally easier. Students who feel less confident often choose to take the Maths GCSE foundation exam.
The higher paper awards grades from 3 to 9. It includes some questions found in the foundation paper but places a greater focus on algebra, geometry, and measurement, featuring more challenging questions. Higher papers are typically taken by more confident students aiming for top grades (7, 8, and 9).
You require a GCSE Maths equivalency for entry into a higher education courses that accept GCSE equivalencies (typically teacher training for QTS, midwifery and nursing).
Where can I sit the GCSE Maths equivalency Exam?
You can sit the exam online or in school (conditions apply).
Results are returned to you within 10 working days via email
NEED IT SOONER?
Then select the Fast track option shown above. This guarantees the results within 2 working days of sitting your exam.
The foundation course is shorter and has significantly higher pass rates. We recommend that all learners opt for foundation maths due to its higher pass rate, except for those seeking to teach in Wales, where a grade 6 in GCSE maths is required. In this particular case, you would need to take the higher tier exam.
A Star Equivalency Testing has been the leader in delivering Equivalency Tests since 2002 and our certificates are accepted by most training providers. However, as there are hundreds of existing providers, new providers and policies can be subject to change. We therefore advise candidates to always check with their proposed provider.
If there appears to be any issues with your training provider, please email [email protected] as we can assist.
To find out what you need to sit an online exam and for instructions on the day, please see the Equivalency test instructions page.
A Star Equivalency Test Instructions
These instructions will be sent to every learner when they book an exam with A star Equivalency.
UCL only accept level 5’s for all GCSE maths qualifications and equivalencies.
In order to get booked in for an extra time exam, you MUST call 020 8135 8868 or email [email protected] to discuss your requirements. It may take longer to get booked in for an exam as we verify your evidence of extra time.
Please be aware: Due to the extended nature of an extra time exam, it is not possible to sit these exams in every available exam slot due to invigilator availability.
Book now choose date later exams expire after 1 year after purchase.
GCSE Maths Equivalency Course and Exam
Exam Only | Exam and Course | |
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Lowest cost online Examination Lowest cost online Examination | ||
Paper Based Examination (invigilated online) Paper Based Examination (invigilated online) | ||
Certificate Included Certificate Included | ||
Comprehensive Revision Videos Comprehensive Revision Videos | ||
Practice Questions for Every Topic Practice Questions for Every Topic | ||
Smart Progress Tracking Smart Progress Tracking | ||
Full Past Papers and Sample Papers Full Past Papers and Sample Papers |
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