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GCSE Results: Boys Narrow Attainment Gap as Grades Fall

In a significant shift for UK education, this year's GCSE results show boys are catching up to girls in top grades. Get the full breakdown of the national trends, regional disparities, and what it means for the future.

'Impossible' GCSE Maths Question Stumps Students

A brutally tough probability question from a recent Edexcel GCSE Maths paper has gone viral, with students and adults alike branding it 'impossible' and taking to social media for answers.

Northern Ireland GCSE Students Outperform England in 2024

Northern Ireland's GCSE students have significantly outperformed their counterparts in England, with a notable rise in top grades. This analysis delves into the regional disparities, the impact of pre-pandemic grading standards, and what it means for the

90% of Adults Fail This GCSE Maths Question - Can You?

As GCSE results are released, a 'simple' maths question from a past paper has gone viral for stumping the internet. We reveal the problem that 9 out of 10 adults get wrong and break down the solution. Think you're smarter than a teenager? Take the test!

Sanex ad banned in UK for 'problematic' black skin portrayal

The UK's advertising regulator has banned a Sanex shower gel commercial, ruling its portrayal of black skin as a 'problem' to be solved is harmful and perpetuates negative stereotypes. The ASA's landmark decision marks a significant step in combating raci

GCSE reforms failing UK students, report warns

A new report reveals that GCSE reforms in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are failing to keep pace with global education standards, sparking concerns over student competitiveness.

BTEC Fitness students protest online assessments

Students pursuing a BTEC in Fitness are outraged after exam board Pearson downgraded their practical assessments to 'online-only'. Critics argue the move undermines the qualification's credibility and disadvantages learners.

Rutland & Surrey lead UK A-Level results 2024

New data highlights Rutland and Surrey as the UK's top-performing regions for A-Level results in 2024, while East Sussex and Buckinghamshire also show strong academic achievements.

A-Level Results 2025: Key Trends and Insights

Latest A-Level results for 2025 highlight shifting trends in subject choices, regional performance, and university admissions. Discover the key insights shaping the future of education.

GCSE & A-Level Results Day 2025 Guide

Everything you need to know about GCSE and A-Level Results Day 2025, including key dates, grading changes, and how to handle outcomes.

Clarkson’s A-Level tweet goes viral again

Jeremy Clarkson recycles his annual A-Level results tweet, sparking laughter and nostalgia among fans. The Top Gear star's witty take on exam results never gets old.

GCSE students face hardest maths exam in six years

A-level students across the UK were left reeling after facing what experts are calling the toughest GCSE maths paper in half a decade. Discover the questions that left even top pupils baffled.

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