Dear Parents and Carers,
Your son or daughter will be completing their first Key Stage 4 mock examinations in the new year. These will run from January 12th until January 16th . From January 19th until January 23rd students will have in class assessments held by subject teachers. Students must be well prepared for these exams, as the data collected will give a strong indication of how successful they will be in their final examinations in 2027.
The timetable is:
| Monday 12th January | Tuesday 13th January | Wednesday 14th January | Thursday 15th January | Friday 16th January | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM 8:30am | English Language (1h 45m) | Maths Non-Calculator (1h 30m) | History (50m) + Geography (1h) | Separate Science Physics (1h 15m) | Spanish + French Writing + Reading (F - 1h10m + 45m) |
| PM 13.05pm | Combined Science (1h 30m)+Separate Science Biology (1h 15m) | Separate Science Chemistry (1h 15m) | English Literature (55m) | Maths Calculator (1h 30m) |
Students will be expected to attend every day in full uniform. When not in exams student will be in their normal lessons. Students must not be late as exams will start promptly and students may not get back any time they miss. If your son or daughter is running late or ill it is imperative that you contact the college attendance line to let us know.
This letter contains important details regarding intervention, revision, and key ways you can support your child at home.
Revision
Revision is a key part of academic success, helping students retain knowledge, practise exam techniques, and build confidence. Effective revision involves more than just reading through notes — the best results come from active strategies such as self-testing, using flashcards, completing past papers, and teaching topics to someone else.
Creating a structured revision timetable and breaking study into manageable chunks can also reduce stress and increase productivity. We encourage all students to begin revising early and consistently and to seek support if they are unsure how to revise effectively.
GCSE Revision Timetable
Success at GCSE requires effort and time. It is recommended that every year 10 student spends at least 1 hour a night on revision during the week and 2 hours on the weekend. This is in addition to any homework set by teachers.
If you are ambitious, consider dedicating a second hour of revision each weeknight. This timetable will allow you to focus on all your subjects, so you do not neglect any others
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subjects | Core subject | Option subject 1 | English Literature | Maths | English Language | Spanish or Health and Social | Option subject 2 |
| Where | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home |
| Subjects | Student choice | Students choice | Students choice | Students choice | Students choice | Humanities | Science |
| Where | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home | Home |
The Key Stage 4 Revision Website contains a wide range of subject-specific resources, as well as a copy of the revision timetable and helpful guides on managing stress and general wellbeing.
Expectations during the mocks
The school will follow the JCQ guidance during the examination period. These are the same rules that will apply in the final GCSE examinations. Breaking these rules will result in a sanction and may result in a paper being cancelled. Students should arrive no later than 8:25 am and have their full uniform and equipment.
Please note that any homework set during the exam period by departments should still be completed.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me at jamie.smith@blackheath.latrust.org.uk, or get in touch with your child’s college team.
Thank you for your continued support.
Mr J. Smith
Assistant Principal – Sancho College
Key Stage 4 – Raising Standards
Leigh Academy Blackheath