Sixth Form Open Evening - Thursday 20th November 2025 at 6pm

Assessment and Examinations

How we assess at Brixham College

Brixham College uses a variety of assessment methods, including regular in class assessments checks, such as Do Nows, Questioning, Quizzes and Exit Tickets.  

A KS3 grading system for reporting...

  • Emerging – I know something about the topic and with help, I can apply the skill 
  • Developing – I know three things about the topic but unsure how to apply it and sometimes still make errors 
  • Mastered – I know about the topic and know when and why it is important. I am secure with the knowledge 
  • Ambitious – I am able to teach others about the topic and apply it to different contexts. I am able to experiment with different ideas 

Key Assessments and Mocks that build on prior knowledge and skills over time.  

DIRT (Dedicated, Improvement and Reflection Time) After each assessment, students are given the opportunity in class to address any knowledge gaps in order to make further progress. 

Students identified with SEND are assessed to ensure appropriate curriculum access and support. 

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Year 11 and 13 Mock Timetable: Please click here

Key Dates: Mocks, Key Assessment Dates DIRT and Reporting weeks

Year 11 and 13 - 

November Mock Examinations: Commence Tuesday 4th November

DIRT week - Monday 17th November

 

Year 10 and 12 - 

Mock Examinations: Commencing Monday 19th January

DIRT week - Monday 2nd February

 

Year 9 Assessment Week: Commencing Monday 24th November - Friday 5th December

DIRT week - Monday 8th December

 

Year 8 Assessment Week: Commencing Monday 1st - Friday 12th December

DIRT week - Monday 15th December

 

Year 7 Assessment Week: Commencing Monday 8th- Friday 19th December

DIRT week - Monday 5th January

 

Year 12 Report 1 - Thursday 16th October

Year 13 Report 1 - Friday 28th November

Year 11 Report 1 - Friday 5th December

Year 10 Report 1 - Friday 12th December

Year 9 Report 1 - Friday 19th December

Year 8 Report 1 - Friday 9th January

Year 7 Report 1 - Friday 16th January