This section maps the foundational skills built on our site to the requirements of the upcoming Natural History GCSE. (Based on the June 2026 proposed GCSE content, subject to final specification).
Check back soon as we continue to build out this section with detailed curriculum mappings, the 6 core habitat deep-dives, and citizen science links!
Essential Tools
To help you get started with the practical elements of the GCSE, we have a variety of print-ready tools and templates. You can find these permanently housed in our Handouts section.
📋 Fieldwork Templates
Download our Fieldwork Templates to help you record nature observations properly.
🔍 Identification Tools
Download our visual guides to help you identify the UK's native invertebrates, vertebrates, and mammals.
The 6 GCSE Core Habitats
The GCSE focuses intensely on native UK wildlife across six core environments. We've built dedicated starter guides for each of them:
You can also browse all the native UK habitats categorized for the GCSE over on our Habitats Directory.