Visit the Centre
We are located on Ilford High Road — accessible by Elizabeth line, bus and car, with free parking nearby.
Address
Unit 2, 388 High Road
Ilford, Essex IG1 1TL
7 minutes walk from Ilford Exchange Mall and Redbridge Central Library.
10 minutes walk from Ilford rail stations.
By Elizabeth Line / Train
The nearest station is Ilford on the Elizabeth line (also served by National Rail). The centre is approximately 10 minutes walk along Ilford High Road. The Elizabeth line connects Ilford directly to central London (no changes) and further east into Essex — making us accessible from a wide area.
By Bus
Ilford High Road is well served by TfL bus routes connecting to East London and Essex, including routes 25, 86, 123, 147, 150, 169, 179 and 396. Alight at Ilford High Road.
By Car
The centre is on Ilford High Road (A123). Approach via the A12 Eastern Avenue or Cranbrook Road. There is no parking at the centre itself.
Parking — Francis Street
The nearest parking is on Francis Street (a short walk from the centre):
- Free with RingGo app or pay machine ticket
- Also available as 2-hour pay & park
- Additional paid car parks are available within 5 minutes walk
By Bicycle
The centre is located within the Redbridge cycling network. Secure bicycle storage is available on-site.
On exam day: Arrive by 8.30am for morning exams (starting 9.00am) and by 12.30pm for afternoon exams (starting 1.00pm). Allow extra time if driving — Francis Street parking can fill quickly on busy exam days.
Areas we serve
We serve candidates from across East London and Essex, including: Ilford, Seven Kings, Goodmayes, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Gidea Park, Harold Wood, Brentwood, Shenfield, Stratford, Maryland, Forest Gate, Manor Park, Whitechapel, Liverpool Street, Barking, Redbridge, Gants Hill, Walthamstow, Dagenham, Woodford and beyond.
Unit 2, 388 High Road
Ilford, Essex IG1 1TL
Opening Hours
In-person / centre open
Phone & WhatsApp Hours
We reply next working day outside these hours
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