AQA

English Language – GCSE Past Papers

📋 AQA📄 30 past papers📅 2017 – 2024

Browse our range of AQA GCSE English Language Past Papers and Mark Schemes below. Testing yourself with GCSE English Language past papers is a great way to identify which topics need more revision, so you can ensure that you are revising as effectively as possible to help you get ready for your GCSE English Language exam.

30 papers

Paper 1

15 papers
Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing
GCSE
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November 2024 Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing 8700/1
8700/1GCSE
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June 2024 Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing 8700/1
8700/1GCSE
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June 2023 Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing 8700/1
8700/1GCSE
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November 2023 Paper 1: Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing 8700/1
8700/1GCSE
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Paper 2

15 papers
Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives
GCSE
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November 2024 Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives 8700/2
8700/2GCSE
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June 2024 Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives 8700/2
8700/2GCSE
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November 2023 Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives 8700/2
8700/2GCSE
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June 2023 Paper 2: Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives 8700/2
8700/2GCSE
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find AQA English Language GCSE past papers?

You can find free AQA English Language GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay. We have papers available for Specimen Papers, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017.

Are AQA English Language past papers free to download?

Yes, all AQA English Language GCSE past papers and mark schemes on Progressay are completely free to download. No registration required.

What years are available for AQA English Language GCSE past papers?

Progressay has AQA English Language GCSE past papers available for Specimen Papers, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017.

Do these past papers come with mark schemes?

Where the exam board has published one, the official mark scheme is available alongside the question paper — look for the "Mark Scheme" download next to each paper.

Can I get these English Language past papers marked automatically?

Papers with a "Grade with AI" button next to them can be marked instantly using Progressay's AI grading assistant, scored against the official mark scheme.