Please ensure all pupils read and understand the "Information for candidates" booklet.
Conduct and behaviour in exams
You must follow exam regulations at all times
• Be silent from the moment you enter the exam room until you leave
• Do not talk to any other pupil
• Do not turn around – you must face the front at all times
• Mobile phones and electronic devices should be switched off and placed in your bag
• Watches should be removed and placed in your bag
• Drinks bottle should be clear and not have any labels on them.
• Pencil cases must also be clear/transparent.
MOBILE PHONES AND EXAMINATIONS
The rules governing the use of mobile phones and electronic devices are very strict and a failure to observe them may result in a candidate being disqualified from a unit, subject or series of examinations. They specify that mobile ’phones, iPods, MP3/4 players, smartwatches and other potential technological/web enabled sources of information are not permitted in examinations and should not be in the possession of pupils during exams. Ordinary wrist watches are now also completely banned in exams.
We reiterate the rules very clearly to pupils in assemblies/classes etc. We also state it as the pupils walk into exams and signs are also clearly displayed in our exam venues as a further reminder. Pupils are always asked to leave their phones switched off (and other electronic devices) and place them in their bags before they enter the sports hall and other rooms used for exams. If pupils have phones that cannot be switched off, it is inadvisable to have them in school during the exam period. If pupils fail to comply with these rules or a phone is discovered on their person in the exam room, they could be disqualified from their exam or further exams depending on the severity. Phone confiscations, along with any other cases of malpractice, are reported to the exam board directly who have sole decision on the sanctions imposed.
Changing Candidates Legal Name
Candidates must use their legal forename and surname for any GCSE related work, as coursework and GCSE exam scripts are marked by external examiners. Any changes to a candidate's legal name must be done before they enter Y10.
GCSE results slips and certificates will be produced in the candidate's legal name.
If you wish to check any details regarding the legal name that our school holds for your child, please contact the Exams Officer at your earliest convenience and ensure that any paperwork is provided to our school office.
We appreciate the support of parents in ensuring that pupils comply with these regulations. If you or your child have any queries or concerns regarding exams, please email STGexams@cidari.co.uk
