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Have questions about exams, pricing, or our services? Our friendly education specialists are here to help you every step of the way.

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General Inquires: 020 3302 8140

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Private Exam Centre
Bestgrade Education
435–437 Cranbrook Road,
Ilford, Essex, IG1 4UW

Our main examination centre

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Free Registration Guidance & Consultations

You can register for exams entirely online without needing to visit our exam office.

If you have any questions about your exam application or concerns about the registration process, we offer a free 30-minute consultation with one of our experienced exam officers.

  • In-Person Meetings: If you wish to meet an exam officer at our centre, please pre-book an appointment, as we cannot always accommodate walk-ins.

  • Remote Support: You can also call or email us for guidance at any time.

We’re here to make your exam registration process smooth, clear, and stress-free.

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Private Exam Centre
Bestgrade Education
435–437 Cranbrook Road,
Ilford, Essex, IG1 4UW

By Public Transport

We are located at the junction of Cranbrook Road and Beehive Lane (Old Barclays Bank building).

  • Tube: Approximately 7 minutes’ walk from Gants Hill Station (Central Line).

  • Buses: Easily accessible from Ilford and Newham via buses 123, 128, 150, 167, 179, 462, 667, 677, 679.

By Car

  • On-site Parking: Plenty of free parking spaces are available in front of our building.

  • Alternative Parking: If our car park is full, additional parking is available on Beehive Lane (30 minutes free).

We are easily accessible and ready to welcome you for exams, consultations, or guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about our exam services.

We welcome private and external candidates who wish to take GCSE, IGCSE, AS/A-Level, Functional Skills or other exams independently. This includes home-educated learners, adult students, or anyone needing to resit or take exams outside their school.

We work with all major UK exam boards: AQA, Edexcel (Pearson), OCR, WJEC / Eduqas and Cambridge International (CAIE). Qualifications include GCSE (9–1), IGCSE, AS/A-Level, International A-Level and Functional Skills (Level 1 & 2).

1. Complete our online registration form.
2. Pay the required fee (covering entry, admin, invigilation, and hall use).
3. Receive an entry confirmation from our team.
4. Attend your allocated exam venue on the exam day.

Exams are held at our approved venues across the UK. You can register, submit documents, and pay online — visiting the centre in person isn’t necessary until exam day.

Fees depend on the exam board and subject. They include entry fees, invigilation and administration costs. Discounts may apply when booking multiple subjects together.

Yes. We frequently handle entries for candidates retaking exams or improving grades from previous sessions.

Yes, we can provide predicted grades and UCAS support letters upon request. Additional documentation may be required.

Results are emailed to candidates as soon as they are released by the exam boards. Certificates are posted or can be collected once available.

If you need to withdraw or change a subject, contact us immediately. Refunds and changes depend on the stage of your entry and the exam board’s deadlines.

Free phone: 0800 772 3464
Landline: 020 3302 8140
WhatsApp: 0777 121 2929
Email: exams@bestgrade.co.uk