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Online Exams

Student accessing our online school from home and attending her virtual lesson.

Online exams can be taken for some of the Pearson Edexcel subjects, and they have only recently been made available, so the subjects offered are currently limited. However, we expect the subjects available to expand next year.

Online exams are available on-screen and paper-based, depending on the subject; both variations can be taken from home. Sitting exams online can help alleviate some of the stress students feel when sitting their exams, as the environment is more comfortable.

How do online exams work?

Online exams require students to have access to three separate devices: a computer with a webcam, a device with a camera behind them, and a device to record their exam on. These three devices ensure students aren't cheating, and the recording will be submitted as proof of independent completion.

Similar to in-person exams, online exams are to be taken in silence and completed independently without assistance. Being able to sit exams from home does, however, create a more comfortable environment for sitting exams, alleviating some of the stress students may feel. The time provided for the exam will be disclosed to students when they sit their exams, as well as beforehand by their teachers.

Online exams come in two formats: screen and paper-based. Both formats are sat from home, but paper-based exams require students to print out their exam just before the exam starts. Please note that you will need access to a printer should you choose a paper-based online exam. Paper-based exams are handwritten and scanned in at the end.

What subjects are available for online exams currently?

All of the subjects listed below are for the Edexcel exam board. Please note that the list below is subject to change as we have no control over the availability of online exams.

  • International GCSE Business

  • International GCSE Maths

  • International GCSE Further Pure Maths

  • International GCSE Physics

  • International GCSE Chemistry

  • International GCSE Biology

  • International GCSE Science Double Award

  • International GCSE Geography

  • International GCSE Religious Studies

  • International GCSE Global Citizenship

  • International GCSE French

  • International GCSE German

  • International GCSE Spanish

  • International GCSE Economics

  • International GCSE English Language

  • International GCSE English Literature

  • International GCSE History

  • International A-Level English Language

  • International A-Level English Literature

  • International A-Level Mathematics

  • International A-Level Biology

  • International A-Level Chemistry

  • International A-Level Physics

  • International A-Level French

  • International A-Level German

  • International A-Level Spanish

  • International A-Level Business

  • International A-Level Economics

  • International A-Level History

  • International A-Level Psychology

Student Guidance & Demo

After a student has expressed interest in remote invigilation, they will be offered the opportunity to interact with some demo assessments to familiarise themselves with the system and process, and help them decide if they would like to go ahead with the formal examination process. Students who sign up for formal exams will have the opportunity to participate in a live invigilated system familiarisation exercise to ensure they feel confident in the process and are comfortable with the steps before their high-stakes examinations.

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A Remote Invigilation Service fee is charged per International GCSE paper and per International A-Level unit. This service fee is separate and in addition to the examination entry fees. If you would like to register your interest in remote invigilation and are interested in getting a quote, please book a free consultation below to discuss your options in more detail.

More information on the Pearson Edexcel remote invigilation can be found here.

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