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Please click here to download a copy of the Y12/13 resit timetable for November 2024

Please click here to download a copy of the Year 11 mock exams timetable for Nov/Dec 2024

Being organised for GCSE and A Level exams is crucial for several reasons:

Time Management: Effective organisation helps students allocate their study time efficiently, ensuring they cover all necessary topics and have ample time for revision.
Reduced Stress: Organisation reduces last-minute cramming and exam-related stress, promoting a calmer and more focused mindset during exams.
Comprehensive preparation: An organised study plan ensures that students cover all syllabus content, increasing their chances of answering a variety of questions in the exams.
More effective resources: Being organised helps students gather and arrange study materials, making it easier to access notes, textbooks, and other resources when needed.
Improved recall: Organised notes and study materials improve retention and recall of information, leading to improved exam performance.
Confidence boost: A well-structured study plan and organised materials boost students' confidence in their abilities, which can positively impact their exam results.

For GCSE and A Level exams, students typically need the following equipment:

Writing: Pens (black) for written portions of exams, and pencils (with erasers) and maths and graph sections in other subjects.
Erasers: To correct mistakes made with pencils.
Highlighters: For highlighting key words in texts.
Ruler: For drawing straight lines and measuring in other subjects.
A scientific calculator: A calculator is required for maths and science exams.
Geometry Set: Compass and protractor for maths exams.
Identification: ID card (provided by the school).
Clear pencil case: To carry and organise exam equipment.
Clear water bottle: To stay hydrated during exams.
Exam Timetable: Printed copy of their exam schedule to avoid any confusion.

Key dates

Wednesday 23rd October 2024	Year 11 expectations and revision evening.
Tuesday 5th November - Monday 11th November 2024	Year 12/13 English/Maths resit exams
Friday 15th November - Monday 2nd December 2024	Year 11 mock exams (1) commence.
TBC	Year 13 mock exams commence.
Monday 24th February - Friday 7th March 2025	Year 11 mock exams (2) commence.
TBC	Year 9 mock exams commence.
TBC	Year 10 mock exams commence.
TBC	Year 12 mock exams commence.
TBC	Year 7-10 reading tests commence.

Information for Candidates

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Examination Board Information for GCSE, BTEC and A Level

Maths

Level 2

GCSE maths (Edexcel)

Maths GCSE | Edexcel GCSE Mathematics (2015) | Pearson qualifications

GCSE Further maths (AQA)

AQA | Mathematics | AQA Certificate | Level 2 Further Mathematics

Level 2 Functional skills (AQA)

AQA | Mathematics | Functional Skills | Mathematics

Level 3

A-level maths

Pearson Edexcel AS and A level Mathematics (2017) | Pearson qualifications

A-level further maths

a-level-l3-further-mathematics-sams.pdf (pearson.com)

English (and Media)

Level 2

GCSE English Language (Eduqas)

GCSE English Language | Eduqas

GCSE English Literature (Eduqas)

GCSE English Literature | Eduqas

GCSE Media Studies (Eduqas)

GCSE Media Studies | Eduqas

GCSE Film Studies (Eduqas)

GCSE Film Studies | Eduqas

Level 3

A-level English Literature (Eduqas)

A Level English Literature | Eduqas

A-level English Language and Literature (AQA)

AQA | English | A-level | English Language and Literature

A-level Media Studies (Eduqas)

A Level Media Studies | Eduqas

A-level Film Studies (Eduqas)

A Level Film Studies | Eduqas

Science

Level 2

AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy

AQA | Science | GCSE | Combined Science: Trilogy

Level 3

AQA A-Level Biology

AQA | Science | AS and A-level | Biology

AQA A-Level Chemistry

AQA | Science | AS and A-level | Chemistry

AQA A-Level Physics

AQA | Science | AS and A-level | Physics

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Applied Science

BTEC Nationals | Applied Science (2016) | Pearson qualifications

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science

BTEC Nationals | Applied Science (2016) | Pearson qualifications

Humanities (including T and T level 2 and 3)

Level 2

Geography GCSE Eduqas Spec B

GCSE B Geography | Eduqas

History GCSE AQA

AQA | History | GCSE | History

Modules:

Britain: Health and the People
Elizabethan England: 1568-1603
Germany: Democracy and Dictatorship: 1890-1945
Conflict and Tension between East and West: 1945-1972

Travel and Tourism BTEC Tech Award Level 2 Pearson

Travel & Tourism (2022) | BTEC Tech Awards | Pearson qualifications

Level 3

Geography A Level AQA

AQA | Geography | AS and A-level | Geography

History A Level AQA

AQA | History | AS and A-level | History

Modules:

The Tudors: England, 1485-1603
Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia, 1917-1953
Non-Examined Assessment

Travel and Tourism BTEC National Level 3 Pearson

Year 12 Certificate

Year 13 Extended Certificate

BTEC Nationals | Travel and Tourism (2019) | Pearson qualifications

Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)

Level 2

French, Spanish and Polish (home language only)

Exam board: AQA

AQA | Languages | GCSE | French

AQA | Languages | GCSE | Spanish

AQA | Languages | GCSE | Polish

Paper 1 – Listening

Paper 2 – Speaking

Paper 3 – Reading

Paper 4 - Writing

Business and IT

Level 2

Pearson Edexcel Enterprise Enterprise (2022)

BTEC Tech Award | Pearson qualifications

Component 1: Exploring Enterprises
Component 2: Planning and Presenting a Micro-Enterprise Idea
Component 3: Marketing and Finance for Enterprise (Exam)

Pearson Edexcel Digital Information Technology (DIT)

Digital Information Technology (2022) | BTEC Tech Award | Pearson qualifications

Component 1: Exploring User Interface Design Principles and Project Planning Techniques
Component 2: Collecting, Presenting and Interpreting Data
Component 3: Effective Digital Working Practices (Exam)

Level 3 (qualification title(s) and website link)

Finance: LIBF

Year 12: Certificate in Financial Studies (CeFS) | Financial Capability | LIBF

Unit 1: Financial Capability for the Immediate and Short Term

Unit 2: Financial Capability for the Medium and Long Term

Year 13: Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS) | Financial Capability | LIBF

Unit 3: Sustainability of an Individual's Finances

Unit 4: Sustainability of the Financial Services System

OCR Cambridge Technicals

Cambridge Technicals - Information Technology - OCR

Year 12

Exam 1: Fundamentals of IT Unit 1 - Fundamentals of IT - Cambridge Technicals | CSNewbs

Exam 2: Global Information Unit 2 - Global Information - Cambridge Technicals IT Level 3 | CSNewbs

Year 13

Exam 1: Cyber security

Coursework: Project Management / Product Development

Coursework: Internet of Everything / Systems analysis and design

Computer Science

Level 2

Edexcel Computer science Computer Science (2020) | Pearson qualifications

Paper 1: Principles of Computer Science

Edexcel GCSE Computer Science Past Papers - Revision World

GCSE Computer Science - Edexcel - BBC Bitesize

Paper 2: Application of Computational Thinking

Python coding (gcsecs.com)

Python Core – Hyperskill

Introduction to Python | Learn with Sololearn

Creative Arts (including level 2 qualifications in post 16)

Level 2

GCSE Art and Design (fine art)

AQA | Art and Design | GCSE | Art and Design

GCSE Art and Design (Photography)

AQA | Art and Design | GCSE | Art and Design

GCSE Art and Design (Textile design)

AQA | Art and Design | GCSE | Art and Design

GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition

AQA | Food | GCSE | Food Preparation and Nutrition

Level 2 Tech Award in Art and Design Practice

Art and Design Practice 2022 | BTEC Tech Award | Pearson qualifications

BTEC TECH Award in Music Practice

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/music-practice-2022.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid-search&utm_campaign=opti_pearson_uk_btec_retention_educators_campaign_2023_pmax&gad=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhe-86eCIgAMVfD8GAB3-2QPMEAAYASAAEgJfqPD_BwE

GCSE Drama

https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/drama-2016.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid-search&utm_campaign=opti-pearson-uk-btec-results-day2023_pmax&gad=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIi6e8iuGIgAMVA8jVCh0dtw12EAAYASAAEgKkRvD_BwE

Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Award in Hospitality

Hospitality (2022) | Pearson qualifications

Level 3

A-Level Art and Design (fine art)

AQA | Art and Design | AS and A-level | Art and Design

A-Level Art and Design (photography)

AQA | Art and Design | AS and A-level | Art and Design

Philosophy, Ethics and Religion (PER)

Level 2

AQA GCSE Religious Studies A

AQA | Religious Studies | GCSE | Religious Studies A

AQA GCSE Religious Studies: Short Course

AQA | Religious Studies | GCSE | Religious Studies: Short course

AQA GCSE Citizenship Studies

AQA | Citizenship Studies | GCSE | Citizenship Studies

Level 3

AQA Religious Studies

AQA | Subjects | Religious Studies | AS and A-level

PE and Sport (including Public Services level 2 and 3)

Level 2

BTEC Level 1 / 2 Tech Award in Sport

Sport (2022) | BTEC Tech Award | Pearson qualifications

BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Leadership Through Sport

BTEC Specialist | Leadership Through Sport (L2) | Pearson qualifications

BTEC Level 1 / 2 First Award in Public Services

BTEC Firsts Public Services (2014) | Pearson qualifications

Level 3

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport

BTEC Nationals | Sport (2016) | Pearson qualifications

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Uniformed Protective Services

BTEC Nationals | Uniformed Protective Services (2020) | Pearson qualifications

Social Sciences

Level 2

Health and Social Care

Health & Social Care Technical Award (2022)

Health & Social Care (2022) | BTEC Tech Award | Pearson qualifications

Child Development

Child Development (2022) | BTEC Tech Awards | Pearson qualifications

Level 3

Health and Social Care

Health & Social Care National, Extended Certificate (2016)

BTEC Nationals | Health and Social Care (2016) | Pearson qualifications

Sociology

AQA

Certificate wjec.co.uk/umbraco/surface/blobstorage/download?nodeId=4750

Diploma wjec.co.uk/umbraco/surface/blobstorage/download?nodeId=4752

Psychology

A Level Psychology (2016)

AQA | Psychology | AS and A-level | Psychology

Law

Applied Law (2017) Extended certificate

BTEC Nationals | Applied Law (2017) | Pearson qualifications

Revision Materials

Exams Information

Being organised for GCSE and A Level exams is crucial for several reasons:

For GCSE and A Level exams, students typically need the following equipment:

Key dates

Information for Candidates

Examination Board Information for GCSE, BTEC and A Level

Level 2

GCSE maths (Edexcel)

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

Level 2

Level 3

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