The summer 2026 GCSE exam timetable can be viewed here.

Students need to be aware of the exam policies and the regulations for sitting assessments. They are regularly reminded of these in school, as well as the JCQ regulations posters being displayed outside of the exam rooms. Students should also use this checklist to help them prepare for their assessments.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/student-checklist/student-checklist

The OFQUAL student guide provides you with information about this year’s arrangements for all qualifications. It also explains what support is in place when taking exams and assessments. Click here to read it.

For a guide to coping with exam pressure, please click here.

Exams and Internal Assessments Policies and Procedures

Access Arrangements Policy - Exams

Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy - Exams

Complaints Policy - Exams

Conflict of Interest Policy

Data Protection Plan - Exams

Disability Policy - Exams

Emergency Evacuation Plan - Exams

Equality Policy - Exams

Escalation Policy - Exams

Exam Archiving Policy

Exam Contingency Plan

Internal Appeals Procedure

Learner Recruitment Registration and Certification Policy

Learner Support Protocol Policy

Lockdown Policy - Exams

Malpractice Policy

Non Examination Assessment Policy

Procedure to verify the identity of candidates

Special Consideration Policy

Whistleblowing Policy - Exams