This page provides key information for students and families about the upcoming GCSE and A Level examinations at The Elms Academy
🗓️ Start: Tuesday 5th May 2026🗓️ End: Wednesday 22nd June 2026 (Provisional)
📅 A Level: Thursday 13th August 2026📅 GCSE: Thursday 20th August 2026
Exam timetables will be published here and shared with students and parents at the start of the Summer term.
Be in school by 8:00am.
Wear full school uniform.
Bring the correct equipment: black pens, pencils, calculator, ruler, etc.
Follow all JCQ regulations on conduct, mobile phones, and watches.
To see the full student Exam Code of Conduct click here
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The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) publish a range of documents for candidates, please see the list below. Students and their parents should prepare for all public examinations and assessments by reading these documents.' Click on each heading to be taken to the document.
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