UK Enterprise Awards 2026 / 130 Best Private Candidate Examination Services Provider 2026 & Accessible Examination Support Excellence Award 2026 Established in 2014 and headquartered in Coventry, Tutors & Exams has a network of exam centres nationwide and is staffed by colleagues who, collectively, have more than 100 years of experience working within the education sector. It aims to provide learners, typically those outside of mainstream education, with access to assessment opportunities, regardless of age or background. We find out more from Ben Connors as the organisation receives two prestigious accolades in the UK Enterprise Awards 2026. Tutors & Exams is one of the UK’s leading private examination centre networks, supporting candidates across the country and internationally to provide examination services for GCSEs, A Levels, Functional Skills, vocational qualifications and international qualifications through a wide range of awarding organisations. The organisation’s candidates come from many different backgrounds. This includes home-educated learners, adult learners returning to education, international students, school referrals, alternative provision settings and candidates requiring specialist support or access arrangements. Alongside examination entry services, Tutors & Exams also provides access arrangements support, home invigilation, remote invigilation, NEA and coursework administration, practical endorsements, speaking assessments and candidate guidance throughout the examination process. With core values centred around accessibility, integrity, professionalism and support, the company’s aim is to make examinations accessible, professional and supportive whilst maintaining the highest levels of compliance and integrity, and it is particularly passionate about widening access to education for candidates who may not fit within traditional educational pathways. “At the centre of everything we do is the candidate experience,” explains Ben Connors, Managing Director of Tutors & Exams, as he speaks of the organisation’s unique selling point. “We understand that examinations can be stressful and, for many learners, represent a significant personal milestone. Our goal every day is to provide a calm, professional and supportive environment where candidates feel prepared and treated fairly.” The education and assessment sector continues to evolve rapidly, particularly following changes in technology, accessibility requirements and candidate expectations. Tutors & Exams ensures it stays ahead of the curve by investing heavily in operational systems, compliance training and digital infrastructure to continue to deliver high standards across all centres. One of the biggest trends within the UK education sector that Ben has noticed recently is the increasing demand for flexible learning and assessment pathways, and he has seen significant growth in private candidates, adult learners and home-educated students seeking alternative routes to qualifications. There has also been a major increase in demand for access arrangements and specialist support. More candidates now require adjustments to ensure fair access to examinations, which has led to greater focus on evidence, compliance and candidate wellbeing. Technology is also continuing to shape the sector. Digital systems, remote invigilation and online candidate portals are becoming increasingly important in improving communication and operational efficiency. “These developments align closely with the work we already do,” Ben elaborates. “Our organisation has always focused on accessibility, flexibility and candidate support, so we are well positioned to respond to these changes. Through innovation, operational scale and specialist support services, we are helping expand opportunities for learners both within the UK and internationally.” A company is only as strong as its people, and this couldn’t be more true for Tutors & Exams. The dedicated team are professional, adaptable, supportive and genuinely cares about candidate outcomes. Whilst technical skills are important, attitude, resilience, communication and the ability to remain calm under pressure are equally valuable in the firm’s environment. Ben is also a big believer in internal progression and development. Many members of the team have progressed through different operational and management roles within the organisation, with ongoing training, leadership development and opportunities to gain experience across multiple areas of the business being offered as standard. In the wake of Tutors & Exams gaining notable recognition in the UK Enterprise Awards, Ben not only recognises the dedication of the entire team, but also of the wider team across operations, commercial, finance, NEA, access arrangements, invigilation and customer support, especially during peak examination periods where teamwork and professionalism are essential. Now, a major focus for the organisation as it moves into 2027 is increasing candidate access by expanding its examination centre network into additional locations. “Demand for flexible examination provision continues to grow, particularly amongst private candidates, home-educated learners and adult learners, and we are committed to making high-quality examination access available to more communities across the UK,” he adds. “As we continue to grow, our priority will remain maintaining high standards of compliance, professionalism and candidate care whilst scaling sustainably and responsibly.” Contact: Ben Connors Company: Tutors & Exams Web Address: www.tutorsandexams.uk Tutors & Exams
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