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PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE CLOSED TO SUMMER 2026 EXAM APPLICATIONS.
FOR AUTUMN 2026 EXAMS PLEASE APPLY FROM JULY 2026.
FOR SUMMER 2027 EXAMS PLEASE APPLY FROM SEPTEMBER 2026.
We are an approved centre for the AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC and CIE examination boards. We accommodate all the standard subjects, and will try to accept entries for the less popular subjects too – just ask.
At the examination centre, you are able to take GCSE, IGCSE and GCE (AS and A Level) examinations. The centre has the facilities for science practicals and also most language speaking examinations.
We accept private candidates taking examinations or tests at our examination centre from any part of the World. If you can get here, we will look after you.
Please visit the following pages for more information about taking exams as a private candidates with us.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — Private Examinations Centre
You can sit GCSE, IGCSE, AS, and A-Level exams at our centre. We also offer Functional Skills in certain subjects. We accept entries for the standard subjects and—if it’s a less common subject—you can reach out and we’ll see if we can accommodate you.
We are an approved centre for AQA, CIE, Edexcel, Eduqas & OCR. That means you can take exams under those boards’ syllabuses through us.
Yes. We accept private candidates from all over the UK and overseas. As long as you can physically get to our exam centre, we’ll look after your registration and arrangements.
Please notify us at the time of your application if you need any Access Arrangements. Please contact us early so we can review and apply on your behalf to the appropriate exam board.
Yes. Our facilities support science practical exams, and we also host many language speaking assessments.
We publish a full list of exam entry fees (and any optional supplementary services) on our “Exam Entry Fees” page. Prices vary by exam level, subject and entry date.
We have fixed application deadlines for each exam series (Autumn and Summer). Late entries incur extra charges or may not be accepted. Visit our Exam Deadlines page for specific dates.
Absolutely. On our “Past Papers” page, we give you access to past papers, so you can revise with ease.
Our examination centre number is 40530. We are located at 20 Cumberland Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 1DD. Please note, some exams are hosted at the nearby Macclesfield Masonic Lodge.
Simply click “Apply For An Exam” on our site, fill out the application, and submit it before the deadline. If you have any questions, email us or give us a call.