Examinations Information | Newcastle Academy

Examinations Information | Newcastle Academy
Newcastle Academy, Gallowstree Lane, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 2QS
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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
Student Examination Handbook
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
Subject
Exam Board
Specification
Art
OCR
J171
Creative iMedia
OCR
J817
Drama
AQA
8261
English Language
AQA
8700
English Literature
AQA
8702
Film Studies
WJEC
C670QS
French
Pearson
1FR1
Geography
AQA
8035
Health & Social Care
Pearson
RHS3
History
Pearson
1HI1
Hospitality & Catering
WJEC
5409
Maths
Pearson
1MA1
Photography
OCR
J173
Science
AQA
8464
Sport
Pearson
RSP3
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