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Public exams can be a stressful time for students and parents/carers and it is important that all those involved are as well informed as possible. The school will make every effort to ensure that our students receive the best possible preparation for their exams, that the administrative arrangements run smoothly, and that exams are conducted in a way that will cause as little stress as possible and help our students achieve their best.
If you are taking your GCSE, BTEC, AS or A-level exams this summer, be sure to take a look at our Candidate Exam Handbook, which will tell you everything you need to know about the exams process.
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via email:
exams@bulmershe.wokingham.sch.uk
Important Things to Remember:
Read the front of the exam or assessment paper carefully and check that you’ve got the right paper - ask if you’re not sure.
Fill in your details on the front of the answer booklet when you are told to do so.
Do not open the question paper until you are instructed to do so.
Raise your hand and wait for an invigilator or member of staff, if you:
- are unsure about anything
- need additional answer sheets – don’t forget to write your details on these answer sheets too
- need the toilet or feel unwell
For the full guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/student-checklist/student-checklist
Exams Timetables
GCSE Summer 2025 Exam Timetable
A-Level GCE, Btec and Vocational Summer 2025 Exam Timetable
Year 10 and Year 12 Mock Exam Timetables
Once the GCSE and A-level exams are finished, the auditorium will be hosting mock exams for year 10s and 12s.
Year 12 Mock exams start on Thursday 19th June - Thurs 26th June - Year 12 Mock Exam Timetable
Year 10 Mock exams start on Friday 27th June - Monday 7th July - Year 10 Mock Exam Timetable
Exam Timetable Clashes - What Parents Need to Know
If your child is entered for two or more exams scheduled at the same time, please don’t worry – we will arrange for one of the exams to be moved to a different session or a different day.
Every student will receive a personalised exam timetable, which will clearly show the confirmed dates and times for each of their exams, including any adjusted arrangements due to timetable clashes.
Due to the number of students and the complexity of timetables, we’re unable to confirm exact details of exam clash arrangements in advance. We kindly ask parents and students to wait for the personalised exam timetable, which will explain everything clearly.
Student Checklist
Before the day of your exam of assessment
Make sure you know:
- the date, start time and location of the exam or assessment – is it in the morning or the afternoon and what time do you need to arrive by?
- if you are permitted or required to take any specialist equipment with you and have that ready
- who you need to contact at your school or college in case there’s an emergency and you will be late, or can’t sit your exam or assessment
On the day of your exam or assessment
What you can take in:
- a clear pencil case
- two or more black pens – blue pens are not acceptable for exams or written assessments
- any specialist equipment you will need or are required to bring in – this may include a ruler, maths set and an approved calculator, if relevant for your exam or assessment (including practicals)
- a transparent drink bottle if you wish and if permitted by your school or college – this must not have any labels
What you can’t take in :
- your mobile phone
- any type of watch – this includes analogue, digital or smartwatches
- iPads, iPods, Fitbits, MP3 or MP4 players
- revision notes - (although you should check exact requirements with your teachers as prior research might be permitted for certain VTQ assessments)
Your school or college will advise you of the arrangements for safekeeping of these items while you are sitting your exam or assessment.
Important Information from JCQ
Please make yourself familiar with the following rules from The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ):
Information for Candidates Written Examinations
Information for Candidates using Social Media
Information for Candidates Privacy Notice
Information for Candidates Non Examination Assessments
Information for Candidates Coursework Assessments
JCQ Rules on AI
Exam Policies
Leaving the Examination Room Policy
Managing Behaviour in Exams Policy
Bulmershe School Exam Boards - By Subject
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3-D Design |
AQA |
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Art and Design |
AQA |
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Biology |
AQA |
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Business Studies |
Edexcel |
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Chemistry |
AQA |
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Computer Science |
OCR |
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Digital Information Technology |
Edexcel |
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Drama |
Edexcel |
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Drama (Btec) |
WJEC |
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Economics |
OCR |
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English Language |
Edexcel |
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English Literature |
Edexcel |
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French |
AQA |
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Geography |
WJEC |
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History |
Edexcel |
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Mathematics |
OCR = Foundation Edexcel = Higher |
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Media Studies |
WJEC |
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Music |
OCR |
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Photography |
AQA |
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Physical Education |
AQA |
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Physics |
AQA |
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Psychology |
AQA |
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Religious Studies |
AQA |
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Science Combined |
AQA |
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Spanish |
AQA |
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Statistics |
Edexcel |
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Travel & Tourism |
Edexcel |