| Special Access Option | Fees Details |
|---|---|
| Laptop/Computer | £30 Per Paper + Special Access Application Fees:£100 |
| Own Room | £100 Per Paper + Special Access Application Fees: Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on services required. One Time) |
| Reader | £45 Per Hour + Special Access Application Fees: Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on services required. One Time) |
| 25% Extra Time | 25% more than the total fees + Special Access Application Fees: Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on services required. One Time) |
| 50% Extra Time | 50% more than the total fees + Special Access Application Fees: Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on services required. One Time) |
| Special Access Option | Fees Details |
|---|---|
| Special Access Application Fees | Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on services required. One Time) |
| Alternative Site Application | £25 Per Paper |
| Transportation | Minimum £100, Maximum £300 (based on Location) Per Paper |
| Invigilators(2) | £200 Per Invigilator (Per Paper) |
| Access Arrangement | Route | What Parents Need to Provide | What the Centre Needs to Do | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25% Extra Time | Route 1: Learning Difficulty (e.g., Dyslexia, ADHD) | - Diagnostic assessment, including Form 8, showing evidence of
substantial impairment. - Evidence of normal way of working (e.g., classwork, teacher reports). |
- Submit JCQ application via Access Arrangements Online. - Ensure extra time benefits the candidate and is part of their normal way of working. - Keep evidence for inspection. |
Varies depending on documents and assessments. |
| Route 2: Medical Condition (e.g., Anxiety, Illness) | - Medical evidence outlining the condition and its impact on speed of working. - History of need (past accommodations). |
- Process JCQ application with medical evidence. - Allow the candidate to practice using extra time. - Retain evidence. |
Varies depending on documents and assessments. | |
| Route 3: EHCP/IDP | - Copy of the EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) or IDP (Individual Development Plan). | - Submit EHCP/IDP to support JCQ application. - Ensure extra time is used consistently in classwork and assessments. - Retain documentation for inspection. |
Varies depending on documents. | |
| Route 4: Temporary Injury | - Medical evidence of a temporary injury affecting speed of working. | - Urgently submit a JCQ application for temporary conditions. - Ensure appropriate accommodations are in place promptly. - Allow practice with extra time if possible. |
Varies depending on case and documentation. | |
| Laptop Use | Route 1: Learning Difficulty | - Evidence of learning difficulty requiring a laptop (e.g., slow handwriting
speed). - Demonstration that laptop use is the candidate’s normal way of working. |
- No JCQ application needed if it reflects normal practice. - Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations (disable spell check, predictive text). - Retain evidence of need for inspection. |
£30 per exam (may vary by centre). |
| Route 2: Medical Condition or Physical Disability | - Medical evidence showing the need for assistance in writing tasks (e.g., arthritis). | - Ensure laptop use reflects the candidate’s normal way of working. - Comply with JCQ regulations for secure laptop use during exams. - Retain evidence. |
£30 per exam (may vary by centre). | |
| Route 3: Temporary Injury | - Medical evidence supporting temporary need for a laptop (e.g., wrist injury). | - Arrange laptop use without formal JCQ application for temporary conditions. - Ensure laptop use aligns with JCQ rules and retain evidence. |
£30 per exam (may vary by centre). | |
| Own Room (Separate Invigilation) | Route 1: Medical Condition (e.g., Anxiety, Health Issues) | - Medical evidence supporting the need for separate rooming. - Evidence that this is the normal way of working. |
- Arrange separate invigilation. - No JCQ application needed if this reflects the candidate’s normal way of working. - Ensure JCQ exam conditions are met. - Retain documentation. |
Varies depending on resources. |
| Route 2: Social, Emotional, or Mental Health Needs | - Professional assessment indicating the need for separate invigilation. - History of support (e.g., support plans, teacher reports). |
- Provide separate invigilation in line with the candidate's needs. - Retain supporting documents for JCQ inspection. |
Varies depending on resources. | |
| Route 3: Sensory or Physical Disabilities | - Medical evidence showing the need for separate room or adapted environment. | - Arrange suitable invigilation and environment. - Ensure compliance with JCQ regulations. - Retain documentation. |
Varies depending on resources. | |
| Home Invigilation (Alternative Site Arrangement) | Route 1: Medical Condition | - Medical documentation confirming the candidate’s inability to attend the centre. | - Submit a JCQ application for home invigilation. - Appoint a trained invigilator. - Maintain the security of the exam. - Keep documentation for JCQ inspection. |
Costs may include invigilator fees and travel expenses. |
| Route 2: Psychological/Mental Health Condition | - Psychological report from a qualified professional. | - Submit a JCQ application with supporting evidence. - Arrange home invigilation if approved. - Ensure exam conditions are met. - Retain documentation. |
Costs may include invigilator fees and travel expenses. | |
| Route 3: Physical Disabilities | - Specialist report confirming the need for home invigilation (e.g., mobility issues). | - Ensure home exam conditions are in line with JCQ standards. - Provide necessary equipment (e.g., secure storage for papers). - Retain evidence for inspection. |
Costs may include invigilator fees, equipment rental. | |
| Practical Assistant | Route 1: Physical Disabilities | - Medical evidence showing the need for practical assistance (e.g., limited hand function). | - Submit a JCQ application detailing the tasks. - Ensure the assistant follows JCQ regulations. - The assistant must not influence the outcome. - Retain evidence for inspection. |
Varies depending on arrangement (e.g., assistant fees). |
| Route 2: Visual or Hearing Impairments | - Medical evidence and school records supporting the need for a practical assistant. | - Submit a JCQ application. - Ensure the assistant follows the candidate’s instructions accurately. - Retain all supporting documentation for JCQ inspection. |
Varies depending on arrangement. | |
| Route 3: Temporary Injury | - Medical evidence confirming temporary need for a practical assistant (e.g., broken arm). | - Submit the JCQ application promptly. - Ensure the assistant is properly trained. - Retain supporting documents. |
Varies depending on arrangement. | |
| Access Arrangements for Anxiety | N/A | - Medical documentation from a professional (e.g., psychologist) demonstrating anxiety-related impairments affecting exam performance. | - Submit JCQ application for appropriate arrangements (e.g., supervised rest breaks,
separate invigilation, or extra time). - Allow candidate to practice with arrangements. - Retain evidence. |
Varies depending on resources and documentation. |
At Exam Centre London, we pride ourselves on being an affordable and accessible exam centre, dedicated to meeting the diverse assessment needs of all candidates. Whether you are a home educator, distance learner, excluded or local authority learner, or an independent learner, we are here to support your qualification journey with a variety of examination and assessment options.GCSEs (General Certificate of Secondary Education),IGCSEs (International General Certificate of Secondary Education),A Levels (Advanced Level),AS Levels (Advanced Subsidiary Level)
Our exam centres are conveniently located in Ilford and Forest Gate, making us easily accessible from all parts of London and the South-East. Situated close to major transport hubs, Exam Centre London is dedicated to providing accessible and affordable assessment opportunities tailored to the unique needs of our learners. We are proud to have supported thousands of candidates from Central and Greater London and Essex, helping them achieve their qualifications and reach their educational goals.
At Exam Centre London, we are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. We offer special access arrangements for candidates with additional needs. To qualify, candidates must provide valid documentation, after which a special access fee will be applied.
Accessible Locations: Centrally located in East London, close to major transport routes.
Affordable Rates: Competitive pricing to accommodate all candidates.
Wide Range of Exam Options: From GCSEs to professional qualifications, we offer a range of examinations.
Special Access Arrangements: Tailored support for candidates with special needs.
