To all candidates requesting alternative tests and tests in accessible formats

ABRSM produces a wide range of alternative tests and tests in braille, large and modified print. These tests are produced on demand from facilities in our office. Due to restrictions relating to Coronavirus, we are currently not able to access our office as flexibly or as regularly as usual. We shall do everything we can to ensure that we can continue to provide the materials you need for your exam, but there may be occasions where this is not possible due to circumstances beyond our control.

What we have done
We have explored alternative means of producing and delivering materials to examiners. We shall also produce and send these materials earlier than usual to allow for contingencies.

How you can help us to help you
If you require any kind of alternative test materials or tests in accessible formats, it is really important that you select the relevant option when making your exam entry online. If you require any advice on what options are most appropriate, please email our Access Coordinator ahead of making your entry.

If you require assistance with making your exam entry, please review the guidance and videos on our website.

In line with our Access policy, we shall not be able to accept requests for alternative test materials or tests in accessible formats after you have made your entry. If your requirements change between making the exam entry and the exam day, please contact us and we will be happy to provide a refund.

Thank you for your understanding.

Support for candidates with specific needs taking ABRSM exams

Our policy

ABRSM is committed to providing fair access to our exams for candidates with specific needs. In this section, you can find out about the access arrangements and reasonable adjustments we can provide in our Fair Access Guidelines. Please take the time to review our Access Policy.

The policy is available in alternative formats upon request.

Important Updates

From January 2019, all Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments must be selected at the time of entry and before the entry closing date.
Access arrangements and reasonable adjustments must be selected each time the candidate is entered for an exam.
We will be unable to accept any late requests for Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments so please check your candidate’s specific needs before you make their entry.
If changes are made to an entry after the entry closing date, we will not be able to transfer any Access Arrangement or Reasonable Adjustment to the updated entry

Selecting access arrangements and reasonable adjustments

Please select the most appropriate access code on the entry form, based on your candidate’s specific needs. If the required access arrangement or reasonable adjustment is not listed, please contact the representative for your country.

Fair Access Guidelines

Specific needs codes (non-UK)

Code	Description
A	for an amanuensis (Theory)
B	for Braille memory test in place of sight-reading or Braille Theory paper (if an amanuensis is also required, please attach a separate note)
C	for candidates with Autistic Spectrum Disorders
D	for candidates with Dyslexia, Dyspraxia or other learning difficulties
I	for candidates who will be bringing an interpreter (Practical). A candidate who is not comfortable using English is allowed to bring an independent person as interpreter – Regulation 13 (b)
L	for large notation Practical sight-reading test or large print Theory paper
M	for large notation memory test (Practical)
P	for modified staff notation sight-reading test (Practical)
Q	for modified staff notation memory test (Practical)
R	for the aural repetition test in place of the sight-reading test (Practical)
S	for special aural tests for hearing impaired candidates (Practical)
T	for a translation of the Theory paper (Local language only – specify language required)
X	for Theory candidates who are unable to sit an exam on the published date for religious reasons