Home Education: GCSE Sociology
Sociology helps students understand the world around them — how society is shaped, how people interact, and why inequalities exist. It encourages critical thinking, debate, and the ability to see issues from different perspectives — all vital skills for life and future study.
On this page, you’ll find resources designed for Home Education to make GCSE Sociology clear, engaging, and manageable. Whether you’re a parent or teacher planning lessons for a home education or a home educated student revising for your GCSEs, the materials here are structured to build knowledge step by step, while encouraging curiosity and discussion.
Exam Structure
The AQA or Eduqas GCSE Sociology exam consists of two written exams (there is no coursework). Both exams carry equal weighting, with 50% of the GCSE each.
Marks available: 100 per paper
Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes per paper
This structure makes it straightforward to plan revision and practice, focusing on the key topics and skills assessed in each exam.
Home Education GCSE Sociology: Resources Available
Unit Topics: These can be purchased individually or as a whole GCSE
Topic overviews and revision guides
Lesson by lesson Powerpoints
Student workbook
Exam-style practice questions and mark scheme guidance
Vocabulary lists and key sociological concepts explained
Additional tasks folder
