IGCSE Maths Past Papers: One-Month Revision Plan
With one month to exams, IGCSE maths past papers should dominate revision — notes only for gaps found from marking. This plan fits Edexcel 4MA1 (two papers) and Cambridge 0580 (multiple papers — adjust counts).
Hub: maths past papers.
Week 1 — Diagnose
| Task | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full paper ×1 | Your board, strict time |
| Mark | Mark scheme guide |
| Topic drill | Algebra · Number |
Week 2 — Paper types
| Board | Focus |
|---|---|
| Edexcel | Paper 1 + Paper 2 separate |
| Cambridge | Non-calc + calc |
Week 3 — Full mocks
- Two full qualification mocks (all papers in exam order).
- Statistics/probability if recurring errors.
Week 4 — Polish
- One final full mock early week.
- Light topic recall only.
- Sleep — no new content cramming.
Frequently asked questions
How many full papers total?
Aim 6–8 marked strictly in the month if possible.
Other subjects?
Rotate — maths every 2–3 days minimum.
June series timing?
Grade boundaries?
Grade boundaries keyword — interpret cautiously.
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