November GCSE exams are just around the corner!
Please see the timetable for the exams below, along with important information.
Timetable
| Exam | Date | Start time | Duration |
| English (paper 1) | 3 November 2026 | 9:30am | 1h 55m |
| English (paper 2) | 5 November 2026 | 9:30am | 1h 55m |
| Maths (paper 1) | 4 November 2026 | 9:30am | 1h 30m |
| Maths (paper 2) | 6 November 2026 | 9:30am | 1h 30m |
| Maths (paper 3) | 9 November 2026 | 9:30am | 1h 30m |
Important information
Arrival/late arrival
Please arrive ready to register for your exam from 9am. Candidates arriving late will only be allowed into the exams room up to 30 minutes after the start of the examination.
Exam entry emails
Ensure you have read and understood your exam entry email. It will include any access arrangements, your exam room location and your seat number.
Equipment
The following items are permitted into the exam room – clear water bottle, a clear pencil case (which can include, black ink pens, pencils, highlighters, ruler, protractor, compass) and a calculator.
Unauthorised items
Must be left outside of the exam room. Examples of unauthorised items include devices (mobile phones, watches, EarPods, smart glasses and tablets), and any form of notes.
If you are found with any unauthorised materials or devices this will result in disqualification.
Malpractice
If any of the following rules are broken the Exams Officer has a duty to report the suspected, alleged or actual malpractice to the awarding exams body immediately. So please take the time to read and understand the expectations during your exams.
You’ve got this 💪
Exams can feel stressful, but a little preparation goes a long way.
Check out our Exam season survival guide below for practical revision tips, wellbeing advice and ways to feel more confident ahead of your exams.
Parents and carers can also read our parent guide packed with advice on supporting young people through exam season – from revision stress to motivation, sleep and keeping calm at home.
