GCSE Exams 2026

The first written exam for Y11 pupils (see exam calendar below) is on May 7th (although there are many performance and speaking exams before this date). AM morning exam start time is 9:00am and PM afternoon exam start time is 13:30pm. Details especially for Language speaking exams, Food, Art & performance exams (Music, Drama & Dance) will be provided by the teachers concerned.

The last exam for Y11 pupils is on the 16th of June although contingency times are set aside by exam boards. Contingency times are for any local or national issue which has interrupted the regular exam timetable. The last contingency day is 24th June, and pupils are advised to be available.

Each pupil is supported through the GCSE entry process and the exam period by a back-up team of staff which includes the Exams Officer, their Guidance Manager, tutors and subject teachers.

Any exam issues should be brought to the attention of Mr. Stewart (Exams Officer on j.stewart@toynbee.hants.sch.uk) or, if subject related to the relevant Head of Department as soon as possible.

GCSE results day is Thursday August 20th, 2026. The usual arrangements for collecting GCSE results are for pupils to arrive at Toynbee from 09:30am until 11:00am. On results day pupils will receive their statement of results (collect from the pavilion) and a pack of advice on what steps to take next. Senior staff, teachers and the exam officer will be available on the morning to provide advice.