A guide to the awarding bodies’ appeals processes
Effective from June 2025 examination series
For the attention of heads of centre, senior leaders within schools and colleges, examination officers, and teaching staff.
Contents
Definitions
Introduction
1 Appeals against the outcomes of post-results services
(clerical re-checks, reviews of marking and reviews of moderation)
2 Appeals against decisions made in cases of malpractice
3 Appeals relating to access arrangements, reasonable adjustments and special consideration
4 The procedure for appeal hearings
5 Further avenues of appeal
6 Timescales
7 Review of other administrative decisions
8 Application for an appeal or a review of an administrative decision (Form JCQ/App1)
Appendix A Awarding body contact details
