EnglishGCSE.co.uk free resources

Set of free educational resources aimed at the AQA English GCSE exams in 2026. These resources include lesson plans, scheme-of-work documents, summaries, and practice / preparation materials for specific exam questions. 

Many of the “2026 free” tagged resources are accessible at no cost which makes them particularly useful.

The site is built for secondary school levels (KS4 / GCSE in England), and these materials are differentiated and designed to align with what exam boards require. The resource types in the search results include:

• Lessons focussing on exam-style questions (e.g. Paper 1 / Paper 2 of the AQA English Language exam)
• Scheme of Work documents (detailed plans for how to structure teaching)
• Summaries of exam question styles
• Videos or materials for supporting creative writing, analysis of language, etc.

https://englishgcse.co.uk/search?type=product&q=2026+free

Codexterous. Thoughts about teaching, literature, and teaching literature

Codexterous is a blog dedicated to providing teaching resources primarily for English Literature and Language at GCSE and A-Level levels. It offers a variety of booklets and educational tools aimed at enhancing the teaching and learning experience in literature.

This blog is particularly useful for educators seeking adaptable, student-friendly materials that can be modified according to classroom needs. It emphasizes practical teaching methodologies and aims to make literature more accessible and engaging for students.

To explore Codexterous and its resources, visit:

https://codexterous.home.blog/resources/

ERA Subject Playlists

Selection of curated TV and radio broadcasts handpicked for several subjects. The Subject Playlists have been created with GCSE students in mind and are based on existing GCSE subject specifications. 

However, some programmes and clips may be relevant to students at other levels of study, so it might be worth taking a look at the Playlist for your subject even if you do not teach at this level. (Source: Era.org)

https://era.org.uk/ideas-guides/subject-playlists/