--- title: "GCSE Examination Information" url: "https://www.sirwilliamstanier.co.uk/curriculum/gcse-examination-information" school: "Sir William Stanier School" --- # GCSE Examination Information - GCSE Examinations - Access Arrangements - GCSE Examination Results Day - Post Results Information # Key Stage 4 External Examinations ## GCSE Examinations at Sir William Stanier School GCSE examinations mark the culmination of Key Stage 4 and play an important role in pupils’ progression to post-16 education, apprenticeships and future careers. At Sir William Stanier School, we are committed to ensuring that all examinations are conducted fairly, securely and in line with national regulations. --- ## Accredited Examination Centre We are an accredited examination centre and follow all guidance set by the **Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ)**. This ensures that: - Examinations are administered securely - National regulations are followed - Access arrangements are applied appropriately - Pupils are treated fairly and consistently --- ## Supporting Pupils for Success Our staff work closely with pupils to ensure they are well prepared for external examinations. This includes: - Structured revision guidance - Mock examinations - Access to past papers and exam practice - Intervention and support sessions - Appropriate access arrangements where required We aim to create a calm and supportive environment that helps pupils approach examinations with confidence. --- ## Exam Timetables The full GCSE examination timetable is published nationally each year. Individual pupil timetables are issued after the Easter holidays, in advance of the examination period. Families and students are encouraged to review these carefully and ensure pupils are available for all scheduled examinations. Further information, including updates and key guidance, will be shared with pupils and parents at the appropriate time during the academic year. --- ## Further Information If you require additional information about examinations, access arrangements or exam procedures, please contact the school’s Examinations Officer. ### JCQ Exam Information JCQ Preparing to sit your exams Updated on 07/09/2026 138 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/JCQ-Preparing-to-sit-your-exams-26-27.pdf) JCQ Unauthorised items poster Updated on 07/09/2026 1.24 MB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/2026-Unauthorised-Items-poster_FINAL.pdf) JCQ Warning to Candidates poster Updated on 07/09/2026 247 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/JCQ-Warning-to-candidates-2026_FINAL.pdf) JCQ Information for Candidates: Written Examinations Updated on 07/09/2026 157 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/IFC-Written_Examinations_2026_FINAL.pdf) JCQ Information for Candidates: Coursework Assessments Updated on 07/09/2026 153 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/IFC-Coursework_Assessments_2026_FINAL.pdf) JCQ Information for Candidates: Using Social Media and Examinations/Assessments Updated on 07/09/2026 452 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/JCQ-Social-Media-Infographic-v6.pdf) JCQ Information for Candidates: AI (Artificial Intelligence and Assessments) Updated on 07/09/2026 579 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/sir-william-stanier-school/files/documents/IFC_AI_Assessments.pdf) ## Our Commitment Sir William Stanier School is committed to ensuring equitable access to examinations for all pupils. Access arrangements are put in place to remove barriers to assessment for pupils with additional needs, including SEND, medical conditions or specific learning difficulties. All arrangements are implemented in line with **Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ)** regulations and the **Equality Act 2010**. --- ## What Are Access Arrangements? Access arrangements are adjustments made before examinations to reduce substantial disadvantage, without giving an unfair advantage or compromising the integrity of the assessment. They must reflect a pupil’s **normal way of working** in school. Examples may include: - Extra time - Reader or computer reader - Scribe - Word processor - Rest breaks - Modified papers --- ## How Decisions Are Made Access arrangements are considered based on: - Teacher evidence - Standardised assessments - Prior attainment data - Evidence of normal way of working - External professional advice (where appropriate) Private reports may contribute to the evidence base but do not automatically entitle a pupil to an arrangement. All approved arrangements are held on file and may be inspected by awarding bodies. --- ## Further Information The full **Access Arrangements and other relevant policies** are available in the Policies section of our website: [Sir William Stanier School Policies - View Here](https://sir-william-stanier-school.schudio.com/about-us/policies) For further information, please contact the SENDCo or Access Arrangements Coordinator. #### **EXAMINATION RESULTS DAY -** All examination results can be collected **from the Atrium between 9.00 am and 11.00 am.** Please enter the school by the main Reception on the morning of results day. There will be subject staff, Heads of Year and members of the Senior Leadership Team on hand for support and advice. If you are unable to collect your results in person, and you would like to nominate someone else to collect your results on your behalf, please email the Exams Officer **by** . The nominated person must bring some form of ID on results day to collect the results. 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