Examinations Information

Welcome to Exams, where you will find key information about upcoming exams including; important dates, timetables, regulations and helpful resources for revision.

We recognise that exams are important milestones in your educational journey, helping to assess your understanding and progress. However, it’s important to remember that they form just one part of your overall learning experience.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way, offering tips and guidance to help you approach your exams with confidence.

Mrs Alcock (Exams Officer) - galcock@newcastle.windsoracademytrust.org.uk

PPE Exams

To help prepare our pupils for their external examinations, we offer lots of support through our PPEs (Pre-Public Examinations). These exams will be taking place in the Hall, alongside some smaller rooms where necessary. These exams are designed to allow our pupils to experience how the external examinations will be run, and therefore the same regulations apply (please see the JCQ links underneath for further detail).

Year 11 PPE Exams

Tuesday 24th February - Friday 6th March 2026

Year 11 PPE timetable 2026

Year 10 PPE Exams

Monday 20th April - Tuesday 28th April 2026

Year 10 PPE timetable April 2026

GCSE Summer 2026 Examination Timetable

Please find below the summer examination timetable for Newcastle Academy, as provided by the awarding bodies.

GCSE Exam Timetable Summer 2026

Regulations and Guidance

Please find below important information regarding external examinations from JCQ:

JCQ Information for Candidates

JCQ Information for Candidates - Coursework

JCQ Information for Candidates - On Screen Assessments

JCQ Warning to Candidates

JCQ Unauthorised Items Poster

JCQ Social Media Infographic

JCQ Information regarding the process of Access Arrangements

Revision Support and Resources

Revision Techniques

Year 11 Parents Examination Guide Summer 2025

Online resources:

FREE Revision Resources | SATs, KS3, GCSE & A level Revision – Collins

Study Rocket — free Exam-Specific A-level & GCSE Revision Content

The ultimate GCSE exam revision support for 2025 - BBC Bitesize

Learn how to learn - GCSEPod

GCSE Subjects - Over 800 Quizzes to Play and Enjoy (educationquizzes.com)

Subject Information