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GCSE English Equivalency Test
GCSE English Equivalency Test
The A star equivalency testing service enables you to book and take your GCSE English equivalency test at home.
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GCSE English Equivalency Online Exam for Teaching, Nursing, & Other Courses
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2 Hour 10 Minute Exam
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Recommended by Training Providers - Lowest Cost Exam Guaranteed
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Online Course 2026 Online Course
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Free Resit if you Purchase the Premium Course Bundle
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For Questions & Support Call 020 8135 8868
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GCSE English Equivalency Exam & Course
| Exam Only | Exam and Course (Basic Bundle) | Exam and Course (Premium Bundle) | |
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| Lowest cost online examination Lowest cost online examination | |||
| Online examination Online examination | |||
| Certificate included Certificate included | |||
| Full Course Access Full Course Access | - | 3 Months | 12 Months |
| Free Resit Free Resit | |||
| Cost (from) Cost (from) | £149 | £338 | £438 |
Book Now, Choose Date Later?
The ‘Book Now, Choose Date Later’ option is a premium service that gives you complete flexibility over your exam schedule with A Star Equivalency. This convenient booking option allows you to secure your exam slot without selecting a specific date upfront. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or other commitments, it provides the freedom to choose a date when you feel fully prepared and confident. It’s an ideal choice for anyone looking to avoid the pressure of fixed deadlines, allowing you to focus on your studies and adjust your plans as needed. With ‘Book Now, Choose Date Later’, scheduling your exam has never been easier or more stress-free!
Please note that the ‘Book Now, Choose Date Later’ option is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, so be sure to book your exam before it expires.
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Premium, affordable exam booking option
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Book your exam when you’re ready
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No pressure from fixed deadlines
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Perfect for adult learners managing busy schedules
GCSE English Equivalency Online Course 2026
The A Star Equivalency GCSE English online course for the 2026 academic year provides everything you need to pass the GCSE English equivalency test.
Multimedia Learning Resources
Full Past Papers
AI Marking
Progress Tracking
Online Delivery
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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.
A Star 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.
Sign up for our online course for free via the following link to access these writing questions.
English practice writing paper
Equivalency Sample Paper
Sign up to our online course for free via the following links to access our GCSE English equivalency test practice papers, mark schemes and inserts.
Practice Paper
Mark Scheme
Insert
Ask the community
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
With our course options, you get all the materials you need to revise for and pass the exam, with full practice questions, revision videos and notes as well as past papers.
Specifically designed for the exam
The course has been specifically designed to match the content of the exam. We pride ourselves on providing you with genuine past papers and sample papers designed by examiners.
Online Delivery
Our courses are entirely online, with no physical resources required, so you can access them from anywhere with an internet connection.
The materials are available around the clock, providing the flexibility to study whenever it suits you best. See our
equivalency online course page for more details.
Make a study plan
Making a study plan to pass your Equivalency Test is a good place to start. Plan out when you want to revise and how you want to revise.
Start revising early
Start your revision early. Give yourself enough time to cover the entire course without needing to rush. When you consistently score 60% or above in your mock exams and topic tests, it’s a strong indication that you’re ready for the real exam.
Do lots of practice papers and questions
Exam-paper practice is the most important thing you can do to step-up your revision. This is why the A star course comes with several high-quality past papers and sample exam papers, so you know what you expect from 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.
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:
- An internet connection capable of sustaining a video call (please make sure to do a test video call before the day of your exam)
- A web cam and audio set up
- An acceptable form of ID
- A pen and lined paper
- A Smartphone (to submit your answers if you complete them on paper).
The online test is straightforward.
On the day of your exam, click the Google Meets link sent to you, and the invigilator will then share the exams system. You will read the questions on-screen, and then have the option of typing out your answers in the spaces provided, or handwriting them.
If you handwrite your answers on paper, then you will need to scan the paper in at the end of the exam. You do not need any technical knowledge to do the exam online, simply a stable internet connection and a web camera.
The A Star Equivalency English specification guide outlines what is in the English Equivalency examination and how it is assessed.
Since English is the most predominant medium of communication in the UK, good English skills are extremely important. We have worked to deliver a high-quality GCSE English Equivalency syllabus that is transparent about its expectations.
A well-known saying is that ‘repetition is the mother of skill’. English Language examinations are testing you for many different skills at once, so it is vital that you make time to practise, practise, practise.
If you know you will require an English GCSE Equivalency, we would always encourage 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.
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 best preparation for your exam is the online course materials, which contains everything you need to pass your exam.
The course includes:
- Comprehensive Revision Notes
- Practice Questions for Every Topic
- Smart Progress Tracking
- Full Past Past Papers and Sample Papers
- 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.
Yes!
We offer the option of a paper based exam. Please follow this link to see our paper based exam product.
Alternatively, if you want to sit your GCSEs at an exam centre during the national exam periods, see Pass GCSE’s unbeatable service to complete your GCSE English resit.
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.
Yes, you can sit your English GCSE exam as a private candidate! Use Pass GCSE to help you through this process.
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Excellent service!
Invigilator’s instructions were clear and I appreciate the prompt response for the emails, I’ve sent time to time during the process.
My experience with A Star Equivalency was a mix of positives and areas for improvement. I purchased the course and booked my English GCSE Equivalency exam in a hurry as it was a compulsory requirement for my PGCE. The booking process was smooth and straightforward, though I found it quite expensive. The course material was well-structured and the website easy to navigate. The content was designed professionally and, if followed thoroughly and with patience, it effectively prepares you for the exam—as it did for me. I was genuinely pleased with my result, and I credit A Star Equivalency for that. However, I do feel that the exam process could be improved. On the day of the exam, I wasn’t given clear instructions on how to check the remaining time, and the platform had no visible timer. This caused unnecessary stress. Additionally, I was not made aware at the time of booking that choosing a paper-based exam would require an upgrade fee. This information should have been made clear beforehand. During the exam, I was unexpectedly locked out twice—once while attempting to move the camera window which was obstructing my view, and the second time when I tried to ask about the time remaining. These issues could have been avoided if clearer guidance had been provided before the exam began.
Overall, while the course itself was excellent and helped me achieve the result I needed, I believe the exam experience would benefit greatly from clearer communication and better preparation guidance for candidates.
– For further improvement, in view of test-takers, I would suggest an addition of print-out option of the sources A and B in English Equivalency test; it enables ease and irritating-free setup when you are writing answers on papers and seeing continuously on screen, and furthermore, constantly saving by left and right or adjust the borders of the sources and the inserts. Thanks.
The service was superb. All the admin staff were very friendly throughout the whole process. The online self-learning through A STAR was very convenient and it feels just like real exam. I was reminded regularly to make sure I’m on the right track. I would like to recommend A STAR to everyone who needs their GCSE equivalency test done.
Fantastic learning portal with excellent customer service support. Do recommend. Well done. Fully satisfied with the course and exam results.
Excellent!!
There was time consuming exam paper, on top of that the font was small, when you try to adjust the exam paper you need to move right and left for to read. This is extra time wasting. Obvious teenage faster than adult like me to reaching age of 50 are slow like snail. I know what would be my result but I am satisfied with A star.
Arpita
Excellent service. Good communication and well trained staff.
Worked very well for me. Clear instructions, competent examiners, good resources.