Posted on: 16/10/2026
Exams
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.
For any queries regarding examinations please do not hesitate to contact our Exams Officer, Mrs Knox via email: lrknox@bartholomew.epatrust.org
Examinations 2026-2027
Year 11 Mock Examinations
Wednesday 2nd December - Friday 17th December 2026
Year 13 Mock Examinations
Tuesday 5th January - Thursday 14th January 2027
Summer ExaminationsExam Boards & Specifications 2027
Home, Heritage & Community Languages (HHCL)
At Bartholomew School, we recognise and celebrate the rich linguistic diversity of our school community. Many of our students speak, read and write languages other than English, and we are proud to support students who wish to gain a formal qualification in their home, heritage or community language.
Students who are already fluent in a language that is not studied as part of the school curriculum may be eligible to take an additional GCSE or A Level. These qualifications recognise valuable language skills and can enhance a student's academic profile.
Please read the information below carefully before completing the registration form. The letter explains eligibility, expectations, costs and the registration process.
Further information: GCSE A Level Home Heritage Community Languages (HHCL)
Collection of Exam Certificates
Collection of 2025 and Historical Exam Certificates
The Summer 2025 GCSE and GCE A Level Certificates are available for collection. GCE A Level and GCSE students who have left the school can collect their certificates from reception during school hours (8.30am to 3.45pm). Current Year 12 students are able to collect their GCSE certificates from the Sixth Form Office.
If your certificates are from previous exam seasons, please contact the exams office to arrange collection.
We do not post certificates as JCQ regulations advise they are collected and signed for in person.
PLEASE NOTE: Certificates will be kept in storage for three years, if certificates are not collected by then they will be destroyed under JCQ guidelines and the cost of any replacements will be the responsibility of the candidate.
THIRD PARTY PERMISSION SLIP
If you cannot collect your certificates yourself, you can nominate a third party to do this on your behalf.
Please complete, print and sign the below Exam Certificates Third Party Permission Slip and ask your nominated person to present it to a member of staff in reception when they arrive, ensuring that they have brought along an official form of identification, such as a driver's licence.Exam Certificates Third Party Permission Slip
JCQ Notices 2026-2027
The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) is the authoritative body representing the eight largest providers of examinations in the UK. Each year they update their information for candidates taking examinations. The following guidance is applicable to all students taking examinations in 2026:2026-2027 Information for Candidates Written Examinations.2026-2027 Information for Candidates Using Social Media2026-2027 Information for Candidates Coursework Assessments2026-2027 Information for Candidates Non Examination Assessments2026-2027 On Your Exam Day Checklist2026-2027 Information for Candidates On Screen Examinations2024-2025 Information for Candidates Privacy Notice2025-2026 Information for Candidates Unauthorised Items Poster
Policies
The School has a number of examination policies which are available upon request.
