Mock exams play a crucial role in the British school system, serving as an essential preparatory tool for students facing their final GCSE and A-Level exams. These practice exams help teachers and students identify areas of strength and weakness, allowing for targeted revision and preparation before the actual exams. By simulating the actual exam environment, mock exams help students become accustomed to the format, time constraints, and pressure which reduces anxiety and enhances performance during the real exams. The results and feedback from mock exams provide invaluable insights into students’ performance and progress, enabling them to understand their mistakes and progress from them. This iterative process helps in refining their knowledge and exam techniques. Mock exams also teach students how to manage their time effectively during the exam, ensuring they can complete all questions within the allotted time. Regular practice through mock exams builds students’ confidence, as they become more familiar with the types of questions they will encounter and the best strategies to tackle them. Knowing that they will be tested in a mock exam can also motivate students to revise more thoroughly as it compels students to acknowledge the gravity of their exams and the implication of their results, leading to better outcomes in the actual exams. Tutors can use mock exam results to predict students’ likely grades, providing a realistic indication of their potential performance in the final exams, which is crucial for making decisions about further education and career planning as it will be the foundational basis of their UCAS application.