GCSE (9–1) MATHEMATICS: June 2025 PAST PAPER: Paper 2 (Foundation Tier)
Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J560/02]
Exam Resource Summary
The June 2025 GCSE (9–1) Mathematics Paper 2 (Foundation Tier) (OCR J560/02) provides a fully
merged resource combining the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
integrated format clearly shows how each question is assessed, outlining examiner expectations and
the criteria required for top-band performance at the Foundation Tier. This component assesses
students’ understanding of core mathematical concepts, including number operations, algebra,
geometry, statistics, ratio, proportion, and problem-solving. Candidates are expected to apply methods
accurately, interpret and analyse information, and demonstrate reasoning and calculation skills in a
structured manner. By pairing each question with detailed marking guidance, the resource
strengthens analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and procedural accuracy. It supports clear,
precise, and well-structured responses, providing focused preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE
Mathematics Paper 2 (Foundation Tier) examination.
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1 Here is a list of numbers.
15 17 21 28 39 49
From this list, write down
(a) the prime number,
(a) ....................................................................... [1]
(b) the square number,
(b) ....................................................................... [1]
(c) two numbers with a difference of 18.
(c) ............................ and................................................ [1]
2 The diagram shows a right-angled triangle with base 9 cm and height 4 cm.
Not to scale
4 cm
9 cm
Work out the area of the triangle.
. ........................................................................ cm2 [2]
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3 Work out, giving your answers as fractions.
1
(a) Half of
2
(a)........................................................................................ [1]
(b) 1 + 2
5 5
(b) ........................................................................................ [1]
4 (a) Shape A and shape B are drawn below.
A B
(i) Write down the mathematical name of each of the shapes.
(a)(i) Shape A .................................................
Shape B .................................................
[2]
(ii) Write down the order of rotational symmetry of shape A.
(ii) ....................................................................... [1]
(b) Add correct notation to the shape below to show that it is an isosceles triangle.
[1]
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5 The bar chart shows the number of hours per month Riley spends at the gym in each of January, February and
March.
50
45
40
35
30
Number
of hours 25
20
15
10
5
0
Jan Feb March April
Month
(a) How many hours did Riley spend at the gym in February?
(a) ............................................................ hours [1]
(b) Find how many more hours Riley spent at the gym in January compared to March.
(b) .......................................................................... hours [2]
(c) In April, Riley spent a total of 18 hours at the gym.
Complete the bar chart for April. [1]
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Merged Question Paper & Mark Scheme [OCR J560/02]
Exam Resource Summary
The June 2025 GCSE (9–1) Mathematics Paper 2 (Foundation Tier) (OCR J560/02) provides a fully
merged resource combining the complete examination paper with its official mark scheme. This
integrated format clearly shows how each question is assessed, outlining examiner expectations and
the criteria required for top-band performance at the Foundation Tier. This component assesses
students’ understanding of core mathematical concepts, including number operations, algebra,
geometry, statistics, ratio, proportion, and problem-solving. Candidates are expected to apply methods
accurately, interpret and analyse information, and demonstrate reasoning and calculation skills in a
structured manner. By pairing each question with detailed marking guidance, the resource
strengthens analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and procedural accuracy. It supports clear,
precise, and well-structured responses, providing focused preparation for the 2026 OCR GCSE
Mathematics Paper 2 (Foundation Tier) examination.
Turn over
, 2
1 Here is a list of numbers.
15 17 21 28 39 49
From this list, write down
(a) the prime number,
(a) ....................................................................... [1]
(b) the square number,
(b) ....................................................................... [1]
(c) two numbers with a difference of 18.
(c) ............................ and................................................ [1]
2 The diagram shows a right-angled triangle with base 9 cm and height 4 cm.
Not to scale
4 cm
9 cm
Work out the area of the triangle.
. ........................................................................ cm2 [2]
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3 Work out, giving your answers as fractions.
1
(a) Half of
2
(a)........................................................................................ [1]
(b) 1 + 2
5 5
(b) ........................................................................................ [1]
4 (a) Shape A and shape B are drawn below.
A B
(i) Write down the mathematical name of each of the shapes.
(a)(i) Shape A .................................................
Shape B .................................................
[2]
(ii) Write down the order of rotational symmetry of shape A.
(ii) ....................................................................... [1]
(b) Add correct notation to the shape below to show that it is an isosceles triangle.
[1]
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5 The bar chart shows the number of hours per month Riley spends at the gym in each of January, February and
March.
50
45
40
35
30
Number
of hours 25
20
15
10
5
0
Jan Feb March April
Month
(a) How many hours did Riley spend at the gym in February?
(a) ............................................................ hours [1]
(b) Find how many more hours Riley spent at the gym in January compared to March.
(b) .......................................................................... hours [2]
(c) In April, Riley spent a total of 18 hours at the gym.
Complete the bar chart for April. [1]
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