Exam Centre Support
Clear, calm exam entry support for private candidates.
Explore common qualifications, see indicative prices and build a provisional selection before getting in touch with the team.
How it works
Practical guidance from enquiry to exam day.
Use the exam builder as a starting point, then enquire so the team can check board requirements, availability, deadlines and any access arrangements.
- Exam entry guidance for private candidates
- Support understanding boards, deadlines and requirements
- Clear next steps for parents, carers and professionals
Exam Builder
Build a provisional exam selection.
Search for a subject, choose the board and specification code, then add it to the enquiry basket.
Exam Builder
Build your exam enquiry.
Functional Skills
Choose English or maths, then confirm the exam board and specification details.
English Level 1
- Papers
- Reading, writing and speaking/listening components
- Duration
- Varies by component
- Assessment
- Practical skills assessment
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
English Level 2
- Papers
- Reading, writing and speaking/listening components
- Duration
- Varies by component
- Assessment
- Practical skills assessment
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Mathematics Level 1
- Papers
- Two papers: non-calculator followed by calculator
- Duration
- Typically 30 minutes and 1h 30m
- Assessment
- Written examinations
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Mathematics Level 2
- Papers
- Two papers: non-calculator followed by calculator
- Duration
- Typically 30 minutes and 1h 30m
- Assessment
- Written examinations
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
GCSE
Select the subject first, then choose the relevant board and specification code.
Mathematics
- Papers
- Usually 3 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 30m per paper
- Assessment
- Foundation or Higher tier; calculator and non-calculator papers
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
English Language
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m to 2h per paper
- Assessment
- Reading and writing skills; speaking component may be reported separately
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
English Literature
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m to 2h 15m per paper
- Assessment
- Written examinations on set texts
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Combined Science
- Papers
- Usually 6 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 10m to 1h 15m per paper
- Assessment
- Foundation or Higher tier; practical skills assessed in written papers
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Biology
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m per paper
- Assessment
- Practical skills assessed in written papers
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Chemistry
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m per paper
- Assessment
- Foundation or Higher tier; calculators allowed; practical skills assessed in written papers
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Physics
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m per paper
- Assessment
- Foundation or Higher tier; calculators allowed; practical skills assessed in written papers
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
IGCSE
International GCSE options with board-specific specification details.
Mathematics
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 2 hours per paper
- Assessment
- Calculator requirements and tiering depend on specification
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English Language
- Papers
- Usually 2 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 1h 45m to 2h per paper
- Assessment
- Language route; speaking/listening availability depends on board
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Biology
- Papers
- Usually 3 papers on Cambridge routes
- Duration
- 45 minutes, 1h 15m, plus practical or alternative-to-practical paper
- Assessment
- Core or Extended route; practical test or alternative-to-practical route depends on centre and board
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
English Literature
- Papers
- Paper count varies by syllabus and route
- Duration
- Specification dependent
- Assessment
- Written examinations on set texts; check the current syllabus before entry
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Combined Science
- Papers
- Paper count varies by syllabus and route
- Duration
- Specification dependent
- Assessment
- Core or Extended route; practical or alternative-to-practical requirements must be checked
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Chemistry
- Papers
- Usually 3 papers on Cambridge routes
- Duration
- Specification dependent
- Assessment
- Core or Extended route; practical test or alternative-to-practical route depends on centre and board
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Physics
- Papers
- Usually 3 papers on Cambridge routes
- Duration
- Specification dependent
- Assessment
- Core or Extended route; practical test or alternative-to-practical route depends on centre and board
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
A Level
Advanced qualifications with board and specification requirements checked before booking.
Mathematics
- Papers
- Usually 3 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 2 hours per paper
- Assessment
- Pure mathematics with statistics/mechanics components depending on board
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Biology
- Papers
- Usually 3 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 2 hours per paper
- Assessment
- Practical endorsement and specification requirements must be checked
Add the subject name, exam board and specification code first.
Psychology
- Papers
- Usually 3 written papers
- Duration
- Typically 2 hours per paper
- Assessment
- Written examinations
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Other Subject
Request a subject not listed.
Use this for GCSE, IGCSE or A Level subjects where the centre needs to check availability, exam board requirements or non-exam assessment arrangements.
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FAQ
Common exam questions.
Can private candidates use Assess for exam support?
Yes. The team can review your provisional selection and confirm what may be possible for the learner, subject and exam board.
Can you help with access arrangements?
Access arrangements are discussed individually. Suitable evidence, deadlines and exam board requirements may apply.
When should we get in touch?
As early as possible. Entry windows, late fees and evidence requirements can vary by qualification and board.
Can exam support be combined with tuition?
Yes, where appropriate. Assess can discuss tuition, revision support or wider learning plans alongside exam entry guidance.
Next step
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