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Examinations

Introduction

Oulton Academy is committed to ensuring that our students are fully briefed on the exam and assessment process in place in the centre and are aware of the required JCQ/Awarding Body Instructions and Information for Candidates.

This page aims to advise you on information you need to know about your examinations.

Examination Information

Our Examinations Officer is Mrs L Worrillow

Mrs Worrilow is responsible to administering our Mock and Public Examinations. Students, parents and carers should refer to this page for updates on examinations at KS4.

What are Pre Public Examinations (Mocks)

In Years 10 and 11, students sit Pre Public Examinations. These are internal examinations, completed under the same conditions as the official external GCSEs and are designed to provide a realistic experience and prepare scholars for approaching examination seasons.

Mock examinations are a replication of the Official Public GCSE assessments. These are an important indication of how students are getting on in all of their subjects ahead of their final GCSE’s.

In order to accurately intervene and support students in the most appropriate way, their teachers need an accurate picture of where they are in their knowledge, skills and understanding. This is why we really encourage our students and their parents/carers, to take Mock exams seriously.

Key Contacts

Head of Centre – Mr J Higgins

Assistant Principal – Mr A Houghton (Exams Link)

Examinations Officer – Mrs L Worrillow

SENCO – Mr C Williams

Examination Boards

Oulton Academy uses the following exam boards:

Exam Information & Important Documents 2023-24