August 21st 2024.
As the end of August approaches, students across the country are eagerly awaiting the much-anticipated GCSE results day on Thursday, August 22. While A level students have already received their results, their younger peers must wait a little longer to find out if they have achieved the grades they had hoped for.
For GCSE students, this is a crucial moment as they prepare for their next steps in education, whether it be A levels, BTECs, or other vocational courses. However, before they can move forward, they must first secure the grades they need. Since 2020, GCSEs have been graded on a 9-1 scale, with students aiming for a row of sevens, eights, and nines when they open their results.
So, what time can students expect to receive their all-important grades? Results will be available for collection from 8am on the 22nd, although some schools may stagger collection times to manage the high demand. It is best for students to check with their individual school for their specific collection time.
On the day, students can expect to collect their results from their school, where they will also have the support of their teachers. In the event that they do not receive the grades they were hoping for, teachers will be on hand to help them contact their school or college to discuss their options, including resitting exams.
As for BTEC students, their results were released on August 15th, a week earlier than GCSE results day. It is a relief for these students to have their results in hand and know their next steps.
For GCSE students, the most common way to collect results is by picking them up from their school in person. It is not usually necessary to bring identification, but some schools may advise students to do so. If a student is unable to collect their results in person, they should contact their school to make alternative arrangements, such as receiving results via email or having a staff member call them.
In special circumstances, a family member or nominated guardian can collect a student's results on their behalf. The key is to communicate with the school and make arrangements beforehand.
In the event that a student is not satisfied with their GCSE results, they have the option to request a review from the exam board through their school. The board will then double-check for any marking mistakes, and if any are found, the grade may change. It is important to note that reviewed grades can go up or down.
If a student believes that there has been a mistake in their results, they can appeal the decision or request a review from Ofqual, the exam regulator. This must be done within 21 days of receiving the decision from the exam board. Alternatively, students can choose to retake the exam or assessment.
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