Coping with exam stress
With mock exam season just around the corner, we urge all parents and carers to familiarise themselves with the guide below on how to cope with exam stress and support your children in this
November Mock Exams
The Year 11 mock examinations are an integral part of our year 11 journey process. These mock exams provide an opportunity for both students and teachers to assess the progress students have made in their respective subjects. They help identify strengths and areas that may require additional attention.
Mock exams simulate the conditions of the final exams, allowing students to become familiar with the format, timing, and expectations, which can help alleviate anxiety when it comes to the actual exams. The results of these mock exams will provide valuable feedback to both students and teachers. This feedback will be used to tailor our teaching methods and support strategies to better meet the needs of individual students.
How can you help at home
To further support your child’s success during this period, I would like to offer the following suggestions for parents/guardians:
Encourage a Balanced Routine | Quiet Space to Work | Emotional Support | Stay Informed
Please remember that these mock examinations are a learning opportunity for your child, and the results will help guide their preparation for the final exams. It’s essential that we focus not only on the outcomes but also on the learning process itself.
November Mock Examinations Timetable
Week 1 (week beginning: 13/11/23)
Week 1 Master Classes
(8-8:30am)
- Monday: N/A
- Tuesday: Maths
- Wednesday: English
- Thursday: Statistics P1
- Friday: History
Monday 13/11/23
Time: P2-P5
Subject: Art, 3D Design and Photography
Length: All Day
Tuesday 14/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Maths paper 1 (non-calculator)
Length: 1 hour 30
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Science – Biology
Length: 1 hour 15
Wednesday 15/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: English literature paper 2
Length: 2 hour 15
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Geography
Length: 1 hour 30
Thursday 16/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: H&C, Drama and H&F
Length: 1 hour 20, 1 hour 45 and 1 hour 30
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Statistics paper 1
Length: 1 hour 30
Friday 16/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: History
Length: 2 hours
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Maths paper 2 (calculator)
Length: 1 hour 30
Week 2 (week beginning: 20/11/23)
Week 2 Master Classes
(8-8:30am)
- Monday: English
- Tuesday: Maths
- Wednesday: N/A
- Thursday: Computer Science & Citizenship
- Friday: Computer Science & Citizenship
Monday 20/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: English Language
Length: 1 hour 45
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Media
Length: 1 hour 30
Tuesday 21/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Maths paper 3 (calculator)
Length: 1 hour 30
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Science – Chemistry
Length: 1 hour 15
Wednesday 22/11/23
Time: P2-P5
Subject: Art, 3D Design and Photography
Length: All day (until 3pm)
Thursday 23/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Computer Science paper 1 and Citizenship paper 1
Length: 1 hour 45 and 1 hour
Time: P4-P5
Subject: DIT and Spanish – writing
Length: 1 hour and 1 hour 15
Friday 24/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Computer Science paper 2 and Citizenship paper 2
Length: 1 hour 45 and 1 hour
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Enterprise
Length: 1 hour
Week 3 (week beginning: 27/11/23)
Week 3 Master Classes
(8-8:30am)
- Monday: Spanish
- Tuesday: Statistics P2
Monday 27/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Spanish – Reading and Listening
Length: 1 hour 30 (foundation tier) and 2 hours (higher tier)
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Spanish – Speaking
Length: All afternoon
Tuesday 28/11/23
Time: P2-P3
Subject: Statistics paper 2
Length: 1 hour 30
Time: P4-P5
Subject: Science – Physics
Length: 1 hour 15