Exams - Important Information

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Carlisle College 3

Important Reminders

It is important that you check both weather forecasts and local transport prior to your exams so that you can allow plenty of time traveling to college for your exams.

 

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GCSE Summer Exams

Learners will be sitting GCSE exams for maths and/or English in the coming weeks. It is of paramount importance that all GCSE students participate in the exams so please note that maths has 3 exam components and English has 2 exam components. Students must sit ALL components if they are to be successful in these exams.

Learners who are not usually in college on the day of their exam, are expected to attend on that day to sit the exam. Learners should aim to bring all necessary equipment.

Maths Equipment Required:

· Ruler, Protractor, Pen, Pencil, Scientific Calculator and Water Bottle (must be clear with no labels).

English Equipment Required:

· Ruler, Pen, Pencil and Water Bottle (must be clear with no labels).

Learners also need to bring their college I.D cards.

GCSE Exam Dates – Summer 2026

Pearson Edexcel (England)

All exams are morning sessions. Students must arrive at the time stated on their individual timetable.

GCSE English Language

Paper 1: Thursday 21 May 2026                                   Paper 2: Friday 5 June 2026   

(1 hour 55 minutes)                                                       (1 hour 55 minutes)

GCSE Mathematics

Paper 1 (Non‑Calculator): Thursday 14 May 2026

(1 hour 30 minutes)

Paper 2 (Calculator): Wednesday 3 June 2026

(1 hour 30 minutes)

Paper 3 (Calculator): Wednesday 10 June 2026

(1 hour 30 minutes)

Students will be issued with individual exam timetables, including arrival times and rooms.

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