LAMDA Exams
LAMDA exams inspire and empower learners across the globe to be confident communicators.
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Announcement: Rail strikes
Updated Monday 20 June
LAMDA are planning to hold examinations as planned this week despite the rail strikes. Customers are advised to:
• plan ahead for alternative ways to travel to and from exam venue
• leave plenty of extra time to travel
• Check your journey before you travel, just in case there are any changes
• Communicate if you are held up, so we can let can let centre contacts know. For Public Centres, contact the Rep and for Private Centres contact your teacher
Where possible, LAMDA will aim to accommodate late arrivals but cannot guarantee that learners will be assessed if they arrive after their scheduled exam time.
Those unable to attend should contact us via our exams email or live chat to discuss alternative arrangements.

Open to everyone
Exams are open to anyone looking to gain confidence and experience in speech, communication and/or performance. There are no age restrictions.

We examine over 100,000 candidates
We deliver exams both online and in person in many countries across the globe.

World leading and well respected
We are one of the UK's oldest and most respected drama schools and awarding organisations.
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LAMDA Exams count towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award
Did you know that you can use your LAMDA lessons and exam preparation time for the skills section of your Duke of Edinburgh award? You can even set yourself the goal of passing the exam at the end of it. Check with your DofE Leader before you start to ensure it meets the requirements for your chosen level.

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Our exams
We offer practical exams in speech, communication and performance to learners all over the world. LAMDA Exams are about achievement and empowerment.
Communication Exams
Explore all of our regulated communication exams from Speaking in Public to Reading for Performance entry level to Grade 8.
Performance exams
Discover our Acting, Devising Drama and Miming courses. All of our performance exams are regulated.
Musical Theatre exams
Teaching learners how to capitvate audiences and tell stories through song. We offer exams from entry level to Grade 8.
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Everything you need to know about Teaching LAMDA exams. Here you'll find quick access to information on processes and find links to key resources.

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Everything you need to know about taking LAMDA exams. Here you'll find quick access to information on how to find a teacher and prepare for an exam.
