Private Candidates

UPDATE Oct 2025: GCSE English and Mathematics Entries Closed for November 2025 & Summer 2026 Series

Please be advised that we are no longer accepting applications for GCSE English or GCSE Mathematics for the November 2025 and Summer 2026 examination series.

Entries for other GCSE and A-Level subjects listed in Section 3 of the Information for Private Candidates document, remain available.

ETERNAL LIGHT EXAMS

Eternal Light Secondary School is a recognised exam centre with:

  • AQA
  • OCR
  • Pearson/Edexcel
  • Cambridge International Education (CIE) – Summer series only

How to Apply

1. Read the Information for Private Candidates document

Before applying, please read our Information for Private Candidates document. It contains full details on fees, subjects, and deadlines.

2. Complete the Application Form

Fill in the application form with all required details.

3. Application Review and Confirmation

Once we receive your form, we will review it and email you to confirm whether your exam can be accommodated at our centre.
Response time:

  • November exams: within 7 working days
  • Summer exams: Applications will start to be processed closer to November

4. Applying for Multiple Subjects

If you are applying for more than one subject, include the details of all additional subjects in the “Any other information” section of the form. Make sure to provide for each subject:

  • Exam board
  • Qualification
  • Subject title
  • Entry code

Important!

The entry deadline for summer exams is 31 January 2026. Some popular subjects (such as GCSE Maths, English Science and A-Level Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) may close earlier if spaces are full, so we recommend applying early.

Ready to apply? Complete your form today to secure your place!

Predicted Grades

We do not provide predicted grades or references to private candidates, as these are usually based on a student’s ongoing work, progress tracking, and teacher assessments within the school. Since private candidates do not attend our lessons or submit regular coursework, we are unable to make a fair or accurate judgment of their academic performance. If you require predicted grades or a reference, you may wish to:

  • Approach a qualified tutor who has worked with you over a period of time and can provide an informed assessment.
  • Contact a tuition centre or distance learning provider where you are formally enrolled, as they may be able to issue them.