Can we use analytics cookies?

Google Analytics measures basic public-page use without setting analytics cookies. If you accept, cookies help us understand repeat visits and journeys. We never send names, email addresses, learner answers or code.

Read the cookie details

Computing, Covered - OCR GCSE Computer Science

OCR J277 mock revision

Prepare for a school mock with a balanced plan instead of trying to guess what will be on the paper.

Plan for both papers

Use the date and topics given by the school, then divide revision time between Paper 1 knowledge and Paper 2 algorithms and programming.

  • Begin with a short check to find gaps.
  • Spend more time on weaker, important skills.
  • Finish with timed mixed questions and correct every mistake.

Use official materials properly

OCR past papers and mark schemes should come from OCR or the school. Computing, Covered adds original practice alongside them.

  • Work under realistic time and calculator conditions.
  • Use the mark scheme for the correct paper and exam series.
  • Write down one specific improvement after each mistake.

A seven-session example

Start with a short check, then cover Paper 1 gaps; algorithms and tracing; Python and testing; calculations and logic; timed mixed questions; and a final review.

  • Short, regular sessions are easier to manage than one long reread.
  • Keep correction notes short and specific.
  • Ask a teacher when a longer answer needs professional judgement.