FAQs for GCSEs, Exams & How We Will Make Sure Your Child's Class is Right for Them
we do edexcel igcses
Do you cover GCSEs?
Yes! We cover the IGCSEs which is the same thing BUT it doesn't include coursework
It's still done by the same company that does GCSEs (Edxecel)
It's still accepted by all colleges and sixth forms
It's just a lot easier and less stressful for a child to do IGCSEs when learning online
we keep a close eye on all of our students, because we care
How will you assess my child?
We regularly assess your child and keep you informed of their current attainment level
This will help reduce their exam anxiety when it final comes to sitting their papers
You will then have enough knowledge to work out if you want your child to sit their exams soon or if you would like to wait a bit until their scores and understanding improve
we have fantastic gcse results
What are your GCSE results?
Currently we have achieved 100% pass rate of all students sitting IGCSE exams with us
We communicate regularly to our parents and students honestly about where their child's performance is at, so we will only reccommend you to sit the exam when we feel they are ready for it
Also note we have only been open for 3 years so we imagine as the years go by this number might get lower but we will always work hard to keep this number as close to 100% as possible
your child can take their gcses at a time that suits them
When does my child have to sit their exams?
There are 2 sittings a year for the IGCSEs, these are Summer and Winter
You do not have to sit them when your child turns 16
You can choose to sit them earlier, later or whenever you feel your child is ready
Your child can choose to do a couple of GCSEs a year rather than committing to doing 8 in one go
we will keep you in the loop
What will you do if they need extra help?
We will first raise this with you (the parent) as a concern
We will then work with you to establish the best route to support your child, this could be additional homework, private tuition or additional lessons (at a lower year group to fill in missed knowledge)
tailored learning at a comfortable pace
How will you make sure my child is getting the level of learning they need in class?
Our teachers are experts in lesson matter differentiation, this means they will ensure that everyone in the class has work that is appropriate for their ability
Your child may also be given additional homework and extension tasks to ensure they have enough work to challenge/stretch them
we will help guide you through the whole exam process
What do I do about exam centres?
No need to worry, we will be here to guide you the whole way
We will help you find the best test centre that works for your child in terms of location and centre size
All you need to do is pay for the exam and make sure your child is at the test centre on time
We will communicate with you when we feel your child is ready to book their exams in