Cambridge 0580 Non-Calculator Maths Past Papers
From recent 0580 syllabuses, non-calculator papers are a fixed part of Extended and Core routes. Past papers labelled non-calculator must be practised without a calculator — otherwise timing and method practice are invalid.
Hub: maths past papers · Extended papers.
Non-calculator skills
| Skill | Practice |
|---|---|
| Fractions & percentages | Mental + written layout |
| Surds & indices (Extended) | Simplify without CAS |
| Geometry | Angle rules, constructions |
| Algebra | Factorise, solve linear/quadratic |
Exam discipline
- Hide calculator physically.
- Write every step — lost method marks common.
- Use Past Paper Timer for exact duration.
Frequently asked questions
Edexcel 4MA1 non-calculator?
Edexcel linear papers may allow calculators on both — check 4MA1 spec; this guide is Cambridge 0580 focused.
Can I use calculator for topic revision?
Yes for learning; use non-calc papers for exam simulation.
Which paper number?
Confirm current syllabus — school handout lists Paper 1/2 roles.
Formulae sheet?
Which formulas given IGCSE maths.
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