Examinations
We provide essential information about exam schedules, regulations, contingency plans, and support services to help you prepare confidently and succeed during the exam period.
At Newcastle Sixth Form College, we are committed to supporting students throughout their exam preparation and assessment periods. This page provides essential information about exam dates, registration, preparation tips, and policies to help you succeed.
How Will I Know When and Where My Exam Is Taking Place?
You will receive a Statement of Entry by post, detailing all your A Level and GCSE exams, including dates and times.
This statement will be sent to your home address.
Throughout the exam series, a weekly list of exams will be published outside the college student gateway and displayed on noticeboards in the college reception. This list details the exams scheduled for the current and following week.
Additionally, you will receive a weekly email containing your upcoming exams, including specific room locations.
If you need assistance locating your exam dates or venues, please visit the College's main office for support.
Make sure you are clear about your exam dates and start times.
Exam Arrangements and Regulations
Reading and understanding the Ofqual Arrangements for Examinations and Assessments 2025 is essential.
Arrive promptly for all your exams.
Remember to bring your Student ID Card and Statement of Entry.
Additional candidate information is available via the JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) for further guidance.
Contingency Arrangements and Makeup Days
The awarding bodies have scheduled a contingency day at the end of the exam timetable, as part of their standard planning for significant disruptions.
Following lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, additional contingency measures have been introduced to ensure resilience against major events, such as extreme weather or national emergencies.
For the June 2024 exams, the contingency plan includes:
The standard contingency day is Wednesday, 26 June 2024
Two additional half-day contingency sessions are scheduled for Thursday, 6 June 2024, and Thursday, 13 June 2024.
Schools, candidates, and parents should know these contingency days and plan accordingly. Candidates are advised to remain available until Wednesday, 26 June 2024, should exams need to be rescheduled due to unforeseen events.
