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What is the national curriculum and why is it being reviewed?

The national curriculum is a set of subjects and standards used by primary and secondary schools, so children learn the same things.    We’ve announced that we’ll be holding an independent review to refresh the curriculum and make sure it meets …

GCSE results day: What to do if you didn’t get the grades you were expecting

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Pupils across the country will have found out their GCSE results today.  Exams and grading return to normal this year, meaning grades have only been determined by the number of marks achieved in your assessments.   For students moving on to …

Results day 2023: Everything you need to know about A level, AS level and T Level results day

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Hundreds of thousands of students across England have now found out what they achieved in their A level, AS level, T Level, and level 3 vocational and technical qualifications.   Here, we answer some of your questions.   What does the …

Exam results: 5 tips for parents and carers on supporting your child with results day

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We know results day can be a stressful time for everyone, and it can feel like there’s a lot riding on the grades that your child gets.   Whatever their results, it’s important to remember that there are many different options …

What options are available for students after their GCSEs?

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After young people have completed their GCSEs there are a range of possibilities open to them including continuing education by taking A levels or going down one of several technical education routes now available to them, including T Levels. Here, …