Bishop Challoner Parent Letter
Wednesday, 12th November 2025
GRADE INDICATOR WEEK: 24th November – 5th DECEMBER 2025 (Year 11)
From Monday 24th November 2025, all students will be sitting their first Grade Indicator exams (mock exams). The purpose of these exams is to measure the progress your child has made since the start of their GCSE courses. They also provide an important opportunity to prepare for the formal exams at the end of the academic year.
The school day will start at the usual time of 8.20am. During the registration period, students will make their way to the exam hall where they will leave their bags and take only required equipment.
After morning exams students will go straight to break. After break students will make their way to Lesson 3 and 4, as normal. During Lesson 4 students will make their way to the canteen for lunch and should remain there until they are sent to the exam hall for their second exam.
Timings of the Day:
8.20am - 9.00am: Registration for Exam 1
9.00am - 10.30am: Exam 1
10.45am - 1.10am: Break
11.10am - 2.10pm: Lesson 3
12.10pm - 12.50pm: Lesson 4 into lunch
12.50pm - 3.00pm: Exam 2 into Lesson 5 or dismissal
Please see the final examination timetable for your child below. In addition, these are answers to some frequently asked questions:
Do the students have study leave?
No. Students will attend lessons between their exams where they will have an opportunity to revise for the next exam supervised by their classroom teacher.
What equipment does my child need?
All students should have a black pen, pencil and ruler. These may be brought in in a clear plastic pencil case. Please ensure your child has a scientific calculator, protractor and compass as these are also required for some exams such as Mathematics and Science.
Students are not allowed electronic devices such as mobile phones, earphones or digital watches. If they are found to have them in their possession this will lead to disqualification and confiscation.
If your child wants to bring a water bottle it must be clear plastic with no label. Students that fail to bring the correct equipment may be disadvantaged as we will not be providing spare equipment to them. This is to ensure students get into the routine of being organised and ready for their public exams next year.
What if my child is ill?
If your child is ill, please follow the usual school procedures and phone the school on 0207 0791 9500.
We wish your child every success in their Grade Indicator Exams and thank you for your continued support.
Yours faithfully,
Mr A Fernando
Deputy Headteacher – Curriculum & Assessment
Ms T Harrison
Head of Year 11
