8300 · AQA GCSE
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Mathematics · June 2024 · Variant 1
Relative difficulty
Analysis source: AQA
Analysis aligned to the official syllabus and assessment design.
2.4 / 5
240
270 min
Ratio, proportion and rates of change
Cohort performance
Session statistics from official examination reports
Total marks
240
Duration
270 min
Session difficulty
2.4 / 5
Key examiner messages
Top priorities from the principal examiner before you revise
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series.
The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic representations towards the back of each paper.
With an overall difficulty rating of 2 stars, well-prepared students had ample opportunity to showcase their understanding across the breadth of the specification, though several classic examiner traps tested their mathematical precision.
Question difficulty map
How candidates performed on each question in this series
No data available in official reports
Assessment objectives
Skill and AO weighting from official examiner commentary
Skill weighting
Shows the skill mix this paper tested most heavily.
Mathematical
Weight: 4100%Problem Solving & Reasoning
Weight: 375%
Method marks watchlist
Where working, steps, or method marks were commonly lost
No data available in official reports
Recurring mistakes across years
Themes examiners flag in multiple recent sessions for this subject
No data available in official reports
Question choice intelligence
Mean scores and popularity for optional questions (HKDSE electives)
No data available in official reports
Level exemplars
What candidate scripts at each grade level looked like
No data available in official reports
Grade & admission context
How marks relate to grade thresholds and entry standards
Report type
Examiner report — national grade boundaries and question-level commentary
Level 9
Approx. 91% of maximum mark
Level 8
Approx. 80% of maximum mark
Level 7
Approx. 68% of maximum mark
Level 6
Approx. 54% of maximum mark
Level 5
Approx. 40% of maximum mark
Level 4
Approx. 25% of maximum mark
Level 3
Approx. 18% of maximum mark
Deep insights
What top candidates did
Techniques and approaches examiners rewarded in this series
No data available in official reports
Command word playbook
How to match each command word to the expected response style
Match the expected response style for “out” questions.
Match the expected response style for “down” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Complete” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Solve” questions.
State features in sequence or list observable properties — do not explain causes unless asked.
Match the expected response style for “Give” questions.
Match the expected response style for “Show” questions.
Time traps
Sections where candidates spent disproportionate time relative to marks
Min per mark: 2
Min per mark: 1.1
Min per mark: 1.1
Min per mark: 1.1
Min per mark: 1.1
Min per mark: 1.1
Syllabus traceability
Topics linked to questions and mark weighting in this session
Ratio, proportion and rates of change
43 marks this session
Structure and calculation (Number)
29 marks this session
Fractions, decimals and percentages (Number)
28 marks this session
MCQ trap analytics
Commonly chosen wrong options from examiner commentary
No data available in official reports
Topic heatmap across years
Mark concentration by topic and exam year for this subject
Mark intensity
Ratio, proportion and rates of change
Structure and calculation
Fractions, decimals and percentages
Structure and calculation (Number)
Fractions, decimals and percentages (Number)
Mensuration and calculation
Statistics
Paper comparison
Marks and duration breakdown across papers in this session
Paper 1 (Non-Calculator):
Paper 2 (Calculator):
Paper 3 (Calculator):
Marks you can still earn
Where valid approaches outside the mark scheme may still gain credit
No data available in official reports
Practise what examiners flagged
Target weak topics from this report inside the Revui app
Ratio, proportion and rates of change
43 marks this session
Practise in RevuiStructure and calculation (Number)
29 marks this session
Practise in RevuiFractions, decimals and percentages (Number)
28 marks this session
Practise in RevuiSelf-diagnostic checklist
Key actions before you sit this paper — copy and tick off as you revise
- 1Message
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series.
- 2Message
The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic representations towards the back of each paper.
- 3Message
With an overall difficulty rating of 2 stars, well-prepared students had ample opportunity to showcase their understanding across the breadth of the specification, though several classic examiner traps tested their mathematical precision.
Teacher briefing pack
One-page session summary for tutors and classroom review
June 2024 2024
Mathematics
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series. The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic re
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series.
The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic representations towards the back of each paper.
With an overall difficulty rating of 2 stars, well-prepared students had ample opportunity to showcase their understanding across the breadth of the specification, though several classic examiner traps tested their mathematical precision.
- Total marks
- 240
- Duration
- 270 min
- Session difficulty
- 2.4 / 5
Session analysis
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series. The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic representations towards the back of each paper. With an overall difficulty rating of 2 stars, well-prepared students had ample opportunity to showcase their understanding across the breadth of the specification, though several classic examiner traps tested their mathematical precision.
Updated Jun 14, 2026
Paper breakdown
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Top chapters
Exam structure insights
Marks by chapter
See where the marks were concentrated so revision time goes to the highest-value topics.
Mark accessibility
Estimate which marks were basic, mid-level, or high-difficulty.
83% within easy or medium reach
Command word frequency
Spot common command words so answers match the expected response style.
Question type mix
Compare the mark share of each paper section and question type.
Structured Problem Solving
105·28·44%
Short Answer
95·65·40%
Multiple Choice
22·18·9%
Drawing & Graphing
18·9·8%
Study ROI
Bigger bubbles recur more often; higher bubbles carry more marks, helping you rank revision priorities.
Difficulty trend
Compare difficulty across recent years.
Time vs marks
Compare marks with suggested time allocation to plan exam pacing.
Paper 1 Section A (
0.50 m/minPaper 1 Section B (
0.88 m/minPaper 1 Section C (
0.89 m/minPaper 2 Section A (
0.88 m/minPaper 2 Section B (
0.88 m/minPaper 2 Section C (
0.89 m/minPaper 3 Section A (
0.88 m/minPaper 3 Section B (
0.88 m/minPaper 3 Section C (
0.93 m/minTotal marks
198
Total time
231 min
Avg pace
0.86
Cumulative marks ladder
The line is your running mark total question by question; dashed lines are the estimated grade cut-offs. See which question the line crosses your target grade at, so you know how far you must answer cleanly and which questions decide a band.
Next-year prediction
Topics worth watching next year, with the reason shown directly below each bar.
Vectors (Geometry and measures)
85%85%
Measures and accuracy (Number)
80%80%
Sequences (Algebra)
75%75%
Paper analysis
The June 2024 GCSE Mathematics Foundation series presents a well-rounded and fair assessment that aligns closely with previous AQA series. The paper successfully balances highly accessible single-step marks at the start with more complex, multi-step word problems and algebraic representations towards the back of each paper. With an overall difficulty rating of 2 stars, well-prepared students had ample opportunity to showcase their understanding across the breadth of the specification, though several classic examiner traps tested their mathematical precision.
Exam tips
Paper format
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Total marks
- 80
- Weighting
- 33.33%
- Question types
- Short Answer / Fill-in, Structured Working / Calculation
Analysis is paraphrased for study purposes. Always verify against the official examiner report and mark scheme.