Examinations

Information for Candidates

The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) provides information which is intended for all candidates undertaking any formal qualifications in the UK. The rules outlined in these documents are set by the JCQ on behalf of the 7 largest providers of qualifications in the UK. St Cuthbert's Catholic High School strictly adheres to the rules; we highly advise students familiarise themselves with them so as not to jeopardise their grades. The guidance provided by the JCQ gives students a clear indication of what is proper conduct with regards to written exams, coursework and other forms of assessment as well as how certain behaviour on social media may have a negative outcome.

The following Information for candidates are issued to us by the Joint Council for Qualifications CIC. All KS4 students (in Years 10 and 11) will be asked by their Form Tutor and Head of Year to confirm that they have read and understood the following documentation:

Exam Room Posters - KS4 students should familiarise themselves with the following posters displayed in exam rooms:

Downloads

Supporting your child through their exams - a useful guide for parents and carers
Coping with exam pressure - a useful guide for students
KS4 Examination Guidance for Students and Parents 2021
Student Exam Checklist
Appeals against Internal Assessment of Work
Cyber Security Policy 2021-2022

Collection of Examination Results and Certificates

UPDATED 13/11/2023

Summer 2023 GCSE/BTEC certificates are now ready for students to collect from school. Please arrange to collect at the end of the school day between 3 - 4pm, Monday-Thursday and 3-3:30pm on Fridays.

IMPORTANT

If a student cannot attend school to collect their certificates in person, a parent/carer may do so on their behalf. However, the student must have provided written authorisation for us to do this. This can be submitted in advance to the Exams Officer or be brought in by the parent/carer on the day. Requests can also be emailed to us at hello@stcuthberts.com

Uncollected certificates will be stored for 1 year, after which they will be destroyed – please ensure collection to avoid being faced with the problem of proving qualifications at some point in the future.

PLEASE ENSURE ALL CERTIFICATES ARE STORED SAFELY; they are often required for applications to colleges/employment opportunities for many years in the future!