KEY DATES

Thursday 18th December - Last day of term, students dismissed at 12:05pm

Friday 19th December to Friday 2nd January - School holidays

Monday 5th January - New term begins for all students on a Week A timetable

Year 11

Year 11 Revision Information

The GCSEs are an important step in every student’s journey through secondary education.  At The Portsmouth Academy, we want to support our students to achieve the very best possible results in their GCSEs. Our Curriculum Leaders have complied a recommended list of revision resources for each of their subject areas. Download a copy of the list below.

Revision Resources and Exam Support 2025-2026

Year 11 GCSE Mock Exam Timetable - November 2025

 

 

JCQ Information for Candidates

The JCQ (Joint Council for Qualifications) publishes a series of documents containing information for candidates about GCSE coursework and exams.

To view the documents, please visit the JCQ's website: Information for Candidate Documents - JCQ Joint Council for Qualifications

TPA Exam Candidate Booklet

The TPA Exam Candidate Booklet helps guide and support students and parents through the examination process. It contains important information about exam procedures and answers frequently asked questions from students and parents. 

Click on this link to read the booklet: https://theportsmouthacademy.org.uk/site-portsmouth/assets/files/10003/tpa_exam_candidate_booklet_2025.pdf

Key Dates for Year 11

DateEvent
Mock Exams Series 1Tuesday 4th Nov 2025 to Friday 14th Nov 2025
Year 11 Progress EveningWednesday 10th December 2025
Mock Exams Series 2Mon 2nd Feb to Fri 6th Feb, Wed 11th Feb, Thu 12th Feb and Mon 23 Feb to Fri 27th Feb