Mock Examinations January 2016

Information for pupils

Mackie Academy

Importance and Purpose of Mock Exams

Mackie Academy

For Pupils/Teachers/Parents• An indicator of pupils progress against exam standards• An indicator of likely success, or otherwise, in May SQA exam diet• An indicator for future progression in subjects and recommendations for

subject choice.

For SQA• Estimates require to be submitted for each pupil in each subject• Post Results Service Queries• Evidence for Exceptional Circumstances Requests

Examination Timetables & Arrangements 1

Mackie Academy

• Each pupil has an individual timetable containing their exam details.

• It is YOUR responsibility to check YOUR examination timetable to ensure that YOU turn up on the correct days and times – be outside exam room 15 mins in advance.

• Check that YOUR exam timetable includes all the subjects you expect to see and at the correct level.

• Not all subjects at all levels have an exam (i.e. Nat 5 PE, Nat 5 Practical Woodworking, AH Drama) – if you are in doubt check with your class teacher first.

• Individual practical assessments for Music, Languages and Hospitality do not appear on individual timetables. They will be available on notice boards early next week and on school website.

Examination Timetables & Arrangements 2

Mackie Academy

• Specialist equipment – class teachers will make you aware of any equipment that you are expected to have with you, i.e. ruler/calculator/compasses – make sure you have it with you on the appropriate day.

• Seat Numbers – check notice board on day of exam – will be different from what is on your individual timetable in most cases.

• Additional Arrangements – extra time / ICT

• Rooms in use – Hall, Common Room, G1, B3, QR1, QR2, QR3,

• Any problems – speak to Mr Sim as soon as possible – DO NOT leave it until the day of the exam to get it sorted!

Classes & Attendance

Mackie Academy

• Classes generally continue to run and be supervised throughout the exam period.

• Use of class time determined by class teachers – can be used for internal assessment catch-up, individual or small group support, revision for exams.

• Time will be allowed either after or before exams for pupils to have break / lunch.

• Pupils with two subject exams on same day not expected to attend classes that day.

• Any problems – speak to Mr Sim as soon as possible – DO NOT leave it until the day of the exam to get it sorted!

Examination Room Rules 1

Mackie Academy

• No Bags, books, folders allowed in exam room

• No mobile phones or other electronic devices are allowed in exam room – this includes ‘smart’ watches.

• Uniform as normal

• Bottled water only during an examination - the bottle must remain under your seat.

• You must remain silent in the examination room until the end of the exam.

• Communication of any kind may be regarded as cheating and may result in papers not being marked. You must not attempt to talk to or pass notes or have any communication with any other pupil.

Examination Room Rules 2

Mackie Academy

• Follow the instructions of the examination Invigilators

• Exam guidelines as in your booklet & SQA website.

• Behave in a manner that gives you and all your classmates the best opportunity to succeed.

• Toilets – go before the start – toilet breaks are not permitted.

• Some exams in the same room finish at different times – you must leave as quietly as possible when you are instructed to by the invigilator.

Absence & Disruptions

Mackie Academy

• If you are ill or will miss an examination for any other reason you must contact the school as soon as possible on the day of absence – 01569 762071

• Leave the message for Mr Sim and if possible give an indication of when you may be able to return.

• If school has to close (due to weather?) that days exams will be postponed and moved onto the end of the exam period.