Pupils & Parents

Exams Office

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At the King David High School, Manchester, we strive for academic excellence and continuous improvement across all phases of learning. This page provides up-to-date information on our examination performance, examination procedures, policies and contact details to ensure transparency and support for students and parents. 

Exam Boards

Our external examinations are conducted in accordance with the specifications and regulations of recognised UK exam boards. For example:

• AQA

• Cambridge OCR

• Edexcel/ Pearson

• WJEC

(Individual subject details are available on departmental curriculum pages.)

Parents and students can view current specifications and assessment materials directly on the exam boards’ websites.

Exam Policies and Procedures

We publish a range of policies related to examinations:

• Exams Policy – outlines roles, responsibilities and conduct expectations

• Access Arrangements Policy – explains how statutory SEND arrangements are identified and applied

• Special Consideration Policy – sets out arrangements for unforeseen circumstances

• Appeals/ Reviews of Marking Policy – explains how to request post-results services

• Malpractice Policy – describes conduct expectations and sanctions

All policies are compliant with current regulations and guidance from the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).

These documents can be downloaded from the Policies section of the school website or requested from the Exams Office.

Timetables and Key Dates

Public examination periods typically take place:

• GCSE examinations: May — June (Year 11)

• A Level and Level 3 examinations: May — June (Year 13)

Students are issued personalised timetables in advance of exams by the Exams Office. Mock examination schedules are published separately each academic year. For more information please see the school calendar.

Results & Post-Results Information

Release of results: 

GCSE results will be released on Thursday 19th August 2027.

A Level results and Level 3 Diploma results will be released on Thursday 12th August 2027.

Post-results services:

If you wish to request a review of marking, an appeal or access to scripts, please contact the Exams Office by the published deadline (these dates are available each year alongside results communications).

Certificates:

Certificates are issued in the Autumn term following results.

Official Performance Tables

For the full, official performance data published by the Department for Education (England), please consult the government school performance service:

Key Stage 4: GCSE - https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/137309/the-king-david-high-school/secondary

Post-16: https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/137309/the-king-david-high-school/16-to-18/advanced-level-qualifications  

Contact the Exams Office

If you have any questions relating to examinations, timetables, results or access arrangements, please contact Mrs J Hipkiss:

Email: j.hipkiss@kdhs.co.uk 

Phone: 0161 740 7248

Address: The King David High School, Manchester, M8 5DY