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GCSE Grade Calculator

Grade Calculator GCSE & National 5

Official grade boundary data for all four UK nations. Enter your paper marks for an instant predicted grade, gap analysis and target tracker.

England AQA Edexcel OCR
Wales WJEC
Scotland SQA
N. Ireland CCEA
ℹ️ How to Use This Calculator
  1. Choose your country — England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. Each uses different exam boards and grading scales.
  2. Select your exam board and subject — board is set automatically for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
  3. Choose your tier (where available) — Higher or Foundation.
  4. Pick a boundary year — a specific year uses that exam series exactly; the average gives a broader prediction.
  5. Enter your marks — whole numbers only. Leave papers blank if not yet sat. Results update live as you type.
  6. Set a target grade (optional) — instantly see your green/amber/red RAG status.

Grading scales: England uses grades 9–1 (reformed 2017). Wales (WJEC) and Northern Ireland (CCEA) use A*–G. Scotland (SQA) awards National 5 grades A–D.

Note: Boundaries are based on published historical data. Check official figures at AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, CCEA or SQA.

Step 1 — Choose Your Country
Each country uses different exam boards and grading scales.
Step 2 — Choose Your Exam Board & Subject
Use a specific year for exact boundaries, or the average for a broader prediction.

Select an exam board and subject above to enter your marks.

Step 4 — Set Your Target (Optional)
Set a target to see green/amber/red RAG status instantly.

Important: Grade boundaries are based on historical published data and are indicative only. Always verify against official board publications: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, CCEA and SQA.