Stay Informed about Your Child’s GCSE Exam Dates
As the exam season approaches, exam dates may change for each board. To stay updated, refer to the specific timetables provided by your child’s exam board. You can find direct links to these timetables in the following sections.
For certain GCSE subjects, coursework or non-exam assessments (NEAs) contribute to a student’s final grade. These assessments are usually completed earlier in the academic year and are initially assessed by teachers before being moderated by the exam boards.
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**CIE (Cambridge International Examinations)**:
Please note that the exact dates for CIE exams can vary depending on the specific subject and administrative zone.
We have provided the exam dates for the most popular GCSE subjects like Maths, English Literature, English Language, Science, and Geography from the leading exam boards. For other subjects and boards, please consult the official timetables provided by each exam board. These timetables contain all the specific dates and times for each exam, helping you stay well-prepared.
If you’re uncertain about which exam board your child is enrolled in, it’s always a good idea to verify with their school or check their textbook.
It’s crucial to consult the official IGCSE timetables provided by the respective exam boards and confirm with your child’s school for the most current information.
**Has your child already taken their mock exams?** Consider reading our article on reflecting on mock exam results for practical tips and guidance.
Helping your child prepare for their GCSE exams begins with having the right tools and strategies in place. Our blog offers a variety of articles designed to help students excel in their exams.
Encourage your child to start with a well-organized and realistic revision timetable to manage their study time effectively. Our article on creating the perfect revision timetable provides step-by-step guidance to get started. We also have an article on effective revision techniques, which explores strategies to ensure your child’s revision is productive, as well as a parents’ guide to different revision resources, which highlights the tools and materials students can use to optimize their study sessions.
In addition to our informative articles and free revision resources, PMT Education offers intensive online revision courses for a range of GCSE subjects and exam boards. These courses are designed to help students review key content and improve their exam technique. We also have a bursary scheme which offers two free places on each course for students from low-income and disadvantaged backgrounds.
If your child requires one-to-one support, our tuition platform connects you with expert tutors who can provide tailored guidance. Whether your child needs consistent help throughout the term or focused preparation ahead of exams, we’ll help you find the perfect tutor to meet their needs.
If your child is unable to attend in person on Results Day, many schools offer options to have results sent by post or email. Contact your child’s school in advance to arrange for this service.
Our parents’ guide to GCSE Results Day is filled with practical advice to help you support your child on the day and guide them through their next steps.
Whether your child is struggling with a challenging topic or wants to sharpen their exam technique, our tuition platform connects you with expert, hand-picked tutors—ready to give your child the boost they need to succeed.
GCSE exam dates are set by the individual exam boards. Each board determines its schedule for exams, ensuring they align with the overall exam season set by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). While the dates are standardized across exam boards for fairness, specific times and arrangements may vary slightly depending on your child’s school.
In the UK, there are five main exam boards that offer GCSEs and other qualifications:
– AQA
– Edexcel
– OCR
– Eduqas (a component of WJEC)
– iGCSE (Cambridge International Examinations)
Each exam board designs its own specifications and exam papers, although the content is regulated to ensure consistency across the boards.
