Download our Information Booklet Hopefully you will have received the results that you had hoped for. If you’re not happy with your A Level results on results day, it’s completely understandable — emotions can run high, and it’s important to take a moment before deciding what to do next. If you believe there may have been a marking error or administrative mistake, head to the first floor of the Library [only accessible by following the clearly signposted one way system] where our expert staff will talk you through your options. They’ll help you decide whether a clerical check or a review of marking is appropriate, making sure you don’t spend time or money on something unlikely to change your outcome. If needed, they’ll provide you with the right forms and guidance. The options are explained below:
Service 1 – Clerical Check
A check of all clerical procedures which led to the issuing of a result.
Closing date: Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 2.00pm
Service 2 – Review of Marking
This includes a clerical check. This is a post-result review of the original marking to ensure that the agreed mark scheme has been applied correctly. It is not a re-marking of the script. You may order a copy of the script at the same time (at extra cost). If your university entry in September depends upon the outcome of a review of marking, you can pay extra to have a priority review which is actioned quicker.
This service is not available to internally assessed and externally moderated components, eg coursework, including all Art and Design units. There was an opportunity to request a review for these units earlier in the year.
Closing dates:
Service 2P Priority Review of Marking: Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 2.00 pm. Exam board timeframe for an outcome of a review is 15 days.
Service 2 Review of Marking: Wednesday 23 September 2026 at 2.00 pm. Exam board timeframe for an outcome of a review is 20 days.
You can download your personalised form via the ‘Documents’ section on your student Portal and return the completed form by submitting here. You will then be sent a payment link to make payment by card. Please note that all requests and payment MUST be received by the Exams Office no later than the above and below deadlines as the Exam Boards will not process requests after these dates.
You should seek advice from your subject tutor before making a decision. Whatever advice you may receive, if you decide to seek a check or review of marking you must accept responsibility for the outcome.
Return of Scripts – Service ATS
Access to scripts – These are available from all boards at a cost of £10.00 per script. If you suspect that your script has been undermarked, you may obtain an electronic copy. Based on the advice of your tutor you would then still have the option of asking for a Review of Marking.
Closing date: Wednesday 24 September 2025 at 2.00pm
SUMMER 2027 RESITS
Entries for Summer 2026 leavers must be made between Monday 11 January and Wednesday 20 January 2027. Please email exams@kedst.ac.uk within this window. There is no need to inform the College of your intentions before then so you have plenty of time to decide.
Resits are normally permitted for all written papers; coursework and practical components must be carried forward. The cost is approximately £150 per A level plus a one off £100.00 external candidate fee. As all subjects are linear, all papers must be sat again.
This process does not allow any further college tuition. You will be required to self-study and come into college for exams only. Access to Moodle and other college systems/textbooks is unavailable.
