There are six exams-based policies which every school must have in place this academic year in order to conduct exams efficiently, effectively and in line with regulations.
Although these policies are only required for exams delivered by awarding organisations which come under the jurisdiction of the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) – AQA, OCR, Pearson, WJEC, CCEA and City & Guilds – it is good practice that they are in place for all examinations undertaken in your centre.
It is the responsibility of the head of centre and the senior leadership to ensure that exams are delivered in line with Ofqual and JCQ requirements. They should also ensure that these policies reflect practice in their centre and, ideally, are updated on an annual basis. As with many statutory policies, they should also be agreed with governors. The following policies are required for JCQ inspection purposes:
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