GCSE Physics B: What do you advise on which tier (foundation or higher) we should enter students?

Please contact the OCR science subject advisor team at gcsescience@ocr.org.uk or via our Customer Support Centre for guidance on deciding whether students should be entered for foundation or higher tier.

We have produced a fact sheet that gives teachers information to think about when deciding which tier is most suitable for their candidates. The fact sheet shows combined science, however the theory is the same for separate sciences:

Download fact sheet

We have also produced a tiering guide for parents and students that answers frequently asked questions:

Download tiering guide

Tiering CPD – There are 2 FREE CPD sessions a year (November and January) that teachers can sign up to attend. Once signed up, you will receive the recording and materials from the session, as well as the chance to attend the session and ask the Subject Advisor team any questions you may have. Booking can be done on our Professional Development page.