Trinity College London is supported by its panels of 160+ highly qualified and friendly expert examiners across more than 60 different countries.
Our examiners are trained to put candidates at ease and provide maximum encouragement, motivating learners and teachers to achieve their personal and professional goals.
At Trinity College London, our examiners are at the heart of everything we do. They play a vital role in delivering assessments that are supportive, fair and reflective of real-world skills.
This page brings together a growing collection of stories, showcasing our examiners passion, insights and experiences across our English, Music and Drama assessments. Each voice offers a unique perspective on what it means to be a Trinity examiner and why our approach matters to learners around the world.
Top tips from our examiners
Practical guidance to help learners prepare with confidence.
Real conversations, not just a test
Alexandra explains why Trinity exams feel like genuine conversations that help candidates relax and perform their best.
Building better communicators
Fiona shares how focusing on communication, not memorisation, builds confidence in learners.
Think positive, stay relaxed
Nora gives advice on staying calm and turning the exam into a positive experience.
English is the language of fun
Will discusses making English enjoyable while opening doors to new opportunities.
Supporting candidates on exam day
How our examiners create a welcoming and supportive exam environment.
From nervous to smiling
Nicky shows how nervous candidates often leave the exam room smiling and confident.
See you in the exam room
Kwan explains how warmth and humour can transform the exam into a relaxed exchange.
You are not alone in the exam room
Pablo reflects on the examiner’s role in guiding and supporting candidates throughout the process.
If you get stuck
Maria reveals how examiners help candidates recover if they lose their words during the exam.
What inspires us
Personal reflections on why examiners love what they do.
Language builds empathy and connection
Susana shares how learning languages fosters empathy, understanding, and deeper social connection..
Celebrating every candidate’s journey
Shaun reflects on the pride examiners feel in celebrating every learner’s unique progress.
Inspiring future communicators
George explains what inspires examiners to continue supporting learners worldwide.
Our experience with Trinity
Examiners reflect on the variety, travel, and unique moments of their role.
Meeting diverse candidates across the country
Malathi talks about the excitement of travelling and meeting a wide variety of candidates.
Variety and opportunity in every exam
Maria shares how examining at different levels brings fresh and inspiring encounters.
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Examiner vacancies
Interested in becoming a Trinity examiner? See what roles are available here.
Success stories
Read about the successes our candidates have experienced following our exams.