Luxembourg Bac Classique exam-day guide
Luxembourg Bac Classique · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID
Bring a valid passport or Luxembourg national ID card. Some centres also accept a residence permit. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted for your specific exam session.
Convocation / exam summons
Print or download the convocation showing your candidate number, exam centre, date, and start time. Check the exact reporting time, which is usually earlier than the written start.
Black or blue ballpoint pens (spare)
Bring at least two pens of the same colour. Pencil is normally only for diagrams or rough work; confirm with the provider whether correction fluid or erasable pens are allowed.
Transparent pencil case or clear bag
Many centres require stationery to be visible in a clear pouch. Confirm with the provider whether a transparent case is mandatory at your centre.
Approved calculator (if your subject allows one)
Check the official list of permitted models for your subject. Graphing calculators and programmable models are often restricted. Confirm with the provider before the exam day.
Analog watch (no smart functions)
Walls clocks may not be visible from every seat. Smart watches and connected devices are normally prohibited; bring a simple analog or digital watch without connectivity.
Water in a clear, label-free bottle
Bring a transparent bottle with no label. Confirm with the provider whether water is allowed at your desk and whether snacks are permitted for long sessions.
Printed formula sheets or permitted reference materials
Only bring materials explicitly listed as authorised for your subject. Unauthorised notes are treated as cheating. Confirm with the provider the exact list for each paper.
Transport plan and backup
Plan your route to the exam centre and identify a backup (later bus, train, or lift). Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before the reporting time.
Knowledge of centre rules on phones and bags
Phones must usually be switched off and stored away from your desk. Confirm with the provider where bags and devices are kept and what happens if a device is found on you.
Rest, food, and medication plan
Eat a normal breakfast and bring any prescribed medication. If you need special arrangements (extra time, separate room, medical certificate), confirm with the provider well before the exam.
Reviewed scoring and timing for each paper
Know the duration, number of questions, and weighting of each paper. Decide in advance how many minutes to spend per section and when to move on. Confirm with the provider the exact format for your session.
Plan the day
Re-read the official exam regulations and your convocation. Check the exact address, reporting time, and the list of authorised materials for each subject. Prepare your ID, pens, calculator, and clear pouch. Do a final review of weak topics using short summaries rather than new material. Sleep on a regular schedule.
Pack your bag with ID, convocation, pens, calculator, watch, water, and any permitted materials. Confirm transport and set two alarms. Eat a normal dinner, avoid heavy caffeine late in the day, and stop studying by early evening. A short review of formulas or key definitions is fine; do not start new chapters.
Eat breakfast, drink water, and leave with extra time. Arrive at the centre at least 30 minutes before the reporting time. Switch off your phone and store it as instructed. Go to the toilet before entering the room. Listen carefully to the invigilator's instructions and check that your paper is complete.
Read the instructions and the whole paper first. Allocate time per section and keep an eye on the clock. Answer the questions you know first, then return to harder ones. Write legibly and show working where marks are awarded for method. Leave a few minutes to check that every page and question has been attempted and that your candidate details are correct.
Rules to check
Bring valid photo ID and your convocation. Candidates without acceptable identification may be refused entry; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Arrive before the reporting time. Late candidates may be admitted at the invigilator's discretion, but extra time is not normally given; confirm with the provider the cut-off for late arrival.
Phones, smart watches, and other connected devices must be switched off and stored away from your desk. Possession of unauthorised devices or notes during the exam can lead to disqualification.
Only use authorised materials for each subject. Do not borrow stationery or calculators from other candidates during the exam; raise your hand and wait for the invigilator.
Follow the invigilator's instructions on starting, stopping, and leaving the room. Do not communicate with other candidates once the exam has begun. If you need to leave temporarily, you will normally be escorted; confirm with the provider the rules for toilet breaks.
Write your candidate number and details exactly as instructed. Work on the official paper or answer booklet; rough work on separate sheets may not be marked.
Scoring and grade boundaries are set by the examining authority. Do not assume that a certain raw score guarantees a grade; confirm with the provider how each paper is weighted and whether negative marking applies.
If you believe there is an error in the paper or a disturbance in the room, report it to the invigilator immediately and note the time. Appeals are subject to strict deadlines; confirm with the provider how and when to submit a complaint.