Wayne Rooney, Steven Gerrard and Jodie Comer's GCSE Results
As students across the UK collect their GCSE results, we look at how famous faces from the region fared in their exams, from Wayne Rooney's lack of GCSEs to Jodie Comer's drama exam fail.
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GCSE Results Day 2026: Grades Released Online and in Schools
Thousands of teenagers collect their GCSE results today, with many accessing grades online for the first time via the Education Record app, following a trial in 2025.
GCSE Results Day 2026: Grades Release Time and Boundaries Explained
GCSE and BTEC results are released today, Thursday, August 20, 2026. Students can collect grades from 11am, with over 750 schools using a new phone app. The 9-1 grading system and how boundaries are set explained.
Remove Scratches from Wooden Floors in 5 Minutes with a Walnut
Scratches on wooden floors can be removed in five minutes using a walnut, according to a woodworker. The natural oils in the nut fill shallow scratches, making them less visible without expensive products.
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GCSE Grade Boundaries 2026: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC and CCEA
GCSE grade boundaries are decided after exams are marked and used on results day. They vary by exam board and year to reflect paper difficulty, ensuring fair grading.
GCSE 9-1 Grade Boundaries: How They Work Before Results Day
GCSE results day is tomorrow. In England, grades use a 9-to-1 numerical system, replacing the A-to-U letters. Grade boundaries are set by examiners annually and published on results day.
Motherwell school makes ‘insufficient progress’ since last inspection
Glencairn Primary School in Motherwell has made ‘insufficient progress’ since its June 2025 inspection, despite improvements since a new headteacher arrived in February 2026.
GCSE Resits 2026: Dates, Costs and How to Retake Exams
Students who miss GCSE grades can resit English and maths in November. Costs range from free to £500 depending on the centre and prior grade.
Airdrie Nursery Gets Positive Inspection Report
Kirktonholme Childcare in Airdrie receives a positive inspection report from HMIE, with no further visits planned. Staff praised for creating a welcoming nursery community.
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Professor Marcia Langton has warned that schools teaching about racism must take care not to traumatise children, urging educators to approach the topic with sensitivity.
GCSE Results 2026: Release Time, Online Access, and Grading
GCSE results for 2026 are released on Thursday, August 20. Students can collect slips from 8am or access grades online via the Education Record app.
Millions of extra brews drunk by nervous parents as GCSE results loom
Yorkshire Tea survey finds 40% of parents will drink multiple cups on GCSE results day, with one in ten having at least four extra brews to calm nerves.
Shoreham tragedy prompts call for water safety minister
Robbie Jones, whose father drowned in 2021, is urging the Prime Minister to appoint a water safety minister after three members of the same family died in the sea at Shoreham.
Bertha Park Primary School Plans Move Forward With Public Display
Bertha Park residents will soon see plans for the long-awaited primary school, with public displays scheduled for August 27 and September 14 at Bertha Park High School.
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The SPFL Trust, Livingston FC and West Lothian Community Foundation have launched the 4-4-2 Reading Challenge, offering children who read four books a free match ticket.
GCSE Results 2026: Release Time and Online Access Info
GCSE results day 2026 is on Thursday, August 20. Students can collect grades from 8am at school or view them online via the Education Record app for the first time.
Harry Kane's Go-To Breakfast Meal He Makes for His Kids Too
England and Bayern Munich star Harry Kane reveals his favourite breakfast dish, which he also prepares for his children before school, in a 2023 interview.
Simon Calder warns students about gap year dangers abroad
Travel expert Simon Calder has issued a stark warning to young people heading abroad, urging them to prioritise risk management over adventure.
GCSE retakes: costs, dates and how to resit
Students need at least a grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths to progress. Resits for these subjects take place in November, with costs varying from free to £500.
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GCSE Resit Costs and Dates for 2026 Results Day
Students receiving GCSE results on Thursday may need a grade 4 to progress. Resits for Maths and English are in November, with costs ranging from £75 to £500 depending on the centre.
PM Burnham unveils £442m plan to end rough sleeping
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces £442 million funding to offer everyone a route off the streets by Christmas, with new accommodation and support across England.
GCSE results 2026: Release times and app details
GCSE results released Thursday; many students can access grades online via Education Record app at 11am, with school collection from 8am.
GCSE Results 2026: Date and Online Access
GCSE results day is Thursday, August 20, with grades available online via the Education Record app for the first time, after a trial involving 95,000 students.
Hundreds of artists to leave Camden council studios by 2027
Around 230 artists must vacate affordable studios in Camden's Regent's Park Estate by January 2027 due to fire safety changes, sparking a campaign for new spaces.
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GCSE Results Day 2026: Dates, Times, and Grading Explained
GCSE results day 2026 is on August 20 for pupils in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Learn how to collect results, new phone app access, and grading systems.
Rashford mentoring Man United youngsters, impressing chiefs
Marcus Rashford has seriously impressed Manchester United chiefs by mentoring JJ Gabriel and Shea Lacey, boosting his chances of staying at the club.
Liverpool face Champions League struggle as season expectations debated
Liverpool's new season under Andoni Iraola brings dampened expectations after a fifth-place finish, with top-four battle and squad depth concerns.
GCSE Results Day 2026: Times, Grade Boundaries, Resits, Appeals
GCSE results are released on Thursday August 21, 2026. Students can collect from 8am, with online results on the Education Record app at 11am. Grade boundaries published on results day.
New youth club opens in County Durham to tackle anti-social behaviour
A new youth club in Cockerton, Darlington, backed by £3,000 from PCC Joy Allen, aims to reduce anti-social behaviour and provide safe activities for young people.
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GCSE results 2026: Times for school and app release
GCSE results are released Thursday, with many students accessing grades online via the Education Record app for the first time. Schools typically release results from 8am, while the app updates at 11am.
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