External Exams

Why sit with Grimsby Institute as an external candidate?

  • We offer competitively priced external exams.
  • We strive to provide a personal experience to our candidates, offering a tour day prior to the exam at your convenience to see the examination room to put you at ease.
  • We recognise that people can be private candidates for various reasons, and by recognising this, we are sensitive to your needs, every step of the way.
  • We want to ensure a stress-free experience for our external candidates. That’s why we’re pleased to provide all essential exam equipment free of charge.
  • Smaller exam rooms – no more stuffy exam halls! Here at the TEC Partnership we offer comfortable air-conditioned rooms.
  • Our friendly invigilators are here to create a calm and supportive environment for your external exams, helping you feel at ease.

Useful links

AQA | Student & Parent Support | Private Candidates

https://www.ocr.org.uk/students/private-candidates/

Where can I take Pearson qualification exams? (Private candidates only) | Pearson qualifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What exam boards do we offer?

We offer a wide range of examination boards, including Pearson International GCSEs.

Can you sit courses which have a practical or oral element?

Currently, we can offer the Speaking and Listening Element of the GCSE English Language qualification for all examination boards.

Can you carry grades over from previous examinations?

Yes, providing the specification allows you to carry it forward. We can check for you.

When is the deadline for applying for exams?

For the November Series 2025, all applications and payments need to be made by Friday 19th September at 4pm.

For the Summer series of 2026, the deadline for applications and payments are Friday 30th January.

This is a strict deadline, and no late applications will be accepted.

Fees
All our fees are an inclusive charge which cover administration and invigilation costs. Additional charges occur for International GCSEs, as they are a higher cost to enter and require additional postage costs.

Functional Skills English and Math (excluding speaking and listening element)£75 per exam
Functional Skills English Speaking and Listening£100 per exam
GCSE£100 per exam
International GCSE (excluding double award)£110 per exam
Double Award International GCSE£120 per exam
AS Level£120 per exam
A Level£120 per exam

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