Examinations
If you have any queries about Rivington and Blackrod Sixth Form examinations, please email exams@rbhs.co.uk, and a member of our team will respond to you.
If you have any queries relating to exams, please contact Mrs Witter at exams@rbhs.co.uk. Alternatively, you can call 01204 333 266 ext. 375.
Your Examination Timetable
Students receive a personalised examination timetable. Please check your timetable carefully, including the dates, start times and details of each examination. Contact the Examinations Team promptly if you notice any errors or have any questions.
Revision and Examination Preparation
Effective preparation involves regular independent study, a clear revision plan and an understanding of how you will be assessed. Your subject teachers can advise you on course content, revision resources and examination techniques.
Plan Your Revision
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Create a realistic revision timetable that balances your subjects, other commitments and time to rest.
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Use your course specification and feedback from assessments to identify topics that need further attention.
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Set specific goals for each session, such as reviewing a topic or completing a set of examination questions.
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Revisit topics regularly and allow time to address gaps in your understanding.
Make Your Revision Active
Use a range of approaches to check your understanding and practise applying your knowledge:
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Recall information from memory: use practice questions, flashcards or a blank page to test what you can remember before checking your notes.
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Explain key concepts: talk through an idea, process or argument in your own words.
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Make concise revision resources: summarise key concepts, evidence, quotations or formulae, focusing on what you need to understand and apply.
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Practise examination questions: use past papers to become familiar with question styles, command words and timing.
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Review your answers: use mark schemes, examiner reports and teacher feedback to identify how you can improve.
Look After Your Wellbeing
Build regular breaks, meals, sleep and time away from studying into your routine. Aim for a manageable approach that you can sustain throughout the examination period.
If you are finding revision difficult or feeling overwhelmed, speak to your subject teachers, tutor or the Sixth Form team so they can help you access support.
Past Papers and Examination Resources
Your subject teachers can confirm the examination board and specification for each of your courses. Use these details to find relevant past papers, mark schemes and other resources on the examination board websites.
Practice Exams
For examples of practice exams, find out from your tutor which examination board you are studying for and visit their website.
Check that any resources you use match your qualification and specification.