Top GCSE Maths Revision Resources for November Retakes and Mocks

The clock is ticking for November retakes, and Year 11s are staring down their first set of mock exams. Whether you’re aiming for a solid pass or pushing for the top grades, your success won't come from last-minute cramming—it comes from steady, consistent revision.

Think of revision like climbing a steep hill ⛰️. If you try to sprint up in one go, you’ll burn out quickly. But if you take small, regular steps, you’ll reach the top with far less stress (and much more confidence!). That’s why it’s so important to keep chipping away at your revision now, even if it’s just 20–30 minutes a day.

To help you keep on top of your studies, here are some brilliant GCSE Maths revision resources you can use at home, grouped by the type of practice you need:

Essential GCSE Maths Revision Resources

Past Papers & Worked Solutions (Practice)

• 🔗 Maths Genie: A huge bank of past papers for AQA and Edexcel, available as full papers or broken down by topic and grade. What makes this site stand out is the worked solutions—so much clearer than a mark scheme, as you can actually see how to work through the method. Many Edexcel papers also include video solutions, which are brilliant for reviewing independently.

  

Drill & Daily Routine (Consistency)

• 🔗 Corbett Maths: The famous 5-a-Day! Small, structured practice tasks that take only a few minutes but make a big difference over time. They’re perfect for building revision into your daily routine—maybe during tutor period, or after school with a timer set for half an hour.

  

  
  

Targeted Skill Development (Topic Focus)

• 🔗 Physics and Maths Tutor: This site lets you break your practice down by topic and exam board specification. Ideal if you know exactly where you need to improve (e.g., indices or simultaneous equations) and want a bank of questions to drill that specific skill.

• 🔗 Cognito: Short, sharp videos that get straight to the point. No 30-minute lectures—just clear explanations of key skills. Watch one, try a few practice questions, and move on. These are excellent if you need a quick refresh before tackling a tricky topic.

  

Higher Grade & Stretch (Top Marks)

• 🔗 Maths GCSE Tutor: Perfect for students on the higher paper or those aiming for a Grade 7-9. These videos explain methods clearly and give varied examples, including Grade 9 questions. Many also build in calculator skills, which are often overlooked but crucial for top marks.

Final Thoughts

Revision doesn't have to be overwhelming. Your 30 minutes today is the best investment you can make in your results next summer. Choose one resource from this list, set your timer, and start that steady climb now! 🧗

(Parents, encouraging your child to build these small habits now will make the weeks leading up to exams much smoother.)

If you’d like more support with GCSE Maths — whether it’s November retakes or preparing for summer exams — I’d love to help. Book a free consultation today and let’s make a plan that works.