Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to be able to view and print the examination papers correctly?

In order to view the examination papers (which are in PDF format) you need to have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. Click on the icon at the bottom of the page to download it for free.

When the examination paper appears correctly on screen, but prints with errors, misplaced text or images please try the following:

When you click "Print", a grey dialogue box appears. Tick "Print as Image" (on the upper right hand side). The paper should now print correctly.

Are marking schemes / answers for the examination papers available to the public?

The marking schemes for Junior Lyceum Entrance Examinations into Form 1 are available from the left hand side menu. Choose "Student
Assessment" then "JL Reports" and then "Marking Schemes". However, it is the policy of the Curriculum Management and eLearning Department that all other marking schemes (ie those related to Junior Lyceum, Secondary or Primary Annual Past Papers) are not to be distributed. Parents should encourage students to approach their teachers and ask for their feedback which is more valuable and beneficial than merely relying on a marking scheme.

Are half-yearly past examination papers available online?

Half-Yearly examination papers are not issued by the Educational Assessment Unit, but each school produces its own papers. So copies of half-yearly papers can only be obtained through the individual schools.

How can I obtain past examination papers prior to 2000?

Examination papers prior to 2000 are not available online. However, they are available from all State schools in booklets which were distributed by the Educational Assessment Unit. They can be photocopied.