Section 1 – Key Information
This document outlines the main points for private candidates applying for GCSE, iGCSE, AS-Level, and A-Level exams at Eternal Light Secondary School.
Exams Available
- Eligible: Written exams only (GCSE, iGCSE, AS-Level, A-Level).
- Exam Boards: AQA, Pearson (Edexcel), OCR, Cambridge (CIE)
- Not Available: Subjects with Non-Examination Assessments (NEAs) or practical components (e.g. science practicals, art coursework, most MFL spoken endorsements).
- Exceptions: Candidates re-sitting who wish to carry forward a previously submitted NEA or practical grade may be considered. You must provide your exam board details so the grade can be carried forward.
Application Process
- Form: Complete all sections accurately, including the correct tier (Foundation/Higher) if applicable.
- UCI Number: If you have sat UK exams before, provide your UCI. If not, state this on your form.
- ID Check: Submit a valid photo ID (passport or driving licence) and a recent photo. If your appearance has changed significantly, please notify the exams officer.
- Completion of an online form does not mean your exam has been confirmed, please wait for a response from the exams office.
- We cannot provide predicted grades or references to private candidates.
Exam Fees
- Fees are charged per subject and cover all papers within that subject (e.g. all three papers for GCSE Maths).
- Additional admin fees may apply if your application requires extra processing.
Access Arrangements
If you require access arrangements (AA), please include full details with your application and provide supporting evidence (see examples below).
- EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan)
- Normal way of working form (from teacher/tutor)
- JCQ Form 8 (from school/college)
- Access Arrangement Online approval
- Reports from an educational psychologist, specialist assessor, or learning support service
- Medical letters (consultant, GP, CAMHS, psychiatrist)
- Reports from local authority sensory impairment services, speech and language therapists, occupational health, etc.
Early submission recommended: Please apply at least three weeks before the entry deadline if you require access arrangements.
Exam Day Information
- Times: Morning exams start at 9:00 AM, afternoon exams at 1:30 PM. Arrive at least 15 minutes early.
- Dress Code: Eternal Light is a faith school. All candidates are expected to follow a modest dress code.
Results
- Results will be emailed by 8:00 AM on results day.
Personal Information
- Ensure your name matches exactly with your ID (including middle names). Missing names may delay exam entries.
- Provide an emergency contact once your entry is confirmed.
Late Entries & Amendments
- Deadlines: Submit entries before the published deadline to avoid late fees.
- Late Fees: Exam boards charge extra for late or amended entries. These charges are outside the school’s control.
- Responsibility: Candidates are responsible for ensuring all details are correct before deadlines.
Entry Deadlines
| Series | Exam | Entry Deadline: | Late Fees Start: | Amendment & High Late Fees: |
| Autumn Series | GCSE (Eng & Maths only) | 27 Sep 2025 | 28 Sep 2025 | 10 Oct 2025 (Entries closed from 17 Oct) |
| iGCSE | 05 Sep 2025 | 06 Sep 2025 | 01 Oct 2025 (Entries closed from 07 Oct) | |
| Summer Series | GCSE & A-Level | 31 Jan 2026 | 01 Feb 2026 | 01 April 2026 (Entries closed from 17 Apr) |
Section 2 – Booking Procedure
- Submit your application form.
- If space is available, you will receive an email with payment instructions.
- Once you receive this email, your place will be held for 7 days. To secure your booking, a non-refundable £100 deposit must be paid within this period.
- Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of the deposit. Please note that spaces are limited, and once the exam hall is full, we will be unable to accept further applications.
Payment Terms
- Before Entry Deadline: Pay balance by the stated date to secure the standard fee.
- Between Entry & Late Fee Dates: Full balance due within 7 days.
- After High Late Fee Date: Full balance due immediately on confirmation of space.
DEADLINES FOR REFUNDS
Autumn 2025 (Nov) GCSE (All boards): 9th October 2025
Pearson iGCSE: 30th September 2025
Summer 2026 (May/June) Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE: 11th February 2026
OCR GCSE: 31st March 2026
OCR A-level: 31st March 2026
AQA GCSE/A-level: 31st March 2026
Pearson GCSE/iGCSE/A-level: 31st March 2026
Once entries have been made, if you decide to withdraw from an exam before the exam board refund deadline (above), you will be refunded the exam fee for each subject, minus a £70.00 administration charge per subject. No refunds are available for withdrawals after these dates (all exam boards).
Section 3 – Subjects Available
Autumn 2025 (Nov)
GCSE (AQA/Pearson): English Language Mathematics
iGCSE (Pearson only): Accounting Arabic Biology
Chemistry English Language (Spec A & B) Economics
English Literature Further Pure Maths Geography
History Human Biology Physics
Mathematics (Spec A & B) Science Double Award
Summer 2026 (May/June)
iGCSE: Accounting Arabic Biology
(Pearson & CIE) Business Chemistry Economics
English Language (Spec A & B) English Literature Geography Further Pure Mathematics Global Citizenship History
Science (Single/Double Award) Islamic Studies Physics
Mathematics (Spec A & B) Religious Studies Human Biology
GCSE: Biology* Business Chemistry*
(All exam boards†) Citizenship Studies* Classical Civilisation Economics
English Language English Literature Geography*
History* Mathematics Physics*
Psychology Religious Studies Statistics
Sociology Science Combined (Synergy & Trilogy)
Triple Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
A-Level: Accounting Ancient History Arabic
(All exam boards†) Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) Biology* Business
Chemistry Classical Civilisation Economics
English Language* English Literature* Further Mathematics Geography* History* History of Art
Law Mathematics Philosophy
Physics* Polish Politics
Psychology Religious Studies Sociology
Statistics
If your subject is not listed, please email exams@eternallightschool.co.uk.
†AQA, Pearson (Edexcel), OCR, Cambridge (CIE)
* This subject is only available to private candidates if it is a retake, the NEA (practical unit) has already been completed, and the mark is to be carried forward. Candidates must ensure their UCI matches their previous entry.
Section 4 – Exam Fees
| EXAM TYPE | ENTRY FEES | LATE FEES | HIGH LATE FEES | |
| GCSE EXAM | £220.00 | £305.00 | £405.00 | |
| GCSE DOUBLE AWARD SCIENCE | £315.00 | £465.00 | £615.00 | |
| GCSE MFL (Modern Foreign Language) | £245.00 | £335.00 | £630.00 | |
| EDEXCEL IGCSE (Not including MFL) | £225.00 | £320.00 | £445.00 | |
| EDEXCEL IGCSE MFL | £265.00 | £395.00 | £430.00 | |
| EDEXCEL IGCSE DOUBLE AWARD SCIENCE | £300.00 | £460.00 | £540.00 | |
| CAMBRIDGE iGCSE Not including MFL (Summer only) | £240.00 | £343.00 | £635.00 | |
| CAMBRIDGE iGCSE DOUBLE SCIENCE (Summer only) | £330.00 | £518.00 | £455.00 | |
| GCE AS LEVEL | £220.00 | £330.00 | £695.00 | |
| GCE A LEVEL | £385.00 | £560.00 | £460.00 | |
| LANGUAGE SPEAKING TESTS | ||||
| ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENDORSEMENT (Subject to availability) | £95.00 | |||
| OTHER CHARGES | ||||
| ENTRY AMENDMENT FEE | PRICE ON APPLICATION | |||
| EXAM CLASH SUPERVISION | £20 PER HOUR | |||
| TRANSFERRED CANDIDATE & OTHER ADMIN FEE (where applicable) | £90 PER APPLICANT | |||
| ACCESS ARRANGEMENTS (AA) | ||||
| Separate room | Subject to availability | |||
| Rest breaks | Subject to availability | |||
| Computer reader/reader | Subject to availability | |||
| Remote supervision /off-site invigilation | Service unavailable | |||
| Scribe/ speech recognition technology | Service unavailable | |||
| Modified Papers | Subject to availability (if requested in advance of modified paper submission deadline) | |||
| Extra time | Available pending submission of required evidence | |||
| Examples of evidence required for AA | See list in Section 1 | |||
Contact Information
Venue: EL Exams, Eternal Light, Christopher Street, Bradford, BD5 9DH
Tel: 01274 501597 (Option 4)
Email: exams@eternallightschool.co.uk