PEI EMA Grade 6 exam-day guide
PEI EMA Grade 6 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission letter or test permit (needs_review)
Bring the confirmation the school sent. If no permit is issued for Grade 6, confirm with the provider what document proves your placement; do not assume a government photo ID is required.
Student ID or other identification (needs_review)
Carry your school ID if you have one. Exact ID rules vary by site, so ask your teacher or the provider before test day and keep the required document in your bag.
Two sharpened HB pencils and a soft eraser
Pack at least two pencils, a good eraser and a small sharpener. Mechanical pencils may be allowed, but confirm before relying on one.
Blue or black pen
Bring a reliable pen for signed or written responses. Confirm whether the test requires pen or pencil for specific sections.
Calculator (needs_review)
Do not assume a calculator is permitted. Confirm the approved model and whether it is supplied or you must bring it; pack it only if the provider allows it.
Ruler and geometry tools (needs_review)
If the assessment includes measurement or geometry, bring a clear ruler and any approved protractor or compass. Confirm the permitted list with the provider.
Clear water bottle and small snack
Bring water in a clear bottle and a quiet snack if breaks are allowed. Avoid noisy packaging and confirm whether food is permitted in the test room.
Non-smart watch
A simple watch helps you pace if the room clock is not visible. Smart watches and fitness trackers must stay off and stored.
Accommodation approval
If you have approved extra time, a separate room or another support, bring the documentation and confirm it with the school at least 24 hours ahead.
Backup transportation and arrival plan
Know the room, start time and entrance. Plan to arrive at least 20–30 minutes early, and confirm late-arrival rules with the provider.
Plan the day
Confirm the start time, room and any accommodation in writing. Gather the checklist items, check calculator and geometry-tool rules, and plan sleep so you are not cramming the night before. Do one short review of familiar question types, then stop.
Pack your bag with pencils, eraser, pen, water, snack and approved tools. Lay out clothes, confirm transport and set two alarms. Read the provider's candidate instructions once and note any rule you still need to confirm.
Eat a normal breakfast, drink water and arrive 20–30 minutes early. Use the washroom before entering, turn off your phone and store it, and listen for seating instructions. Avoid last-minute group discussion that may raise anxiety.
Read the cover instructions and check the page count. Write your name or candidate details as directed, then scan the whole paper to see the number of questions and the marks. Plan roughly how many minutes each section deserves.
Work at a steady pace and start with questions you can begin confidently. Show steps where marks may be given for method, mark hard questions and return to them, and keep an eye on the clock without watching it constantly.
Check that no question is blank, that your name and details are correct, and that you have transferred answers if a separate sheet is used. Change an answer only when you have a clear reason, then close the booklet when told.
Rules to check
Follow the invigilator's directions exactly. Do not open the booklet, start writing or use any device until you are told; stop immediately when time is called.
Keep all phones, smart watches, earbuds and fitness trackers powered off and stored out of reach. If a device sounds or is visible, it may be treated as a breach; confirm the site's device rule in advance.
Bring only approved materials. Pencil cases, notes, formula sheets and calculators are permitted only if the provider lists them; ask before test day if you are unsure.
Use scheduled breaks only. During a break, do not discuss the test with anyone; confirm whether you may leave the room or must remain supervised.
If you need to leave for illness or an emergency, raise your hand and wait for instructions. Confirm the provider's policy on make-up tests or supervised rest breaks before test day.
Show your work where the test allows it. If partial credit is awarded for method, clear steps can earn marks even when the final answer is wrong; confirm the scoring rules with the provider.
Keep your eyes on your own paper. Talking, signaling, passing materials or looking at another candidate's work can lead to invalidation; ask the invigilator if something is unclear.
If you finish early, use the time to check that every page and question is answered. Confirm whether early departure is allowed; if not, remain seated quietly.