Amanda Swann

GCSE, level 1 and 2 results 2026 at a glance: key trends and context for teachers

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More than 5.7 million GCSE results have been issued to students in England today, along with more than 374,000 results for level 1 and 2 vocational and technical qualifications. This year’s GCSE results are stable overall in comparison with those in 2025. Small variations, either up or down, are normal from year to year and …

A Level and level 3 results 2026 at a glance: key trends and context for teachers 

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More than 880,000 A and AS Level results have been issued today to students in England, with another 221,000 results for vocational and technical qualifications. These results open doors for students to move on to the next stage in their lives and recognise the effort and quality of work they have displayed.

Talking to students about AI in coursework: why the conversation matters

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Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are now part of daily life for most young people. Students use them to brainstorm, research, summarise and write. However, AI should not be used to generate coursework without proper disclosure. This is cheating, and the consequences, which can include losing a qualification entirely, are serious.

Qualifications that work for learners – and accountability when they don't

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Every year, over 11 million qualifications are awarded in England – from GCSEs and A levels to vocational qualifications in healthcare, construction, childcare and many other sectors. These qualifications are the foundation of opportunity. They recognise students’ achievements, help them …

GCSE and level 1 and 2 results 2025 at a glance 

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Students hugging each other after receiving exam results

More than 5.6 million GCSE results have been issued to students in England today, along with more than 368,000 results for level 1 and 2 vocational and technical qualifications taken alongside them.  These results enable young people to progress to …

Level 3 results analysis 2025: Key trends and context for teachers

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A female student reading her exam results while sitting on a sofa

More than 850,000 A and AS level results have been issued to students in England today, along with just over 250,000 results for vocational and technical performance-table qualifications taken alongside them. These are results that enable young people to progress …