GCSE results day: hundreds of thousands of pupils await grades – live updates

GCSE results day: hundreds of thousands of pupils await grades – live updates

Pupils in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to get marks which could open the way to sixth form or college

School results are expected to be “in line with last year”, according to school standards minister Catherine McKinnell.

McKinnell told GB News:

We’re expecting the results this year to be in line with last year.

And I think we do need to remember that this is a cohort of young people that have overcome incredible challenges in their time in secondary education.

Congratulations to all pupils receiving their GCSE results this morning. While many will be celebrating today – we know pupils from poorer background are significantly less likely to be receiving top grades. This is despite them having the same hopes, dreams and potential as their wealthier peers.

Great teachers are key to cracking this – so we need to pay them fairly, treat them well and get them to the communities where they can make the greatest difference. A results day where every child receives the grades they deserve is possible, but that means investing in their futures today.

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