Yes, these are exactly the same exams students take in schools and colleges. These exams are taken at the same time and day as students taking them in school or colleges.

All examinations are booked via our centre: English Maths Science Tuition & Examination Centre. Exam Centre Number: 20212

No, you do not need to have completed a formal study course in order to apply to take the exam. Many of our learners are ‘self-taught’ having used tutors or online resources.

The examination dates are set by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and must be adhered by the examination centre. It is crucial to note that all examination dates and times are set by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ). The exam schedule is non-negotiable and cannot be altered under any circumstances. Consequently, all educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and private examination centres, are required to conduct the exams at the same time and date across the entire country.

A UCI (Unique Candidate Identity) number is issued to candidates when they first take exams and should ideally be used for all exams that they take after this. If you have not taken any exams previously we will create a new UCI. If you have taken any previous exams please enter your UCI when completing your booking. The UCI number takes the form or 12 numbers followed by a letter (e.g. 202120201234X) and can normally be found on statements of entry or results or on some exam certificates.

When transferring marks for speaking test components, coursework, or practical endorsements, it is crucial to provide the Unique Candidate Identifier (UCI) number that was originally assigned to those specific subjects. This UCI number is essential for us to correctly carry forward your achieved marks and ensure the integrity of your academic record. Please ensure this identifier is readily available when you are making arrangements for the transfer of your results.

We can accept a recently expired (12 months) passport at the time of booking. However, you will need to bring a valid passport or driving licence to the exams. Alternatively a Pass Card issued by Citizen Card through the Post Office is acceptable.

To ensure a smooth process and avoid additional charges, please take note of the following important information regarding deadlines:

These crucial deadline dates are conveniently located at the very top of each subject's respective page, making them easily accessible for your reference.

To steer clear of any late fees, kindly ensure that both your application and payment are submitted by the stipulated deadline.

Plan ahead and mark your calendars to guarantee timely submission and a hassle-free experience!

Yes Absolutely! Entries submitted after the specified deadline dates can still be processed; however, please be aware that you will incur late fees or high late fees in addition to the standard entry fees.

To ensure you are well-informed, the deadline dates will be clearly displayed on the subject pages of our website.

It's always best to submit your entries on time to avoid any additional charges.

Each exam date features two distinct sessions: a Morning Session (AM) and an Afternoon Session (PM).

Morning Session (AM): For AM examinations, candidates must arrive at our exam hall no later than 8:15 AM. The examination will begin promptly at 9:00 AM.

Afternoon Session (PM): For PM examinations, candidates are required to arrive at our exam hall no later than 12:15 PM. The examination will begin promptly at 1:00 PM.

Please ensure you arrive on time to avoid any disruption to your examination.

You need to bring your standard writing equipment, it is good practice to have 2 black ball point biros; you are only allowed to have a clear see through pencil case. You may also use a highlighter to highlight the text in the question paper, but you are not allowed to highlight any handwritten text. Calculators may be allowed for some subjects.

You are allowed exam stationery, this must be in a clear pencil case, you may also bring a calculator unless this is prohibited for the exam you are taking, you may also bring a clear, unlabelled bottle of water. You must not have access to items other than those stated in the instructions on the question paper, the stationery list or specification for that subject. All other Items are classed as unauthorised items this includes wallets, purses, glasses case, passports, books, notes and papers (except when allowed by the specification) along with mobile phones, headphones (except where required for a listening exam) and watches are not allowed in the exam hall.

Yes, these will be collected by our invigilation staff when you arrive and stored safely as mobile phones and other belongings cannot be taken into the exam hall. You will be given a ticket when your belongings are collected and you will need the ticket to reclaim them at the end of the exam.

All Summer exams will be held at the Birmingham Moseley Rugby Club,

November GCSE and IGCSE English and Maths exams will be held at Birmingham Moseley Rugby Club.

November IGCSE Science exams - Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Double Award Science will be held our Exam Booking Office. English Maths Science Tuition & Educational Centre.

The full addresses are listed on the footer on this website.

Yes, ample free car parking is available at the Birmingham Moseley Rugby Club where exams are held. There is on-street parking and public car parks close to the Exam Centre in Sparkhill.

Yes! Our Exam Booking Office located in Sparkhill features a fully equipped Science laboratory. You have the option to select practicals from the GCSE and A Level Science subject pages. This allows you to engage in hands-on learning experiences that are essential for mastering scientific concepts.

We are able to provide predicted grades, to do this you are required to book a mock exam with us at a cost of £50 per subject. These will be taken in early October or January and marked within 2 working days of the exam so that you can meet the preferred UCAS deadline. Please make sure you add the option for a mock exam when you book the A Level exams. If you are looking at early entry please contact the centre to discuss options.

A UCAS reference must be written by a teacher or tutor who knows you well, so as an private candidates exam centre we are not in a position to do this so do not provide this service. However, if you have a teacher or tutor who is able to write a reference they can send it to us and we will upload it to UCAS.

We can help you navigate adding our exam centre to your UCAS application.

In the education section of your UCAS application, after you have entered all your previous places of study, qualifications, and grades achieved, it's time to add our sister exam centre.

Here's how:

1. Click on 'Add new place of study'.

2. Search for 'English Maths Science Tuition & Education Centre' (Centre Number: 20212).

3. Add the subjects you have booked with our centre.

4. Crucially, select the 'Pending results' option for these subjects. This step is vital as it allows your selected referee to input the predicted grade for you.

Please ensure that all place of study information is accurately included before you complete the referee details. If you request a reference and predicted grades from your referee before adding the subject with the 'Pending results' option, your referee will not see the subject listed and will be unable to provide the predicted grade. This ensures a seamless process for obtaining your predicted grades.

On each of our subject pages, you will find a dedicated section titled 'Subject Information'. This section is packed with relevant and useful details pertaining to that specific subject, offering you a comprehensive overview to aid your decision-making and preparation.