Examination Information
It is the responsibility of The Hamble School to ensure all candidates are given the best possible opportunity to be successful in their examinations.
This site will provide all students with the necessary information they need before and during their timetabled examinations.
GCSE Results Day
Thursday 20 August 2026 from 10am
Results Day Documents
JCQ PRS Guidelines for Parents and Students 2026 – Download (PDF)
Appendix A: Review of Marking form – Download (Word doc.) | Download (PDF)
Appendix B: Access to Scripts consent form – Download (Word doc) | Download (PDF)
JCQ Information for Candidates
Please find below the JCQ regulations for students sitting public examinations. All students should read these notices and adhere to the rule to minimise any Malpractice incidents during the examination series.
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Examination Documents
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Information for Candidates – Written Examination | Download (PDF) |
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Information for Candidates – Coursework Assessments | Download (PDF) |
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Information for Candidates – Non-Examined Assessments | Download (PDF) |
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Information for Candidates – On-screen tests | Download (PDF) |
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Information for Candidates – Using social media and examinations/assessments | Download (PDF) |
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Information for candidates – Privacy Notice | Download (PDF) |
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On your exam day – preparing to sit your exam | Download (PDF) |
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Guidance for parents, carers and students about access arrangements | Download (PDF) |
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Warning to candidates | Download (PDF) |
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Unauthorised Items | Download (PDF) |
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AI (Artificial Intelligence and assessments) | Download (PDF) |
A few things to remember:
- Read all the “Information for Candidate” files above.
- Remember your candidate number and centre number.
- You must be in full School Uniform at all times, unless otherwise directed by SLT.
- A BLACK pen – Electronic scanners that mark the papers cannot read any other colour ink.
- Do not bring mobile phones into the exam room. If you do need to bring a phone in – please switch it off and hand it to the invigilators.
- Wrist watches, Smart Watches and bracelets should be removed and placed on your exam desk.
- Listen to all verbal instructions given by SLT or the invigilators.
- DO NOT touch the exam papers until told to do so.
- Read the front of the exam paper carefully.
- Complete the front of the exam paper with your candidate information – only when told to do so.
- All exam stationary (pens, pencils, erasers, compass, protractors etc.) to be placed in a clear pencil case.
- Do not bring in to the examination room any equipment that you do not need.
- Calculators must be lid free.
- Drinks bottles should be of clear plastic and label free.
- Keep Calm, if your mind goes blank re-read the paper slowly.
- Check through your work at the end of the exam, do not waste time.
- Please do not write on or deface the exam desks or exam cards.
- If you have borrowed any equipment, please ensure you return it to the invigilators at the end of the exam.
- If you have any problems, or feel unwell during the exam, please tell an invigilator.
- Eat a good breakfast.
Examination Policies and Procedures
The following Examination Policies confirm the procedures put in place by the school concerning examinations.
If you have a query on any of the examination policies below, please contact the Exams Officer via the Main School Reception.
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Exam Results and Appeals Process | Download (PDF) |
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Examination Contingency Plan | Download (PDF) |
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Examinations Policy | Download (PDF) |
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Internal Appeals Policy for External Qualifications | Download (PDF) |
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Internal Assessments Appeals Process – Notification Form | Download (PDF) |
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Outlining staff responsibilities – GCSE controlled assessments | Download (PDF) |
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Quality Assurance Procedure | Download (PDF) |
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Reviews of Marking – Centre Assessed Marks (Internal Procedures) | Download (PDF) |
