Key facts
- Exam regulator to monitor A-Level marking.
- Concerns raised about a challenging A-Level Maths paper.
- A petition demanding a review of the Pearson Edexcel Maths exam has over 20,000 signatures.
- Students reported the paper was more difficult than past papers.
The exam regulator has committed to monitoring the marking of A-Level examinations in response to significant student concerns regarding a recent paper. This decision follows widespread student feedback indicating that the Pearson Edexcel paper one Maths exam was considerably more difficult than previous assessments. A petition demanding a review of the exam has garnered over 20,000 signatures, with students reporting feelings of being overwhelmed and uncertain after completing the paper. The regulator's pledge aims to ensure fairness and accuracy in the grading process amidst these challenges.