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GCSE English Equivalency Test Paper Based

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GCSE English Equivalency Test Paper Based

The A star equivalency testing service enables you to book and take your Paper Based GCSE English equivalency test at home.

From: £225.00
  • Paper Based GCSE English Equivalency Online Exam for Teaching, Nursing, & Other Courses
  • 2 Hour 10 Minute Exam
  • Recommended by Training Providers - Lowest Cost Exam Guaranteed
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GCSE English Equivalency Online Course 24/25

The A Star Equivalency GCSE English online course for the 2024/2025 academic year provides everything you need to pass the GCSE English equivalency test.

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How do I prepare for the GCSE English Equivalency Test?

Assessment Objectives and Guidance

Our assessment objectives are benchmarked against recognised examination criteria.
English Equivalency Exam Specification

GCSE English Equivalency Exam Writing Questions

See the style of writing questions from your actual exam. The writing section is important as it is 40% of your assessment.
English practice writing paper

Equivalency Sample Paper

Access GCSE English Equivalency test past papers pdf, mark scheme and insert below.
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A star Equivalency has set up a Facebook support group to help every Equivalency student. Take a look at the A star Equivalency Facebook Group.

Everything you need in one place

Our course options provide all the materials necessary to revise for and pass the exam, including comprehensive practice questions, revision notes, and past papers.

Specifically designed for the exam

The course is specifically designed to align with the exam content. We take pride in offering authentic past papers and sample papers created by examiners.

Online Delivery

Our courses are completely online, with no physical resources needed, allowing you to access them from anywhere with an internet connection. The materials are available 24/7, giving you the flexibility to study whenever it suits you best. See our
equivalency online course page for more details.

Make a study plan

Developing a study plan for your Equivalency Test is an excellent starting point. Outline when and how you intend to revise.

Start revising early

Start your revision early to ensure you have ample time to cover the entire course without feeling rushed. Consistently scoring 60% or above in your mock exams and topic tests is a strong indication that you’re ready for the actual exam.

Do lots of practice papers and questions

Practising with exam papers is the most effective way to enhance your revision. That’s why the A Star course includes several high-quality past papers and sample exam papers, so you know what to expect in the real exam.

Contact our expert exam team

Contact our expert exam team to receive advice about which qualification is best suited for your situation, or call 020 8135 8868 to book now.

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English Equivalency Exam Grade Boundaries

We closely monitor all exam results, how these change over time, and regularly alter our grade boundaries to reflect these fluctuations.

This analytical approach ensures that our exams are always up to date in terms of their level of difficulty, and match the specifications they are benchmarked against.

GCSE English Equivalency Grade Boundaries

 

Grade Marks Percentage
Grade A*, A**, (9) 79/100  79%+
Grade A*-, (8) 73/100  73%+
Grade A-, A, A+, (7) 68/100  68%+
Grade B+, (6) 61/100  61%+
Grade B-, B, (5) 54/100  54%+
Grade C-, C, C+ (4) 48/100  48%+
Grade 3 35/100  35%+
Grade 2 23/100  23%+
Grade 1 10/100  10%+

Unclassified:   0-9 Marks   0%

How is the English GCSE Equivalency Exam Marked and Graded?

The A Star Equivalency English exam is 2 hours 10 minutes long, and is out of 100 marks. The first 60 marks of the paper consists of reading questions, and the remaining 40 marks is a single writing question.

Note: Training Providers will require a minimum of 4 (equivalent to an old C grade) or in Wales a 6 (equivalent to an old B grade).

Frequently Asked Questions

The following is a list of things you will need on the day of your exam:

  1. An internet connection capable of sustaining a video call (please make sure to do a test video call before the day of your exam)
  2. A web cam and audio set up
  3. An acceptable form of ID
  4. A pen and lined paper
  5. A Smartphone (to submit your answers if you complete them on paper).

The online test is simple to navigate.

On the day of your exam, click the Google Meets link sent to you, and the invigilator will share the exam system. You will view the questions on-screen and can choose to type your answers in the provided spaces or write them by hand.

If you opt to handwrite your answers on paper, you will need to scan and submit the paper at the end of the exam. No technical expertise is required to take the exam online; you just need a stable internet connection and a webcam.

The A Star Equivalency English specification guide outlines what is in the English Equivalency examination and how it is assessed.

As English is the primary medium of communication in the UK, strong English skills are crucial. We have developed a high-quality GCSE English Equivalency syllabus that clearly outlines its expectations.

A well-known saying goes, ‘repetition is the mother of skill.’ English Language examinations assess multiple skills simultaneously, so it is essential to allocate time for practice, practice, practice.

If you anticipate needing an English GCSE Equivalency, we strongly recommend starting your preparation as early as possible.

The English equivalency exam is one 2-hour 10 minute English Language equivalency exam, consisting of 100 marks, with 60 being for reading and 40 writing.

The official document linked earlier on this page is very detailed, so an easy-to-follow breakdown of the English equivalency exam content (including assessment objectives) is included here, in the English Equivalency test guide.

You require a GCSE English Equivalency qualification for entry into a higher education course which accepts GCSE equivalencies.

Courses which do this typically include Teaching QTS (minimum of a C/4), Nursing, and Midwifery.

The most effective preparation for your exam is the online course materials, which include everything you need to succeed.

The course offers:

  1. Comprehensive Revision Notes
  2. Practice Questions for Each Topic
  3. Smart Progress Tracking
  4. Complete Past Papers and Sample Papers
  5. AI Marking with Instant Feedback

A Star Equivalency Testing has been the leader in delivering Equivalency Tests since 2002.

As a result, our certificates are accepted by most training providers.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding your training provider, please email [email protected] and we will offer our assistance.

Past papers are included in your online course!

Each one with come with a detailed mark scheme and AI marking with instant feedback, to help you be as prepared as possible.

To find out what you need in order to sit an online exam, and for information about what will happen on the day, please see the Equivalency test instructions using the link below.

A Star Equivalency Test Instructions

These instructions will be sent to every learner when they book an exam with A Star Equivalency.

UCL will only accept a level 5 for all GCSE English qualifications and equivalencies.

In order to get booked in for an extra time exam, you MUST call 020 8135 8868 or email [email protected] to discuss your requirements.

It may take longer to get booked in for an exam as we verify your evidence of extra time.

 

Please be aware:

Due to the extended nature of an extra time exam and invigilator availability, it is not possible to sit these exams in every available exam slot.

Book now choose date later exams expire after 1 year after purchase.

GCSE English Equivalency Exam & Course

Exam Only Exam and Course
Lowest cost online examination Lowest cost online examination
Paper Based Examination (invigilated online) Paper Based Examination (invigilated online)
Certificate included Certificate included
Comprehensive Revision Notes Comprehensive Revision Notes
Practice Questions for Every Topic Practice Questions for Every Topic
Smart Progress Tracking Smart Progress Tracking
Full Past Papers and Sample Papers Full Past Papers and Sample Papers
AI Marking with Instant Feedback AI Marking with Instant Feedback

Some Guidance on your Exam

The video below gives some guidelines on the exam, what happens on the day of the exam, as well as handy information about how to prepare.

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