GCSE NEAs (Coursework)
GCSE English Coursework
Each piece of coursework is worth 20% of the final grade. There are 2 pieces for English Language (Creative Writing and Poetry & Prose) and 2 pieces for English Literature (Macbeth and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time).
This coursework takes the place of an additional exam (Paper 2) and students who do not meet these deadlines will be entered for paper 2. Coursework is the better of the two options, and an opportunity to go into the exam with a solid foundation already in place.
English Coursework Deadlines
Year 11
Draft 1: 8th August 2025
Draft 2: 24th October 2025
Draft 3: 18th December 2025
Final Deadline: 27th February 2026
Year 10
Draft 1 deadlines
Poetry and prose: 15th December 2025
Macbeth: 27th February 2026
Creative Writing: 17th April 2026
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time: 5th August 2026
GCSE Food Preparation NEA Coursework
Assessment 1: The food investigation (15% of final GCSE grade)
A scientific food investigation which will assess the learner's knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to scientific principles underlying the preparation and cooking of food. A report of 1500 – 2000 words will be produced.
Deadline: 18th December 2025
Assessment 2: The food preparation assessment (35% of final GCSE grade)
Prepare, cook and present a menu which assesses the learner’s knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to the planning, preparation, cooking and presentation of food.
A report will be produced of 15 sides.
Deadline: 3rd April 2026
Personal Growth and Wellbeing: BTEC Level 2
Year 11
Unit 4 - Let’s Talk about it (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 12th December 2025
Unit 2 – I have a Feeling (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 6th March 2026
Unit 1 Fitter Healthier Me (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 23rd April 2026
Year 10
Unit 8 – Future Roles and Goal Setting (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 12th December 2025
Unit 5 – All About Me (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 16th April 2026
Unit 6 – Our World, Our Environment (20 percent)
Final Deadline: 1st August 2026
IGCSE Physical Eduation Practical Assessment (50% of overall grade)
Moderation day(s) will be scheduled for Feb/March, where multiple sports will be assessed and filmed.
Students are expected to attend extra-curricular and external clubs/activities to support them in performing at their best. If students require filmed evidence in an event outside of school hours, please speak to the PE team.
Final deadline (grades and evidence): 30th April 2026