How do the 9-1 GCSE grade boundaries work in England
The previous alphabetical system has been replaced in England, but is still used in Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Parents pushed to breaking point by Child Maintenance Service, BBC told
Mothers, like Katy, describe battles to make ex-partners pay, while fathers say they have been wrongly charged thousands.
Parents pushed to breaking point by Child Maintenance Service, BBC told
Mothers, like Katy, describe battles to make ex-partners pay, while fathers say they have been wrongly charged thousands.
Jason Arday death 'tragedy on so many levels' says PM
Andy Burnham says the former Cambridge professor's death is a "really sad, sad and sorry state of affairs".
Jason Arday death 'tragedy on so many levels' says PM
Andy Burnham says the former Cambridge professor's death is a "really sad, sad and sorry state of affairs".
Analysis: Jason Arday's death will send shockwaves through a divided academia
Barely 1% of professors at UK universities are black, so he was joining a small and highly visible minority in academia, writes Education Editor Branwen Jeffreys.
GCSE results, resits and appeals - what to do if you are unhappy with your grades
Your full guide to this year's GCSE exams in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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A Ukrainian refugee, a firefighter and triplets are among the students reacting to their results.
Five key takeaways from results day 2026
Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.
Are the UK's top universities really 'hoovering up' students?
The most selective universities have seen the biggest rise in students accepted onto their courses for 2026.
Are the UK's top universities really 'hoovering up' students?
The most selective universities have seen the biggest rise in students accepted onto their courses for 2026.
Students wait for A-level, T-level and BTec results
Another record number of students are expected to secure a place at their first choice of university.
I share concerns over Arday appointment, says Cambridge University head
Vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice acknowledged the "anger and anxiety around this damaging and difficult case".
What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?
T-levels are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects.
What are BTecs and how are they graded?
Hundreds of thousands of students do the vocational qualifications known as BTecs every year.
What is an apprenticeship and how much is the pay?
Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.
Average student in England leaves university with £47,700 debt - is a degree worth it?
With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?
How much parents could save from September's new school uniform rules
Parents should not have to buy more than three branded items, plus a tie for secondary schools.
Your university clearing survival guide ahead of results day
From listing your potential outcomes to picking up the phone, this is how to get the most out of clearing.
Cambridge to review process for hiring senior academics after Jason Arday resignation
Prof Priyamvada Gopal, who is part of the group, says Cambridge should not be "marking its own homework".
