Decca Group Ltd

From school support to exams, university entry and global study pathways.

Decca Group connects tuition, accredited examinations, UCAS guidance and medical university pathway support for learners and families in East London and beyond.

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JCQ Approved Centre

NCN 13356

Regulated exam delivery since 2014

Awarding Bodies

Pearson Edexcel AQA OCR Cambridge

Open

7 days

Mon – Sun, including weekends

Leadership experience

25+ years

Academic & operational expertise

25+ Years of combined leadership experience

4+ Awarding bodies and exam board partnerships

3 Specialist divisions under the Group

7 days Open every week, including weekends

One group. Connected education pathways.

Academic support, recognised exams, university guidance and community impact — all under one roof.

Examination Centre

JCQ-approved GCSE, IGCSE, A Level and professional testing for private candidates and institutions.

Tuition

Small-group and one-to-one teaching for learners aged 8 to 18 in Maths, English, Science and more.

Medical Pathways

Expert advice for Medicine, Dentistry and healthcare degrees in the UK and overseas.

Our Services

A group built around learning, assessment and progression.

Through Ark Tuition, Ark Exam Centre and our developing Medical Pathways service, Decca Group supports families from school preparation through to recognised qualifications, university applications and international study options.

Examinations

Private Candidate Exam Centre

GCSE, IGCSE, A Level, university proctoring and professional computer-based examinations delivered through secure, compliant processes.

Pearson Edexcel, AQA, OCR and Cambridge International
Access arrangements and special consideration support
Mock examinations and predicted grade evidence

Tuition

Small-Group and One-to-One Tuition

Personalised support in Maths, English, Science, 11 Plus, GCSE preparation, Functional Skills and coding qualifications.

Small groups with focused tutor attention
Free initial assessments and progress reviews
Evening, weekend and holiday programmes

University Pathways

Medical and Healthcare Study Advice

Guidance for students considering Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and healthcare degrees in the UK or overseas.

Course and destination guidance
UCAS, interview and entrance preparation
Support for families comparing overseas routes

25+

Years of combined leadership Academic strategy and operational delivery across UK and international education

JCQ

Approved examination centre NCN 13356 — Pearson Edexcel, AQA, OCR and Cambridge International

Days open every week Monday to Sunday, including weekends and school holidays

Awarding body partnerships GCSE, IGCSE, A Level and professional examination delivery

Why Decca Group

Professional standards with a family-run education ethos.

Decca Group combines experienced educators, secure assessment environments, university guidance and responsive learner support. Our work is underpinned by safeguarding, academic integrity, regulatory compliance and clear communication.

We are practical and personal: learners and families can speak directly with a knowledgeable team, understand their options and receive support that fits their academic pathway.

Regulated and compliant delivery

Accessible learner support

Experienced leadership team

Clear university progression routes

What Families Say

Trusted by learners, parents and institutions.

★★★★★

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Our son needed to resit his GCSE Maths outside of school. The Ark Exam Centre team handled everything clearly and professionally. We knew exactly what to expect from booking right through to results day.

Parent of a private candidate Essex

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The small-group tuition gave my daughter real confidence in English. The tutors were genuinely invested in her progress and the regular reviews helped us track exactly what she was working on each week.

Parent of an Ark Tuition learner Ilford

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My daughter sat her A Level Biology as a private candidate after changing sixth forms. The centre made the whole process straightforward — registration, access arrangements and results notification were all handled clearly and efficiently.

Parent of a private candidate A Level examinations, Ark Exam Centre

Our Divisions

Connected services across the Decca Group.

News and Insights

Updates from education, exams, UCAS and student pathways.

Deadlines, guidance, learner stories and charitable project updates from across the Group.

Exam Guidance

Preparing for private candidate exam entries

What learners and parents should gather before booking GCSE, IGCSE or A Level examinations.

Tuition

How small-group tuition supports academic progress

Why focused teaching, regular reviews and clear expectations can improve learner confidence.

Medical Pathways

Medicine and dentistry options beyond the UK

How families can compare entry requirements, recognition, costs and support before choosing a pathway.

Charitable Projects

Opening doors through education and community support.

Decca Group runs charitable initiatives, community learning programmes, international education projects and practical support for learners who need additional guidance beyond our standard services.

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Need help choosing the right education pathway?

Speak to the Decca Group team about tuition, exams, UCAS, medical pathways or community partnerships.