Examinations 2025-2026

Students who choose a CTEC pathway sit public examinations in year 12 and 13. A-level subjects sit public examinations at the end of year 13.

In some courses, students will complete NEAs, which are examined tasks completed during the course. These assessments are similar to coursework in many ways and give students an opportunity to show what they know about a certain topic or area of a given subject.

However, NEA is different from coursework by having controls which determine how and where students complete their assessments and what resources they may use. These controls mean that:

• all students complete their assessments in the same way
• assessments are fairer and more reliable
• students get the marks they deserve

We believe it is important for students to experience formal exams throughout their time at HRSF. These summative assessments to support them in consolidating their knowledge and understanding and applying this to exam style questions.

We provide support for students in developing revision skills and study skills to enable them to be confident preparing for exams and be successful.

Our Exams Officer is Jayne Tether, who can be contacted at J.Tether@HarrisRainhamSixthForm.org.uk. Our examination policy documents can be found under 'Teaching and Learning'.