A Level Chemistry A for OCR Student Book

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Exam Board: OCR
Level: A Level
Subject: Chemistry A
First teaching: September 2015; first exams: June 2017

Developed in partnership with OCR, this Student Book for A Level Chemistry A provides trusted, comprehensive support throughout the course. Written to meet the demands of the specification, it delivers the knowledge, practical understanding, and analytical skills students need to succeed in A Level Chemistry and prepare for further study.

Complex concepts are explained clearly and accessibly, helping learners build confidence, strengthen their understanding, and develop the independence required for success in examinations and beyond. With extensive opportunities to apply knowledge, practise skills, and monitor progress, students are supported every step of the way.

Key Features

• Developed by OCR’s Resource Partner, providing trusted support for OCR Chemistry A.


• A complete linear textbook designed specifically for the requirements of the linear A Level course and assessments.


• Comprehensive synoptic support, with links and questions throughout the book and a dedicated chapter exploring unifying concepts.


• Differentiated support and challenge through progressive questions and clearly identified extension material.


• Encourages independent learning with module summaries, revision checklists, and a wide range of differentiated practice questions.


• Preparation for practical assessment through the development of exam-relevant practical skills across the course.


• Dedicated support for mathematical skills, including worked examples and targeted practice activities.


• Extensive exam-style question practice, covering multiple-choice, mathematical, practical, and synoptic assessment formats.


• Supported by next-generation Kerboodle, offering powerful digital resources for independent study, assessment, differentiation, and practical endorsement preparation.

Designed to Build Confidence and Achievement

• Clear explanations that make challenging topics accessible and engaging.


• Regular opportunities to apply learning and develop analytical thinking.


• Structured support for revision, self-assessment, and exam preparation.


• Resources that help students become confident, independent learners ready for higher education and future careers.

Combining expert authorship, specification-focused content, and extensive support for practical, mathematical, and exam skills, this Student Book gives students everything they need to achieve their potential in OCR A Level Chemistry A.