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Instructions for Conducting Examinations (ICE)

Effective from 1 September 2026 For the attention of heads of centre, senior leaders and examination officers

High-level principles for the conducting of MFL and Irish Speaking assessments

Instructions for conducting GCSE & GCE Modern Foreign Languages Listening exams

This section explains the rules for using CD players, MP3 players, laptops, tablets, and other digital devices in GCSE, GCE AS, and A level Listening exams. It covers which devices are allowed, how to download, store, and log listening materials, and what centres must do to keep materials secure, confidential, and ready for use.

Supervised assessments – Vocational and Technical Qualifications

This guidance outlines how supervised assessments for Vocational and Technical Qualifications should be delivered, effective 1 September 2025. It explains where assessments can take place, who can supervise or assess them, and the rules to follow before, during, and after each assessment. The goal is to ensure all candidates work independently under the right conditions and that assessment materials are managed securely and consistently across all centres.

Timetable clashes – GCE AS & A-level Mathematics examinations

To help ensure the integrity of high-stakes examinations, AQA, Cambridge OCR and Pearson have put in place enhanced security arrangements. These include...