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Free Money Worksheets for GCSE

Counting money and making change. Download free printable maths worksheets designed for GCSE students (ages 14-16), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Apply percentages and fractions to money problems
Understand simple interest
Read and interpret bank statements and budgets
Solve complex financial problem-solving tasks

Sample Money Questions for GCSE

Here are examples of the types of questions your child will practice:

1

Convert £250 to euros at rate £1 = €1.15

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2

Calculate 17.5% VAT on £80

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3

A price increases by 15% from £60. Find the new price.

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4

After 25% discount, a jacket costs £45. Find original price.

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5

£500 earns 3% simple interest per year. How much after 2 years?

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Financial literacy
Real-world maths
Decimal handling
Problem solving

Real-World Applications

Understanding money helps children in everyday situations:

Budgeting
Shopping
Saving
Understanding finances

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common money mistakes:

  • !Forgetting to include pence
  • !Confusing coins of similar size
  • !Incorrect change calculation
  • !Decimal place errors

Learning Progression

Mastering money at this level prepares students for A-Level study and beyond, developing expertise valued in higher education and careers.

Sample Money Worksheets

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Money Worksheet - GCSE - Intermediate

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Money Worksheet - GCSE - Intermediate

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Activity 1: Percentage Increase and Decrease

Calculate the percentage increase or decrease for each scenario. Show all your workings clearly and write your answers in the provided boxes.

1. A jacket costs £50 and is increased to £60. What is the percentage increase? ______
2. A phone was priced at £200 but is now £150. What is the percentage decrease? ______
3. A car's value increased from £8,000 to £9,200. Calculate the percentage increase. ______
4. A laptop was £1,000 and is now £850. Find the percentage decrease. ______

Activity 2: Simple and Compound Interest

For each scenario, calculate the total amount after the interest is applied. Use the formulas for simple and compound interest where applicable.

1. £1,000 is invested at a simple interest rate of 5% per annum for 3 years. Calculate the total amount. ______
2. £500 is deposited in a savings account offering 4% compound interest per annum, compounded annually, for 2 years. What is the total amount? ______
3. £2,000 is invested at a simple interest rate of 3% per annum for 5 years. Find the total amount. ______
4. £750 is placed in an account with 6% compound interest per annum, compounded annually, for 3 years. Calculate the total amount. ______
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Tips for Teaching Money

1Use real or plastic coins in play shops
2Practise giving change by "counting up"
3Connect to budgeting - "how much can you spend?"
4Link to decimals throughout

More Maths Topics for GCSE

AdditionSubtractionMultiplicationDivisionFractionsDecimals

Money for Other Age Groups

Early Years

Ages 0-2

Nursery

Ages 3-4

Reception

Ages 4-5

Key Stage 1

Ages 5-7

Key Stage 2

Ages 7-11

Key Stage 3

Ages 11-14

A-Level

Ages 16-18

Frequently Asked Questions

What money topics are covered in these worksheets?▼
Our money worksheets for GCSE cover all aspects of counting money and making change as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these money worksheets suitable for GCSE?▼
Yes, these worksheets are specifically designed for GCSE students (ages 14-16). The content difficulty and question types are carefully matched to National Curriculum expectations for this age group.
How can I use these money worksheets effectively?▼
We recommend 15-20 minutes of focused practice per session. Use the worksheets to reinforce concepts taught at school, identify areas needing more practice, and build confidence. Every worksheet includes an answer key for easy self-assessment.
Do the money worksheets include answer keys?▼
Yes, every worksheet comes with a complete answer key on a separate page. This makes it easy for parents to check homework, teachers to mark work, and students to self-assess their understanding.

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