External Candidates

Ealing Independent College accepts private candidates for GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level examinations during the November and May-June exam period for those students who are preparing for their exams while studying independently. Subjects offered can be found below.

Summer 2026

We have now opened registration for a limited number of subjects. Please email externalexams@ealingindependentcollege.com with subjects you wish to sit, and we will guide you through the next steps.

Please note that we do not offer refunds. Private candidates may only defer their exams to the next exam series. To request a deferral, please email externalexams@ealingindependentcollege.com. All requests must be submitted before the Easter holidays.

GCSE Subjects

Mathematics

Further Mathematics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Double Science

Business Studies

English Language

History

Sociology

Geography

Computer Science

A Level Subjects

Mathematics

Further Mathematics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Economics

Business Studies

English Literature

History

Sociology

Geography

Psychology

Computer Science

If you have a requirement to sit the English Language spoken endorsement at GCSE, please email externalexams@ealingindependentcollege.com for more information.

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Examination preparation for external A Level candidates

Many students find mock examinations to be an invaluable part of their preparation. They provide the chance to practise under real exam conditions, manage strict timings, and gain a clearer picture of current performance levels. This experience highlights areas for improvement and allows you to refine your examination technique, ensuring you can showcase your knowledge effectively when it matters most. At A-level, mastering timing and developing the right approach to the specific demands of each paper are crucial steps towards success.

1. December Mock Examinations

You will sit one mock paper for your course at our centre in December (the number of papers varies by course). This will be conducted under JCQ examination conditions. In 2025, the series takes place during the weeks commencing 8th and 15th December.
Papers will be marked and returned with a copy of the mark scheme, if available.
Predicted grade: Based on your performance, you can elect to receive a predicted grade for use in your UCAS application. This will be supplied before the Christmas break and in good time for the final UCAS deadline.

Regretfully, we cannot accommodate pupils who require a separate room, a scribe or a reader

2. Easter Mock Examinations

You will sit one mock paper for your course at our centre before the Easter break (the number of papers varies by course). This will be conducted under JCQ examination conditions. In 2026, the series takes place during the weeks commencing 16th and 23rd March.
Papers will be marked and returned with a copy of the mark scheme, if available.
There is no UCAS predicted grade supplied with this option.

Regretfully, we cannot accommodate pupils who require a separate room, a scribe or a reader

3. December and Easter Mock Examinations

You will sit all mock papers for your course at our centre during both mock sessions (the number of papers varies by course). These will be conducted under JCQ examination conditions. This option gives you the best chance to measure improvement and fully develop your examination technique.
Papers will be marked and returned with a copy of the mark scheme, if available.
Predicted grade: Based on your performance, you can elect to receive a predicted grade for use in your UCAS application. This will be supplied before the Christmas break and in good time for the final UCAS deadline.

Regretfully, we cannot accommodate pupils who require a separate room, a scribe or a reader

4. Pricing

Prices Excl VAT (will be applied)	1 mock session (December or Easter)	December and Easter Mock sessions
First course	£300	£500
Second course	£200	£350
Third course	£100	£150
Any further courses	£100	£150
3 A-levels	£600	£1000

Enquire now by contacting externalexams@ealingindependentcollege.com