Exam regulator withdraws assistance statistics after admitting overcount
Ofqual withdraws exam assistance statistics after admitting significant overcount, with figures for extra time and adjustments being revised.
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Exam Stress at 15 Linked to Depression and Self-Harm in Young Adults, Study Finds
UCL study finds academic pressure at 15 raises risk of depression and self-harm into early adulthood, urging fewer high-stakes exams.
A-Level Disappointment: Lessons in Resilience and New Paths to Success
Three A-level students share how disappointing results led to resilience, alternative paths, and eventual success through clearing and professional qualifications.
Waterloo Road Star Scarlett Thomas Didn't Sit GCSEs, Reveals on TikTok
Waterloo Road star Scarlett Thomas reveals she didn't sit GCSEs, prompting fan questions and support from parents.
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A-Level Grades Drop As Pre-Pandemic Standards Return
A-level results in England return to pre-pandemic levels; career subjects overtake history in popularity; education secretary pledges focus on white working-class pupils.
Universities Warned Over 'Unexplained' Grade Inflation
OfS warns universities of unexplained grade inflation, with first and upper-second class degrees rising from 67% to 78% since 2010-11.
Record A-Level Top Grades in England as Boys Outshine Girls
Record A-level top grades in England as boys outperform girls; regional gaps persist; maths most popular subject.
UK's Language GCSE Crisis: Declining Numbers and Widening Gaps
Modern language GCSEs are in decline in the UK, with students finding them difficult and grade gaps widening. Government efforts and Brexit concerns highlight the economic need for language skills.
Fears A-level grade crackdown could harm pupils’ mental health
Teachers worry that a crackdown on A-level grade inflation will harm pupils' mental health, with predictions of a 10% drop in top grades.
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Funding Bid for Unsafe Northumberland Primary School
Northumberland County Council has applied for government funding to replace Mowbray Primary School, closed since December due to structural cracks. Pupils are temporarily in Bedlington, with a decision expected in spring 2027.
Kim Kardashian Breaks Down in Tears Over Bar Exam Failure
Kim Kardashian shares emotional video documenting her bar exam journey and failure, vowing to continue studying.
A-Level Grading Crisis Sparks Fears Over Unfair Results
UK schools fear backlash over A-level results as statistical model may unfairly penalise disadvantaged students, sparking calls for fair appeals.
Maths GCSE Re-sit 22 Years After First Attempt
A woman retakes GCSE maths 22 years later to overcome her fear of the subject and avoid passing it on to her child.
Queensland Students Exempt from Exam After Caesar Mix-Up
Queensland students exempt from ancient history exam after being taught about wrong Caesar, sparking investigation.
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Martin Lewis Slams 'Farce' of Financial Education, Calls for Apps and Games in Schools
Martin Lewis slams government for 'zero resources' in financial education, calls for apps and games, reveals he funded textbook himself.
Girls Surpass Boys in GCSE Maths After Seven Years
Girls outperform boys in GCSE and A-level maths for the first time in seven years, challenging gender stereotypes in education.
Stuart Winning Appointed Teacher Rep to Education Committee
Stuart Winning has been unanimously appointed as teacher representative for Secondary and Additional Support Needs on North Lanarkshire's Education, Children and Families committee, starting September.
92-Year-Old Man Becomes Oldest to Sit GCSE Maths Exam
Derek Skipper, 92, sits GCSE maths exam at Comberton Village College, becoming the oldest person to do so.
Ministers Vow to Tackle England’s ‘Entrenched Divides’ in A-Level Results
Ministers vow to tackle regional inequalities in A-level results, as London and south-east outperform north-east, with top grades rising nationally.
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Queensland Schools Teach Wrong Roman Leader for Final History Exam
At least eight Queensland schools taught students the wrong Roman leader for their final history exam, prompting a review of all 172 schools and special consideration for affected pupils.
Queensland Exam Blunder: 140 Students Studied Wrong Caesar
Queensland exam blunder: 140 students from nine schools studied wrong Caesar for ancient history test.
Generative AI Forces Radical Overhaul of UK Exam System
Experts call for overhaul of UK exams as generative AI transforms learning, with oral assessments, tighter security, and faster marking proposed.
A-Level Top Grades in England Reach Record High Outside Covid Years
A-level top grades in England hit record high outside pandemic years, with regional gaps widening and boys leading girls in top grades for first time since 2018.
Top Gifts to Celebrate A-Level Results Day 2024
Discover thoughtful gifts for A-level students on results day, from railcards and bags to tech gadgets and instant cameras.
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A-Level Top Grades in England Reach Record High Outside Covid Years
A-level top grades in England hit record high outside pandemic years, with boys leading in A* grades and regional gaps widening.
Wales A-Level Results Lag Behind Rest of UK, Sparking Reform Calls
Wales A-level results fall to weakest since 2002, with Conservatives calling for reforms similar to England's. Boys' performance may have been affected by Euro 2016.
Ryan Thomas's Daughter Skips GCSEs for Makeup Career
Ryan Thomas's daughter Scarlett, 16, skips GCSEs to pursue makeup and music, sharing her routine on Instagram while heading to a studio.
GCSE Resits Crisis Beyond Admitting Failure
GCSE resits crisis: low pass rates, calls for reform, and concerns over post-16 education changes.
Nearly 100,000 Fewer Top A-Levels Expected as Grades Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Nearly 100,000 fewer A*s and As expected as A-level grades return to pre-pandemic levels, affecting thousands of students.
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Exam Stress at 15 Linked to Higher Depression and Self-Harm Risk in Young Adults, Study Finds
Study finds exam stress at 15 linked to higher depression and self-harm risk in young adults, prompting calls to reduce high-stakes testing.
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