Whether you can’t wait to do it or you’re absolutely dreading it, the GCSE English speaking presentation is a part of your English language GCSE. However, what you might be wondering is whether or not it is compulsory and whether the consequences of not doing …
Coursework vs Exams: What’s Easier? (Pros and Cons)
Coursework and exams are two different techniques used to assess students on certain subjects. Both of these methods can seem like a drag when trying to get a good grade, as they both take so many hours of work! However, is it true that one …
GCSE Exams: What are You Allowed to Bring? (Calculator, Pen, etc)
With the transition of students to Year 11, there is the inevitable pressure of exams on the horizon. Undoubtedly, this brings with it nervousness for exams of such a huge scale – after all, this is the first time almost all pupils experience such crucial …
How To Find Your Exam Centre Number
As if exams themselves aren’t stressful enough, there are lots of logistical things to consider as well. One of the terms you may hear during exam season is your centre number. This is simply a unique number used to identify each school, college or other …
How Many Mock Exams Are There In Year 11?
To prepare students for their GCSEs, teachers are required to set mock exams. These mocks may not seem important, as they are not the real GCSE exams, right? However, they are still an essential part of the preparation process for GCSEs, as they allow students …
How Many GCSE Exams Do Students Have To Take? (By Subject)
The GCSE exam period is a tough time for most students. This is because you are required to learn so much content, from completely different subjects. As a result, it can be overwhelming when you find out how many exams you actually have to take! …
What Happens if a GCSE or A-Level Paper is Leaked?
If you have done formal exams before, you’ll be aware of the strict procedures of planning and preparation that are carried out to make sure that everything runs smoothly. From having invigilators to having strict rules on what you can and what you can’t take …
How Long Should a GCSE English Speaking Presentation Be?
Most students think that the exams for GCSE English Language are just written assessments. This is true for the overall GCSE English Language grade. However, did you know there is also a separate English grade for speaking? GCSE English Language assesses students via a speaking …
How Important is the GCSE English Speaking Assessment?
Most students know that GCSE English is split into two separate qualifications. These qualifications are called GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature, presented as two separate grades. However, many students may not realise that there is another aspect to GCSE English within the GCSE …
13+ Exam Skills & Techniques From an A-Level Student
Nobody enjoys exams, but the fact remains that they are an important part of nearly every student’s experience. A-Levels are taken by thousands of students across the country each year, and as a current A-Level student, I know how stressful the whole exam season can …