GCSE Chemistry (Triple) Full Specification Activities Booklets with Answer Sheets – Ideal for Low-Stakes Testing & Exam Prep
This printable and editable activities booklet covers the entire specification for GCSE Chemistry (Triple). It’s packed with varied, student-friendly tasks designed to build confidence, support retrieval practice, and deepen understanding through structured and engaging activities.
This resource is for one subject but each specification point has an activities booklet and answers that fully align with the relevant GCSE.
Included in this resource:
Summary comprehension task
3 things you learnt reflection
Real-world examples task
Keyword identification and definition
Gap-fill paragraph with word bank
“Why? Why? Why?” thinking questions
Tiered learning: define, explain, apply, evaluate
Find the fib (true/false analysis)
Mini retrieval quiz
Mastering the exam question (sample answers with improvement tasks)
What if? creative thinking scenarios
Full answer sheet included
Perfect for independent study, in-class consolidation, or homework. Ideal for preparing students for topic tests, mock exams or final assessments.
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One booklet for each of the following specification points:
Atomic Structure & Periodic Table
Atoms, elements, compounds, atomic models, subatomic particles, electronic structure, periodic table trends (Groups 0, 1, 7).
Bonding & Properties
Ionic, covalent, metallic bonding, structure of carbon, nanoparticles, and their properties.
Quantitative Chemistry
Conservation of mass, equations, moles, concentrations, limiting reactants.
Chemical Changes
Reactivity of metals, acids and bases, neutralisation, redox, strong vs weak acids.
Energy Changes
Exothermic/endothermic reactions, energy profiles, bond energy calculations.
Rates & Equilibrium
Factors affecting rates, catalysts, reversible reactions, equilibrium (HT: Le Chatelier’s Principle).
Organic Chemistry
Hydrocarbons, cracking, alkenes, alcohols, polymers, DNA (HT only).
Chemical Analysis
Pure substances, formulations, chromatography, gas and ion tests.
Atmosphere
Earth’s atmosphere history, greenhouse gases, climate change, pollutants.
Using Resources
Finite/renewable resources, water treatment, recycling, materials, Haber process, fertilisers.
Save hours of planning and increase student engagement with this comprehensive GCSE resource pack, designed to support full specification coverage. Ideal for lessons, cover work, revision, homework, and retrieval practice, this all-in-one bundle includes a wide variety of editable, student-friendly materials that promote grade improvement, exam readiness, and independent learning.
This resource pack includes:
PiXL-style Thinking Hard tasks to challenge students and develop deeper thinking
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for retrieval practice and low-stakes assessment
Gap-fill worksheets with MCQ options to support knowledge recall and build confidence
Retrieval grids and knowledge organisers to reinforce key content over time
Rank and Justify activities to build evaluation skills and prepare for extended responses
Find the Fib and true/false tasks for quick assessment for learning
Structured exam-style questions to support high-quality written responses and exam technique
Ready-to-use cover work packs for independent use or non-specialist delivery
Video links and revision summaries for independent study and flipped learning
Suitable for KS4 & GCSE this pack is ideal for teachers looking to raise achievement while saving time with high-quality, Ai was used to help create these ready-made resources.
Save hours of planning and increase student engagement with this comprehensive GCSE resource pack, designed to support full specification coverage. Ai was used to help create these time saving resources. Ideal for lessons, cover work, revision, homework, and retrieval practice, this all-in-one bundle includes a wide variety of editable, student-friendly materials that promote grade improvement, exam readiness, and independent learning.
This resource pack includes:
PiXL-style Thinking Hard tasks to challenge students and develop deeper thinking
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for retrieval practice and low-stakes assessment
Gap-fill worksheets with MCQ options to support knowledge recall and build confidence
Retrieval grids and knowledge organisers to reinforce key content over time
Rank and Justify activities to build evaluation skills and prepare for extended responses
Find the Fib and true/false tasks for quick assessment for learning
Structured exam-style questions to support high-quality written responses and exam technique
Ready-to-use cover work packs for independent use or non-specialist delivery
Video links and revision summaries for independent study and flipped learning
Suitable for KS4 & GCSE this pack is ideal for teachers looking to raise achievement while saving time with high-quality, ready-made resources.
All for Physics, Chemistry and Biology. 100’s of worksheets and activities.
Revision resources for each part of the specification
Retrieval grids
Knowledge organisers
Thinking hard grids
1.1 Atoms, elements and compounds
1.2 Mixtures
1.3 The development of the model of the atom
1.4 Relative electrical charges of subatomic particles
1.5 Size and mass of atoms
1.6 Relative atomic mass
1.7 Electronic structure
1.8 The periodic table
1.9 Group 0 – the noble gases
1.10 Group 1 – the alkali metals
1.11 Group 7 – the halogens
2.1 Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
2.2 Ionic bonding
2.3 Covalent bonding
2.4 Metallic bonding
2.5 Structure and bonding of carbon
2.6 Nanoparticles
3.1 Conservation of mass and balanced equations
3.2 Relative formula mass
3.3 Mass changes when a reactant or product is a gas
3.4 Chemical measurements, conservation of mass and uncertainty
3.5 Moles
3.6 Amount of substances in equations
3.7 Using moles to balance equations
3.8 Limiting reactants
3.9 Concentrations of solutions
4.1 Reactivity of metals
4.2 Reactions of acids with metals
4.3 Oxidation and reduction in terms of electrons
4.4 Reactions of acids with metal oxides and hydroxides
4.5 Reactions of acids with metal carbonates
4.6 Neutralisation and the pH scale
4.7 Strong and weak acids
5.1 Exothermic and endothermic reactions
5.2 Energy transfer during changes
5.3 Reaction profiles
5.4 Bond energy calculations
6.1 Calculating rates of reactions
6.2 Factors which affect the rates of chemical reactions
6.3 Collision theory and activation energy
6.4 Catalysts
6.5 Reversible reactions
6.6 Energy changes and reversible reactions
6.7 Equilibrium
6.8 Le Chatelier’s Principle (HT only)
7.1 Carbon compounds as fuels and feedstock
7.2 Properties of hydrocarbons
7.3 Cracking and alkenes
7.4 Reactions of alkenes and alcohols (HT only)
7.5 Synthetic and naturally occurring polymers
7.6 DNA and other natural polymers
8.1 Pure substances
8.2 Formulations
8.3 Chromatography
8.4 Identification of common gases
8.5 Flame tests
8.6 Testing for metal ions
8.7 Testing for anions
9.1 The proportions of gases in the atmosphere
9.2 The Earth’s early atmosphere
9.3 How oxygen increased
9.4 How carbon dioxide decreased
9.5 Greenhouse gases
9.6 Human activities and climate change
9.7 Climate change consequences
9.8 Carbon footprint
9.9 Atmospheric pollutants from fuels
9.10 Pollution effects
10.1 Finite and renewable resources
10.2 Potable water
10.3 Waste water treatment
10.4 Life cycle assessment (LCA)
10.5 Reduce, reuse and recycle
10.6 Corrosion and its prevention
10.7 Alloys and properties of materials
10.8 Ceramics, polymers and composites
10.9 Haber process
10.10 NPK fertilisers
Each key concept, topic, and sub-topic within the curriculum is addressed in depth. Ai was use to help create these resources. These resources offer clear explanations, essential facts, and necessary context for thorough understanding, ensuring no part of the specification is left uncovered.
GCSE Chemistry (Triple) Full Specification Revision Booklets with Answer Sheets – Ideal for Low-Stakes Testing & Exam Prep
This printable and editable revision booklet covers the entire specification for GCSE Chemistry (Triple) It’s packed with varied, student-friendly tasks designed to boost knowledge, improve exam technique, and support retrieval practice in a low-pressure format.
This resource is for one subject but each specification point has a revision booklet and answers that fully align with the relevant GCSE.
Included in this resource:
5 multiple choice questions
Two batches of true or false statements
Gap-fill paragraph with word bank
Keyword match-up activity
Spot the mistake exam-style task
5 short answer questions
2 explain-with-example questions
1 ranking activity
Concept sorting table
Mini retrieval quiz (3×3 format)
Command word practice template
Whiteboard Q&A (10 questions)
2 mini case study application tasks
Full answer sheet included
Perfect for independent revision, in-class consolidation, or homework. Ideal for preparing students for topic tests, mock exams or final assessments.
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One booklet for each of the following specification points:
Atomic Structure & Periodic Table
Atoms, elements, compounds, atomic models, subatomic particles, electronic structure, periodic table trends (Groups 0, 1, 7).
Bonding & Properties
Ionic, covalent, metallic bonding, structure of carbon, nanoparticles, and their properties.
Quantitative Chemistry
Conservation of mass, equations, moles, concentrations, limiting reactants.
Chemical Changes
Reactivity of metals, acids and bases, neutralisation, redox, strong vs weak acids.
Energy Changes
Exothermic/endothermic reactions, energy profiles, bond energy calculations.
Rates & Equilibrium
Factors affecting rates, catalysts, reversible reactions, equilibrium (HT: Le Chatelier’s Principle).
Organic Chemistry
Hydrocarbons, cracking, alkenes, alcohols, polymers, DNA (HT only).
Chemical Analysis
Pure substances, formulations, chromatography, gas and ion tests.
Atmosphere
Earth’s atmosphere history, greenhouse gases, climate change, pollutants.
Using Resources
Finite/renewable resources, water treatment, recycling, materials, Haber process, fertilisers.
This resource offers a complete set of revision materials designed to cover full specification. Perfect for enhancing student understanding and retention, this comprehensive bundle includes:
Detailed Revision Resources: Each key concept and topic within the curriculum is covered in depth, providing thorough explanations and content.
These resources are ideal for independent study, in-class revision activities, or as structured homework assignments. Ai helped create these time saving resources. They are built to help students identify and address knowledge gaps, fostering a robust grasp of all essential principles.
Benefits:
For Students: Supports mastery of key terms, core concepts, and the analytical skills crucial for exam success.
For Teachers: Saves significant preparation time by providing ready-to-use, highly effective revision tools that can be easily integrated into any teaching plan. Revision worksheets, one for each topic. Great for student revision.
Revision worksheets, one for each topic. Great for student revision.
Perfect for retrieval, revision, or challenge tasks!
This Thinking Hard Challenge Grid uses PiXL’s higher-order strategies to help students deeply engage with specification content
Designed to stretch and challenge learners of all abilities, it’s perfect for starters, plenaries, cover work, independent study, or revision stations.Ai was used to help make these resources.
Example Tasks:
Reduce It – Strip information down to the essentials
Spot the Mistake – Identify and correct misconceptions
Connect 4 – Link keywords and explain their relationship
Always/Sometimes/Never – Justify your reasoning
Apply It – Real-world scenario questions
One per specification point
One retrieval grid per specifcation point
1.1 Atoms, elements and compounds
1.2 Mixtures
1.3 The development of the model of the atom
1.4 Relative electrical charges of subatomic particles
1.5 Size and mass of atoms
1.6 Relative atomic mass
1.7 Electronic structure
1.8 The periodic table
1.9 Group 0 – the noble gases
1.10 Group 1 – the alkali metals
1.11 Group 7 – the halogens
2.1 Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
2.2 Ionic bonding
2.3 Covalent bonding
2.4 Metallic bonding
2.5 Structure and bonding of carbon
2.6 Nanoparticles
3.1 Conservation of mass and balanced equations
3.2 Relative formula mass
3.3 Mass changes when a reactant or product is a gas
3.4 Chemical measurements, conservation of mass and uncertainty
3.5 Moles
3.6 Amount of substances in equations
3.7 Using moles to balance equations
3.8 Limiting reactants
3.9 Concentrations of solutions
4.1 Reactivity of metals
4.2 Reactions of acids with metals
4.3 Oxidation and reduction in terms of electrons
4.4 Reactions of acids with metal oxides and hydroxides
4.5 Reactions of acids with metal carbonates
4.6 Neutralisation and the pH scale
4.7 Strong and weak acids
5.1 Exothermic and endothermic reactions
5.2 Energy transfer during changes
5.3 Reaction profiles
5.4 Bond energy calculations
6.1 Calculating rates of reactions
6.2 Factors which affect the rates of chemical reactions
6.3 Collision theory and activation energy
6.4 Catalysts
6.5 Reversible reactions
6.6 Energy changes and reversible reactions
6.7 Equilibrium
6.8 Le Chatelier’s Principle (HT only)
7.1 Carbon compounds as fuels and feedstock
7.2 Properties of hydrocarbons
7.3 Cracking and alkenes
7.4 Reactions of alkenes and alcohols (HT only)
7.5 Synthetic and naturally occurring polymers
7.6 DNA and other natural polymers
8.1 Pure substances
8.2 Formulations
8.3 Chromatography
8.4 Identification of common gases
8.5 Flame tests
8.6 Testing for metal ions
8.7 Testing for anions
9.1 The proportions of gases in the atmosphere
9.2 The Earth’s early atmosphere
9.3 How oxygen increased
9.4 How carbon dioxide decreased
9.5 Greenhouse gases
9.6 Human activities and climate change
9.7 Climate change consequences
9.8 Carbon footprint
9.9 Atmospheric pollutants from fuels
9.10 Pollution effects
10.1 Finite and renewable resources
10.2 Potable water
10.3 Waste water treatment
10.4 Life cycle assessment (LCA)
10.5 Reduce, reuse and recycle
10.6 Corrosion and its prevention
10.7 Alloys and properties of materials
10.8 Ceramics, polymers and composites
10.9 Haber process
Ai was used to help create these resources.
10.10 NPK fertilisers
Revision Sheet – Powered by PiXL Thinking Hard Strategies
This high-impact KS3 Science, Biology, Chemistry & Physics revision sheet uses proven PiXL Thinking Hard strategies to deepen understanding, boost retrieval, and encourage higher-order thinking across the KS3 Science, Biology, Chemistry & Physics curriculum. Featuring tasks like Odd One Out, Because-But-So, Prove It, Link It Up, and Silent Debate, each activity challenges students to go beyond simple recall and engage with content at a deeper level. Ai was used to help make these resources.
Perfect for:
Revision lessons
Independent learning
Stretch and challenge
DIRT and consolidation tasks
Ofsted-ready planning
The sheet is fully editable in Word/Google Docs, making it easy to adapt for any KS3 Science, Biology, Chemistry & Physics subject or topic. Ai was used to help create these time saving resources. A brilliant way to prepare students for AO3-style questions and to promote metacognitive thinking across your classroom.
Knowledge Organisers – Complete Specification Coverage
Curriculum-Aligned | Revision-Focused | Supports Retrieval and Long-Term Memory
These expertly designed knowledge organisers provide concise, high-impact summaries of every topic across the full GCSE and A-Level specification. Ai was used to help create these resources. Ideal for revision, homework, low-stakes quizzing, and independent study, they ensure students have the core content, key terminology, and essential facts at their fingertips.
Each organiser is matched directly to the exam board specification, making them perfect for Ofsted evidence, curriculum planning, intervention work, and exam preparation. Ai was used to help create these time saving resources.
What’s Included:
Knowledge organisers for every specification point or unit
Clear layout with tier 2 and tier 3 vocabulary
Key facts, definitions, quotes, diagrams or examples (where appropriate)
Fully editable in Word or Google Docs
Designed for quick recall, self-quizzing, and revision sessions
Supports retrieval practice, dual coding, and cognitive load theory
Ideal For:
Embedding in student books or revision packs
Setting homework or prep tasks
Weekly retrieval or interleaving tasks
Use as aide-mémoires during lessons
Cover lessons or knowledge gap filling
Planning intervention and targeted revision
Knowledge orgainsers for the whole specification, great for independent student work, homework, revision.
KS3 Science Knowledge Organisers & Worksheets | Full Topic Breakdown | Biology, Chemistry & Physics
This KS3 Science resource pack includes knowledge organisers and linked worksheets for every topic in the KS3 Biology, Chemistry, and Physics curriculum. Each organiser breaks down key information into clear, manageable chunks, using student-friendly language to support revision, retrieval practice, and independent learning.
Each knowledge organiser includes:
Key facts, definitions, and diagrams
Clear explanations of scientific processes
Keywords and sentence starters to support literacy in science
What makes this pack unique?
Every organiser comes with a matching worksheet to help students recall knowledge, apply what they’ve learned, and build confidence with questions linked directly to the content.
Perfect for:
Revision and retrieval tasks
Cover lessons
Homework or DIRT activities
Independent study
Supporting curriculum planning and tracking
All resources are fully editable in Word or Google Docs, making them easy to adapt for your students. Ai was used to help create these time saving resources. This complete pack helps secure strong understanding across the KS3 Science curriculum, while preparing students for GCSE-style learning and assessment.
KS3 Science MCQ Worksheets with Answers | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Retrieval & Assessment
This set of KS3 Science multiple choice question (MCQ) worksheets is perfect for checking understanding, supporting retrieval practice, and preparing students for low-stakes assessment across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Each worksheet includes:
A set of topic-based multiple choice questions with 4 answer options
Questions written in clear, student-friendly language
Answers included for self-marking, peer assessment or teacher use
Covers key knowledge from each unit in the KS3 curriculum
Editable format for customisation in Word or Google Docs
Topics covered include:
Biology: Cells, reproduction, ecosystems, human body systems
Chemistry: Particles, chemical reactions, acids and alkalis, the periodic table
Physics: Forces, energy, light, sound, electricity, magnetism
These KS3 MCQ worksheets are ideal for:
Starters and plenaries
Homework or revision
Cover lessons
Retrieval practice
Quick assessments to inform teaching
Whether used independently or alongside your existing lessons, these ready-to-go MCQs help boost retention and identify misconceptions early. Ai was used to help create these resources.
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KS3 Science ‘Find the Fib’ Worksheets | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Misconception & Retrieval Activities
This pack of KS3 Science ‘Find the Fib’ worksheets is ideal for retrieval practice, addressing misconceptions, and promoting independent learning across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Perfect for starters, plenaries, homework, or cover work, each worksheet helps students think critically about scientific statements and distinguish fact from fiction.
Each worksheet includes:
A series of themed science statements – students identify and explain the incorrect one
Space for justifications to promote deeper thinking and discussion
Editable format for easy differentiation or topic customisation
Clear layout ideal for independent use in cover lessons or home study
Topics include:
Biology: Cells, reproduction, digestion, respiration, ecosystems
Chemistry: Particles, states of matter, chemical changes, acids and alkalis, atoms and elements
Physics: Forces, energy, light, sound, electricity, magnetism
These Find the Fib worksheets are designed to challenge misconceptions, support retrieval, and reinforce key knowledge from the KS3 curriculum in a fun and accessible format. Ai was used to help create these resources.
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KS3 Science Thinking Hard Worksheets | PiXL Style | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Challenge & Retrieval
This pack of KS3 Science Thinking Hard worksheets uses PiXL-style activities to challenge students, build deeper thinking, and support retrieval practice across the full KS3 Science curriculum. Perfect for stretch and challenge, revision, homework, or cover lessons.
Each worksheet includes:
High-challenge, low-prep tasks inspired by PiXL Thinking Hard strategies
Activities such as: rank and justify, explain why, link it, prove it, categorise and apply
Covers key topics in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Student-friendly layout with space for written responses
Ideal for independent learning and developing exam-style thinking
Editable in Word or Google Docs
Topics include:
Biology: Cells, systems, reproduction, food chains, ecosystems
Chemistry: Particles, chemical changes, elements and compounds, acids and alkalis
Physics: Forces, energy, sound, light, magnetism, electricity
These KS3 PiXL-style worksheets are perfect for:
Retrieval and deeper thinking
Stretch and challenge for all learners
Cover work or homework
Scaffolding extended answers
Preparing for GCSE-style questions
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KS3 Science Gap Fill Worksheets
KS3 Science Gap Fill Worksheets | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Retrieval & Literacy Support
This pack of KS3 Science gap fill worksheets is perfect for retrieval practice, literacy development, and independent learning. Covering all major Biology, Chemistry, and Physics topics, each worksheet helps students reinforce key knowledge by completing sentences with subject-specific vocabulary.
Each worksheet includes:
Curriculum-aligned content for KS3 Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Scientifically accurate keywords to support literacy and vocabulary recall
Cloze-style tasks to strengthen understanding of core concepts
Printable and editable format for easy customisation
Ideal for starters, revision, homework, and cover work
Topics covered include:
Biology: Cells, reproduction, respiration, digestion, food chains
Chemistry: Particles, elements, acids and alkalis, chemical reactions
Physics: Energy, forces, electricity, light, sound, magnetism
These gap fill worksheets are ideal for supporting lower attainers, EAL students, or any learner needing scaffolded revision or retrieval support. Ai was used to help create these resources.
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KS3 Science Cover Work Worksheets | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Independent Learning Tasks
This ready-to-use KS3 Science cover work pack includes engaging and curriculum-aligned worksheets for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Ai was used to help make these resources. Each worksheet is designed for independent learning, making it ideal for cover lessons, homework, revision, or distance learning — especially when delivered by non-specialists.
Each worksheet includes:
Key knowledge from the KS3 science curriculum
Retrieval tasks to reinforce prior learning
Short-answer and extended-response questions
Key vocabulary with definitions and usage support
Clear instructions for fully independent use
Printable and editable formats
Covers major KS3 science topics including:
Biology: Cells, body systems, reproduction, ecosystems, adaptations
Chemistry: Particles, elements, acids and alkalis, chemical reactions, the periodic table
Physics: Forces, energy, electricity, magnetism, light and sound
GCSE Mastery Worksheets | KS4 | Retrieval, Justify, Evaluate & Independent Learning
These GCSE Mastery Worksheets are designed to develop higher-order thinking, support retrieval practice, and promote independent learning across a wide range of topics. Ideal for KS4 students, each worksheet provides structured, accessible tasks that encourage students to explain, justify, predict and evaluate — key skills for success in GCSE exams.
Each worksheet includes:
Prioritise and Justify – Rank key ideas and justify your decisions
What If? Scenario – Apply knowledge to unfamiliar situations and predict outcomes
True, True, False – Spot misconceptions and explain your reasoning
Perspective Swap – Consider different viewpoints to develop evaluation skills
Self-Check – Reflect on learning and progress towards key objectives
These resources are perfect for:
Independent learning and revision
Retrieval and consolidation tasks
Stretch and challenge activities
Cover lessons
Homework and DIRT time
All worksheets are fully editable in Word or Google Docs, making them easy to adapt for your subject or topic. A ready-to-use tool for building exam confidence and deepening understanding at GCSE (KS4) level. Ai was used to help make these resources.
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KS3 Science Retrieval Grids | Biology, Chemistry & Physics | Low-Stakes Recall & Revision
These KS3 Science retrieval grids are designed to help students regularly review key knowledge from Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Each grid encourages low-stakes retrieval practice and supports long-term memory through quick, structured questions that revisit prior learning. Ai was used to help make these resources.
Each grid includes:
9, 12, or 16 recall questions per topic (editable format)
Mix of questions from recent and earlier topics to build knowledge over time
Designed for starters, plenaries, homework, or independent study
Covers the full KS3 science curriculum in student-friendly language
Editable in Word or Google Docs for easy differentiation
Topics covered include:
Biology: Cells, reproduction, ecosystems, digestion, human systems
Chemistry: Particles, states of matter, elements, reactions, acids and alkalis
Physics: Forces, energy, electricity, light, sound, magnetism
These retrieval grids are ideal for:
Daily or weekly retrieval routines
Boosting recall and confidence
Low-prep cover work or revision
Supporting EAL or SEN learners with visual structure
Preparing students for future GCSE learning
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This pack of GCSE thinking strategy worksheets is designed to support retrieval practice, stretch and challenge, and critical thinking across the full KS4 curriculum. Based on popular strategies like Odd One Out, Link It Up, Silent Debate, Prove It, and Because-But-So, these tasks promote deeper understanding, evaluation, and analysis – ideal for AO3, metacognition, and higher-order thinking.
Each worksheet is fully aligned to the GCSE specification, covering every topic with student-friendly language and structured response prompts. Ai was used to help create these Perfect for Ofsted-ready planning, DIRT tasks, revision, cover lessons, and independent learning.
Editable in Word/Google Docs that cover the whole specification.
One sheet per specification point
This fully editable worksheet is designed to match the specification and is perfect for homework, cover lessons, or independent study. Each task is carefully structured to help students consolidate key content, deepen understanding, and support effective revision. Ideal for home learning, retrieval practice, flipped learning, or in-class support. Accessible and engaging, this no-prep resource helps boost progress while saving teacher time.
One per specification point
1.1 Atoms, elements and compounds
1.2 Mixtures
1.3 The development of the model of the atom
1.4 Relative electrical charges of subatomic particles
1.5 Size and mass of atoms
1.6 Relative atomic mass
1.7 Electronic structure
1.8 The periodic table
1.9 Group 0 – the noble gases
1.10 Group 1 – the alkali metals
1.11 Group 7 – the halogens
2.1 Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
2.2 Ionic bonding
2.3 Covalent bonding
2.4 Metallic bonding
2.5 Structure and bonding of carbon
2.6 Nanoparticles
3.1 Conservation of mass and balanced equations
3.2 Relative formula mass
3.3 Mass changes when a reactant or product is a gas
3.4 Chemical measurements, conservation of mass and uncertainty
3.5 Moles
3.6 Amount of substances in equations
3.7 Using moles to balance equations
3.8 Limiting reactants
3.9 Concentrations of solutions
4.1 Reactivity of metals
4.2 Reactions of acids with metals
4.3 Oxidation and reduction in terms of electrons
4.4 Reactions of acids with metal oxides and hydroxides
4.5 Reactions of acids with metal carbonates
4.6 Neutralisation and the pH scale
4.7 Strong and weak acids
5.1 Exothermic and endothermic reactions
5.2 Energy transfer during changes
5.3 Reaction profiles
5.4 Bond energy calculations
6.1 Calculating rates of reactions
6.2 Factors which affect the rates of chemical reactions
6.3 Collision theory and activation energy
6.4 Catalysts
6.5 Reversible reactions
6.6 Energy changes and reversible reactions
6.7 Equilibrium
6.8 Le Chatelier’s Principle (HT only)
7.1 Carbon compounds as fuels and feedstock
7.2 Properties of hydrocarbons
7.3 Cracking and alkenes
7.4 Reactions of alkenes and alcohols (HT only)
7.5 Synthetic and naturally occurring polymers
7.6 DNA and other natural polymers
8.1 Pure substances
8.2 Formulations
8.3 Chromatography
8.4 Identification of common gases
8.5 Flame tests
8.6 Testing for metal ions
8.7 Testing for anions
9.1 The proportions of gases in the atmosphere
9.2 The Earth’s early atmosphere
9.3 How oxygen increased
9.4 How carbon dioxide decreased
9.5 Greenhouse gases
9.6 Human activities and climate change
9.7 Climate change consequences
9.8 Carbon footprint
9.9 Atmospheric pollutants from fuels
9.10 Pollution effects
10.1 Finite and renewable resources
10.2 Potable water
10.3 Waste water treatment
10.4 Life cycle assessment (LCA)
10.5 Reduce, reuse and recycle
10.6 Corrosion and its prevention
10.7 Alloys and properties of materials
10.8 Ceramics, polymers and composites
10.9 Haber process
10.10 NPK fertilisers