NCEA Exams
NCEA End of Year Exams 2024
Senior students (Years 11 - 13) will sit exams from Monday 4 November to Friday 29 November. Study leave will begin on Monday 28 October for students to prepare for their exams. We encourage all parents and caregivers to ensure their children are taking these exams seriously and making the most of the study time provided to prepare for their exams.
Exam Rules and Instructions
It is important for all senior students to familiarise themselves with the NZQA rules and expectations regarding these exams. When entering an external examination, students are expected to comply with the official NZQA Rules and Instructions. This includes maintaining exam integrity by avoiding prohibited items, such as mobile phones and smart devices, as well as following specific instructions from the exam supervisor.
Students should be aware that any violation of these rules can lead to serious consequences, including disqualification from the examination or cancellation of results. It is essential to take these regulations seriously to ensure a fair and successful examination experience.
Please Note: Students are also reminded that they must wear their full school uniform when they are onsite.
Buses During Exams
Buses run at normal times during exams. Students finishing early or late will need to find an alternative way home.
NZQA Logins
All senior students have received instructions on how to log into NZQA. They must log in to:
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Complete their digital exams.
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Check their final results in January 2025.
All NCEA students must have a functioning login to NZQA. These logins are managed by NZQA, not by the college.
Derived Grades
Derived grades can only be applied for in the event of an absence or negatively impacted performance during an exam due to legitimate reasons such as:
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Serious Illness or pandemic
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Family bereavement
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Significant injury or trauma at the time immediately before or during exams that may impede their ability to complete any or all exams.
The student or their whānau must apply for a derived grade and submit the completed application to Mr Doubleday no later than 14 days after the last affected exam. It will then be uploaded to NZQA for consideration.
In the event of a lockdown-type situation or natural disaster, the derived grades will be applied automatically by the school. Students will not need to apply.
If you have any questions about specific assessments, please contact your child’s teacher.