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Exams

Here you will find useful information and support regarding exams.

Exam Kit List

Inside a clear pencil case, please ensure you bring:

  • Black Pen (at least 2)
  • Pencil (at least 2)
  • Ruler
  • Highlighter
  • Protractor
  • Compass
  • Eraser
  • Scientific Calculator (remove cover)
  • Student ID Card

Items permitted in an exam:

  • Clear water bottle (remove all labels)

Items NOT permitted in an exam:

  • Mobile phones
  • Watches (standard and smartwatches)
  • MP3/MP4 Players
  • Any device for browsing the internet or communication
  • Correction fluid
  • Food

Internal Appeals

If you wish to appeal your result, our GCSE Internal Appeals Policy can be found below.

Please note the following costs (per paper) associated with an appeal:

OCR

  • Service 2 (without report): £65.25
  • Service 2a (with report): £141.25

AQA

  • Review of marking (GCSE): £43.50

Pearson

  • Review of marking (GCSE): £46.70

WJEC

  • Review of marking: £43.50
  • Plus fee for copy of remarked script: £15.00

  1. GCSE Internal Appeals Policy - Post Results (from July 2025)

  2. Resources to help students prepare for exams and assessments

  3. JCQ - Post Results Services (2025)

  4. JCQ - Preparing to sit your exams (2024-25)

  5. JCQ - Social media infographic (2024-25)

  6. JCQ - Artificial Intelligence Poster for Students (2024-25)

  7. Information for Candidates - Coursework Assessments (from Sep 2024)

  8. Information for Candidates - Non Examination Assessments (from Sep 2024)

  9. Information for Candidates - On-Screen Tests (from Sep 2024)

  10. Information for Candidates - Written Examinations (from Sep 2024)

  11. Suspected Malpractice Policies and Procedures (from Sep 2024)