AQA GCSE Computer Science Paper 1 2025 Qp Pdf

Get the official AQA GCSE Computer Science Paper 1 Computational Thinking and Programming Skills question paper from the June 2025 series (8525/1B). This paper was sat on Monday 12 May 2025 (Afternoon) and is the authentic exam used by AQA to assess programming, algorithms, and computational thinking skills using Python. It includes the full set of exam questions, structured coding tasks, trace tables, and algorithm-based problems exactly as presented in the real exam.

Use it to practise under real exam conditions across key GCSE topics including programming constructs (selection, iteration, subroutines), data types, validation, arrays, searching and sorting algorithms (bubble sort, merge sort, binary search), and algorithm design using pseudo-code and flowcharts. Pair it with the matching AQA 8525/1B June 2025 mark scheme on markscheme.net for full exam practice. Updated for the 2025/2026 academic year, optimised for mobile and desktop, and instantly downloadable from markscheme.net — your fastest route to top-grade revision.

This document is designed for GCSE Computer Science students preparing for the 2026 exam series, including Year 11 candidates, retake students aiming for top grades (7–9), and home-schooled learners. It is especially valuable for students focusing on Python programming and algorithmic problem-solving skills required in Paper 1.

It is also essential for teachers, tutors, and revision-course providers delivering AQA 8525, enabling realistic mock exams, structured walkthroughs of programming questions, and consistent marking practice. Parents supporting revision can use it to track progress and identify gaps in coding and computational thinking.