Preparation of Examinations

NB: The accuracy of tests/ assessment activities and exams is very important. You should pay particular attention to layout, numbering, spelling, punctuation and questioning skills.


 * 1) Consult the examination timetable in terms 2 and 3 each term to see when your subject is being examined. The timetable is drawn up by the Head of Examinations.
 * 2) Examinations must be approved by the other teachers whose classes will be writing them.
 * 3) Ensure that all the material included in the examination has been covered by each of the classes writing it.
 * 4) All exams must be moderated by the HoD or an external subject specialist (if there is only one teacher in department). The moderation tool provided by the SAT must be adhered to. This process must be completed timeously.
 * 5) Teachers must ensure that all exams are of the highest quality with respect to technical requirements and content.
 * 6) An Admin Assistant will photocopy the correct number of examinations and count them into classes. All of the necessary information must be on the examination cover.
 * 7) The examinations must be with the Head of Examinations according to the schedule that is distributed by Head of Admin and Planning
 * 8) Examinations should be returned to the teacher who set it or the Head's PA.
 * 9) All practical examinations must be scheduled during the week prior to the examination sessions.
 * 10) At no stage must any part of the test or examination paper be left unattended in the photocopy room or left in pigeon holes.