Exam Information
GCSE Exams
Year 11 students sit their GCSE (or equivalent) Examinations in May and June. Individual timetables will be issued to students following the February half-term 2026.
Results Day is on Thursday 20th August 2026. Students are invited to collect their results from school on the day.
Year 11 Mock Exams
Year 11 mock examinations will take place in January 2026. The normal school timetable will operate for Year 11, with students sitting their exams in the Sports Hall during the course of the day, as appropriate.
Contact Information
The school Exams Officer is Mrs Hemmings, who is the point of contact for all matters relating to the examinations undertaken by students.
Mrs Hemmings can be contacted on 0161 338 2193 or on by emailing - exams@westhillschool.co.uk
West Hill School examination policies available on request include:
- The West Hill School Exams Contingency Policy
- NEA Policy
- Internal Assessment for External Qualifications Appeals Procedure
Revision Hints and Tips
To help our students feel more confident during their exam time, we have produced a ‘Guide to Exams’ booklet.
Information included in
this document includes practical information about timetables, equipment required and what to do in the event of an emergency. Important information from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) is also included in this booklet.
Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) -
Information for Candidates
Students must read through the information in the table below. Hard copies are available from the Exams Officer on request.
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| Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Assessments | Non-examination Assessments | |
