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All “A Levels” articles

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Don’t blame teachers for grade inflation

UK Schools

Decisions made by the DfE have led to grade inflation and should not be allowed to undermine pupils’ GCSE and A level achievements

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Coronavirus: A level & GCSE results

UK Schools

As Covid-19 rumbles on, this week’s spotlight falls on the class of 2020, who should have sat their GCSEs or A levels this summer.

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A levels 2022 - what next?

UK Schools

A level grades were lower in 2022 due to the impacts of Covid-19, which meant UK students missed out on their university place.

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T levels explained

UK Schools

T levels are two-year courses after GCSEs, each equivalent to three A levels, with classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience.

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Changing school for sixth form

UK Schools

Whether you want to change from single sex to co-ed or from day to boarding, there are many reasons to move schools post-GCSEs.

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8 ways to choose your sixth form subjects

UK Schools

Should you stick with your favourite GCSE subjects or branch out with new subjects on offer in the sixth form?

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Preparing for A levels: 9 essential tips for parents

UK Schools

The period leading up to A levels can be a tricky time in the family home. Here are our top tips for parents ahead of exam season.

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The European Baccalaureate: the European schools

International Schools

European Schools are secondary schools offering a bilingual curriculum and teaching towards the European Baccalaureate.

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What is Further Education?

UK Schools

Further Education (FE) refers to all post-16 courses and qualifications that are below the value of a degree.

Disability History Month 2024

SEND

Schools for children with special needs place the utmost of importance in preparing pupils for future employment.

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UCAS to blame for A Level unfairness

UK Schools

UCAS is unsung villain of A levels fiasco, says Ralph Lucas, editor-in-chief of The Good Schools Guide.