Why you should locate your centre in advance

• Reduces anxiety and last‑minute rushing.
• Lets you choose the best route and transport option.
• Helps you estimate travel time and leave with a safe buffer.
• Allows you to identify potential challenges (traffic, parking, long walking distances).

Step‑by‑step checklist (what to do and when)

1. Print your exam slip as soon as it is released. Don’t wait until the last day — have a hard copy well before the exam so you can confirm the centre name, full address and reporting time.
2. Verify the exact address and landmark. Centre names can be similar; note the full street address and any nearby landmarks to avoid confusion.
3. Use a navigation app to plan your route. Put the address into Google Maps or another navigation tool to check travel time and possible routes. Note alternatives in case of traffic or road closures.
4. Do a practice run if possible. Visit the centre at least once before exam day — especially if the location is unfamiliar, in a different town, or in an area with poor signage.
5. Inform a parent or relative. Tell someone where the centre is and when you plan to travel; they can accompany you for the practice run or on exam day if needed.
6. Plan timely departure. On exam day, leave early. Allow extra time for unexpected delays — aim to arrive at the centre well before the reporting time.
7. Prepare the required documents and items. Keep your printed exam slip, an accepted form of ID, and any permitted stationery ready the night before. Place them in a folder so they’re easy to find.
8. Know the rules about prohibited items. Do not carry phones, smartwatches or other banned devices into the exam hall. Confirm what is allowed with your centre or official exam instructions.

Additional practical tips

• If your centre is in another town, arrange accommodation the night before to avoid long early‑morning travel.
• Check local transport schedules and contacts (taxi, ride‑share) so you’re not stranded.
• Have a small backup plan: extra pens, batteries for allowed devices (if any), and essentials packed the night before.
• Keep calm on the day — deep breaths and positive focus help more than last‑minute cramming.