Examinations
Birchwood High School is committed to providing an excellent level of service to pupils and parents in the conduct and organisation of both internal and external examinations.
You will find below the most recent policies, guidance and advice to support students sitting examinations this Summer. Please contact our Examinations Officers if you have any further questions:
Lee Bothwell, Examination Officer
Karlina Korosevska, Deputy Examinations Officer
Advice For Candidates
If, at any time in the lead up to your exams, you feel like things are getting on top of you, and you need some extra support, please don’t suffer in silence. Speak to a member of staff or your parents at an early opportunity.
Don’t leave your revision to the last minute, you will give yourself the best opportunity to do your best if you are well-prepared and well rested.
Information For Candidates – Coursework
Information For Candidates – Non-Examination Assessments
Information For Candidates – On Screen Tests
Information For Candidates – Written Exams
Information For Candidates – Privacy Notice
Information For Candidates – Social Media
A Guide For Students AI and Assessments
Using A Calculator In Exams FAQ
Key Dates
Exam Dates:
- 9 May 2024 – Date of first examination on the common timetable – GCSE
- 13 May 2024 – Date of the first examination on the common timetable – A Level
- 19 June 2024 – Date of final examination on the common timetable – GCSE
- 25 June 2024 – Date of final examination on the common timetable – A Level
- 26 June 2024 – Examination contingency day – candidates must remain available until this date should an awarding body make use of its contingency plan
Results Dates:
- GCE (A Level) and Level 3 BTEC Thursday 15 August
- GCSE and Level 2 BTEC Thursday 22 August
Grade System
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GCE A Level results are: A* A B C D E (U denotes Ungraded)
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GCSE results are: 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 (9 is the highest grade, U denotes Ungraded)
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BTEC results are: D* (Distinction*) D (Distinction) M (Merit) P (Pass)
Exam Equipment
Please bring the following equipment with you for each exam:
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Clear pencil case
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Pens (black ink only)
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Pencils
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Pencil Sharpener
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Rubber
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Ruler
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Highlighter pen
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Bottle of water - clear bottle with all labels removed.
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Specific subject equipment (speak to your subject teacher to see what is allowed for each exam).
Reviewing Your Examination Results
If you are unhappy with your result or if you feel it has been marked incorrectly, you can request that the exam board review the marking of your paper.
You will need to discuss this with Mrs Bothwell, our Examination Officer, and should be aware that reviewed marks and grades can be higher, lower or remain the same. There is a fee. However, this would be reimbursed if your grade is changed as an outcome of the review.