Examinations

1. Arrive 15 mins to 30 mins prior to the start of the exam. Refrain from bringing mobile phones, watches, MP3/4 players and/or any type of electronic communication or storage device into the exam room. If found in possession during an examination (even if it is turned off) we are obliged to report the infringement to the awarding body.
2. IDs must be placed face up on the exam table next to the seat number so that the invigilator can check them without disturbing students.
3. Water bottles must be clear of any markings or labels.
4. Ensure you have all the correct equipment before your exams. For Mathematics and Science exams, students should ensure their calculators conform to examinations regulations. The cover should be removed and left with your possessions. ENSURE YOU HAVE NEW BATTERIES.
5. Do not draw graffiti or write offensive comments on examination papers – if you do the examination board may refuse to accept your paper.
6. Please do not write on examination desks. This is regarded as vandalism and you will be asked to pay for the repair/ cleaning.
7. Students are expected to behave in a respectful manner towards all invigilators and follow their instructions at all times.
8. As most of the exams are quite long or you might have more than one exam in one day, it is advisable that you have a snack and a bottle of water (without the label)  with you. Please note you cannot eat in the exam hall but you are allowed a bottle of water.

Summer 2025 Exam Certificates

If you were unable to attend the Celebration evening, please collect your certificates from the school reception from 27th November onwards between 11am to 4:00pm

The school is only required to keep your certificates for a year, so it is very important that you collect your certificates on time. All certificate collections must be signed for by the recipient. 

If you are an ex-student, please make sure you bring a valid photo ID when collecting your certificates.  If you are unable to attend in person you can nominate a third party to do so on your behalf. Please email the exams officer on exams@copthall.barnet.sch.uk with your third party details. When collecting, the named third party must have a valid ID with them that will be the same as the ID details mentioned in your email. We also need a letter from you giving permission that will contain your signature, and a copy of your photo ID with your signature.

Previous Years Certificates

The school is only required to keep your certificates for a year, so it is very important that you collect them on time.

Certificates for Academic Year 2022/2023 and 2023/2024

These certificates can be collected from reception by request only. You must email exams@copthall.barnet.sch.uk with your request and it will be made available at reception between 9am to 3:30 pm (term time only). Valid photo identification must be provided on collection and all certificate collections must be signed by the recipient. If you are unable to collect in person, you can give permission to a representative to do so on your behalf by including their details and your consent in your request email. The named representative must have a valid ID with them that will be the same as the ID details mentioned in your email.

Certificates for Academic Year 2021/2022 and prior

These certificates have now been destroyed. Copies are available from the exam boards at a cost and can take up to 8 weeks for receipt. Please contact the individual exam boards. Below are the contact details for the exam boards.

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