Elizabeth line / Train
Ilford station is the nearest stop. Walk along Ilford High Road to reach the centre.
Approx. 10-12 min walkVisit the Centre
We are located on Ilford High Road — accessible by Elizabeth line, bus and car, with free parking nearby.
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Unit 2, 388 High Road, Ilford
Ark Exam Centre is on Ilford High Road, close to Ilford station, Seven Kings station, Ilford Exchange and Redbridge Central Library.
Ilford, Essex IG1 1TL
Arrive early on exam day
Bus
Ilford High Road is served by frequent TfL routes from East London and Essex.
25, 86, 123, 147, 150, 169, 179, 396Car
Use the A12 Eastern Avenue or Cranbrook Road. There is no parking at the centre itself.
Nearest parking: Francis StreetBicycle / Scooter
The centre is within the Redbridge cycling network.
Secure storage available on siteParking nearby
There is no parking at the centre itself. Use one of the nearby public options and allow extra time during busy exam days.
Francis Street Free with RingGo or machine ticket; 2-hour pay & park also available
Connaught Road 1 hour free or paid parking up to 2 hours
Oaklands Park Avenue Pay & park up to 2 hours
High Road 1 hour free or paid parking up to 2 hours
Ss Peter & Paul Car Park Postcode IG1 1QP
Opening hours
Centre visits
Monday - Friday9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday9:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday9:30am - 2:00pm
Phone & WhatsApp
Monday - Friday9:30am - 7:00pm
Saturday9:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday9:30am - 2:00pm
On exam day: Arrive by 8.30am for morning exams and by 12.30pm for afternoon exams.
Elizabeth Line
One direct train to Ark Education Centre
Students from across the Elizabeth line route can reach us at Ilford with no changes. Whether you're coming from central London or further east into Essex, one train gets you here.
Liverpool Street ~12 mins
Whitechapel ~16 mins
Stratford ~20 mins
Maryland ~23 mins
Forest Gate ~25 mins
Manor Park ~27 mins
Ilford Ark Education Centre
Seven Kings ~3 mins
Goodmayes ~5 mins
Chadwell Heath ~7 mins
Romford ~11 mins
Gidea Park ~14 mins
Journey times shown are approximate from Ilford station. After arriving at Ilford station, the centre is a 12-minute walk or a short bus ride.
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