Non-examination assessment policy: model and guidance

Save time by adapting our model non-examination assessment policy. Understand what you're required to include and find an example from a school and a trust.

Last reviewed on 15 October 2025See updates
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Statutory/mandatory for:
Maintained schools
Academies
Free schools
Independent schools
Sixth-form colleges
Further education
Pupil referral units
Non-maintained special schools
Contents
  1. Download our model policy
  2. Summary of changes
  3. What your policy must cover
  4. See an example from a school

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Our model, approved by Forbes Solicitors, is designed for you to adapt to suit your school's context.

It takes into account relevant requirements and good practice, and draws on the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) guidance on: 

Summary of changes We've made the following changes to this model policy: Section 1: added a line about the exam centre's commitment to managing and administering non-examination assessments effectively Section 2: clarified that the policy is based on the guidance for GCE and GCSE qualifications, and added to the list of guidance that