Printing Mock Exam Papers for Schools
Mock exam printing can involve several subjects, different quantities, answer booklets, colour pages and strict delivery deadlines. Supplying the information clearly helps ensure every paper is printed correctly, packed in the right order and ready for distribution.
We print mock papers for schools, colleges, tuition centres and private tutors, from individual subjects to large multi-department orders.
The most common mock-exam format
Standard specification
A4 finished size
Black-and-white printing
Double-sided pages
Folded and stapled booklet finish
Other available options
Selected colour pages for maps, photographs and diagrams
A5 booklets where a smaller format is required
Larger print versions for visually impaired students
Alternative coloured paper where required
What information should you send?
For an accurate quotation, send the following information for every paper:
The PDF file for each exam paper
The number of copies required
The required finished size
Black-and-white or colour instructions
Any answer booklets or separate inserts
Any accessible-paper requirements
The delivery deadline and postcode
Any packing or box-labelling instructions
Name every file clearly
Adding the subject, year group and quantity to each filename makes larger orders easier to check and helps prevent instructions becoming separated from the correct paper.
Example 1
GCSE English Literature Paper 1 – 85 copies
Example 2
Year 10 Geography – 120 copies – selected pages in colour
Example 3
A-Level Biology Paper 2 – 60 standard copies and 2 enlarged copies
Preparing mock-exam booklet PDFs
Supply each examination paper as a separate PDF wherever possible.
Pages should be supplied as individual pages in normal reading order.
The PDF page count should match the number of printed pages or sides in the finished booklet.
Check that question pages, answer spaces, formula sheets and blank pages are all included in the correct order.
Please do not arrange the PDF as printer spreads. Send individual pages in reading order and we will arrange the booklet layout for printing.
Selected colour pages
Subjects such as Geography, Art, Science and Design Technology may contain maps, photographs, charts or diagrams that need to remain in colour.
We can print only the pages that require colour rather than charging for the complete booklet to be printed in colour.
Clearly identify the colour page numbers when requesting your quotation.
Accessible exam papers
Where students need an adjusted paper, we can produce enlarged versions or print on a different colour of paper.
Keep these requirements separate from the standard quantity and state clearly which files need to be enlarged or printed differently.
Include the exact number of adjusted copies required for each subject.
Packing and labelling large orders
Large mock-exam orders are much easier to distribute when each subject is separated and clearly identified.
Papers separated by subject
Boxes labelled with the subject and paper
Year group or department shown where required
Accessible versions kept clearly identifiable
Tell us how the papers need to be divided before production. We can label finished boxes by subject, year group or department to make distribution within the school more straightforward.
How the quotation and printing process works
Send the PDF files with the quantity and printing instructions for each paper.
We review the files and email a detailed quotation with a realistic production and delivery time.
Once the order is placed, we check the files and send a PDF proof or layout confirmation where required.
The papers are printed, finished, separated, labelled, packed and prepared for collection or delivery.
Sending multiple files
Large batches of exam papers can be sent through our dedicated WeTransfer upload page.
Include your school name, contact details, deadline and a list of the quantities required.
Collection and delivery
Orders can be collected from our West Drayton print shop or delivered directly to your school.
Please allow enough time for printing, proof approval and delivery, particularly during busy examination periods.
More printing for schools and colleges
We also print revision packs, teaching materials, certificates, newsletters, administrative forms, exercise books, posters, presentations and staff handbooks.
Request a mock-exam printing quotation
Send us your files, quantities, printing requirements and deadline. We will review everything and provide a detailed quotation and realistic turnaround time.