We have seen concerns that appeals to A level results could lead to grades going down.
We can reassure students that, as there is grade protection this year, no grades will go down as a result of an appeal.
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Today we have published information and guidance for schools & colleges, students and parents on awarding grades this summer.
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#COVID19 #Exams2020
We’ve launched our consultation on how we implement arrangements for awarding grades in GCSEs, AS & A levels this summer.
Find out how to take part here - gov.uk/government/con. It closes on 29 April.
#COVID19 #Exams2020
We’ve launched a consultation with on proposals for awarding qualifications. You can find out more & take part here ow.ly/LRMg50D9CPZ #Exams2021
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Taking exams next year? We’ve announced changes to GCSEs and A levels next year which will support you as you complete your qualifications & allow assessments to be undertaken within current public health restrictions. Find out more here - gov.uk/government/new #Exams2021
The outcomes of our joint consultation with have been published.
If you’re a student, parent, carer or teacher you can find out more on how results will be awarded this year here ow.ly/Ziij50DKB2X
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Students will be given formulae sheets in GCSE maths and revised equation sheets in GCSE physics and combined science for 2023 only.
Find out more in our consultation outcome:
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Our latest blog post explains our arrangements for grading GCSE, AS and A level qualifications in summer 2020, and also links to some short videos for teachers and students. Read the post here -
We are rapidly working up plans to ensure the process is fair to students this summer.
Detailed information will be published next week.
Read statement here: bit.ly/2QOYnX4
#COVID19 #Exams2020
We've investigated concerns that students are choosing not to study language GCSEs because they believe it's harder to achieve top grades. Given the evidence, we've judged that an adjustment to grading standards should be made in GCSE French and German. bit.ly/2rgKYgL
We’ve published the outcome of our consultation on GCSE, AS and A levels in 2021, confirming changes which will free up teaching time, reduce pressures on students & allow assessments to be undertaken within current public health restrictions. gov.uk/government/con #Exams2021
We’ve published a letter to Heads of Centre about GCSE, AS and A level grading this year. It also covers results, appeals, autumn exams and exams in 2021. Find it here -
Thanks to everyone who took part in our recent joint consultations with which attracted more than 103k responses combined. We’re analysing the responses and plan to publish next steps week beginning 22 February.
Today we’ve published the outcomes of our consultation with on plans for awarding qualifications in 2021.
In our latest article, Chief Regulator Simon Lebus talks about how qualifications will be awarded this year.
Read it here ow.ly/u1rj50DJzlW
Following our recent consultation, we have published some initial decisions on who should receive a calculated grade for GCSEs, AS and A levels.
Read the update here - gov.uk/government/new
#COVID19 #Exams2020
Have your say on plans for the 2021 exam series for GCSE, AS & A level.
Our consultation is open until 16th July. bit.ly/3eL6FJA
#alevels2021 #GCSEs2021 #Exams2021
We are working tirelessly with to support students who have been affected by the cancellation of exams this summer.
We will provide more detail in coming days. In the meantime, you may find this Q&A useful. bit.ly/2UwcSQB
#COVID19 #Exams2020
We've published rules today that exam boards must follow when setting new GCSE 9 to 1 grade boundaries
"We know that this is a difficult time for students, their parents and carers, teachers and trainers. Our message to students is this: please continue to engage as fully as you can in your education" Read the latest message from our Interim Chief Regulator gov.uk/government/new
What proportion of students got at least a grade 7 in the new GCSEs in biology and chemistry and physics?
What proportion of students in Warwickshire got an A or above in A level history?
We've got an app for that:
Explore variability in #alevelresults for 14 of the most popular subjects with our interactive visualisations analytics.ofqual.gov.uk
Government has confirmed no exams this summer.
Please be assured that we're working closely with on what this means for students and will provide information as soon as possible.
Visit our website for latest updates. #COVID19 #Exams2020 bit.ly/182PHDI
Today we’ve published our response to the Secretary of State on teacher assessment for qualifications in 2021. Find out more:
gov.uk/government/pub
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Today we’ve issued an update on assessing and awarding vocational and technical qualifications this summer.
Read the update here - gov.uk/government/new
#COVID19 #Exams2020
We’ve published proposed guidance for schools and colleges on how to determine teacher assessed grades and what evidence should be considered. It’s part of a short technical consultation – you can read it and share your feedback here ow.ly/rCLo50DJNWy
We've responded to the announcement on exam arrangements in summer 2020 - find out more here bit.ly/2xfLHSs
Today we have published the outcome of our consultation on statutory guidance relating to appeals #GCSEs2020 #Alevels2020 bit.ly/2XyGlvw
A level results are due out on Thursday – here's what to bear in mind
bit.ly/2F0QDOH #Alevels2020 #resultsday2020
Have your say on plans for an autumn exam series for GCSE, AS & A level students whose summer exams were cancelled due to #Covid19
Consultation until 8th June: bit.ly/36ohVIz
#Autumn #Exams2020
Thanks to everyone who submitted responses to our consultation on GCSE, AS and A level exams this autumn.
Outcome published today. bit.ly/3ieny1j
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We've responded to the recent TES story about the use of centre assessment grades this summer. Take a look at our response here -
Getting your results this summer? Have a look at our new Student Guide available on our website - gov.uk/guidance/your-
Are you a student due to take your GCSE, AS or A levels this summer? We’ve launched a consultation on how grades could be awarded as exams have been cancelled. Take part here ow.ly/uRMF50DcnSK #Exams2021
We’ve now published the outcomes of our consultation.
If you’re a studying a vocational or technical qualification, further information on how each of the different types of qualifications will be awarded is available here ow.ly/iQKO50DKBlo
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Today we have set out our approach to grading for #GCSEs, AS and #Alevels in summer 2022 and autumn 2021.
We want to get back to pre-pandemic grading, but in the interests of fairness, we won’t do so in one jump.
👉 gov.uk/government/spe
Learners on vocational & technical courses - please be reassured that we are working hard with and others to develop a clear approach for assessing and awarding your qualifications.
More detail in coming days.
Statement here: bit.ly/33OXbbx
#COVID19
Exam boards have today published further guidance for private candidates. The information on our website has also been updated which you can read here - gov.uk/government/pub.
#COVID19 #Exams2020
Check out our postcards explaining the new 9 to 1 GCSE grading system at bit.ly/1FS70Um
Have you taken part in our consultation on how we implement our arrangements for awarding grades in GCSEs, AS & A levels this summer?
If you haven’t, you can read and respond to the proposals here - gov.uk/government/con. It closes on 29 April.
#COVID19 #Exams2020
Do you know the grading of new GCSEs has changed? Our postcards have more info bit.ly/2a9DWhb
Students - you can have your say on plans for an GCSE/AS/A level autumn exam series by taking part in our consultation.
bit.ly/3c0Kltv
#Autumn #Exams2020
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We’ve launched a consultation on our proposals for awarding vocational and technical qualifications this summer.
Find out how to take part here bit.ly/2Y8kMU1. It closes on 8 May.
#COVID19 #Exams2020
Were you due to complete a vocational and technical qualification this summer? Read our latest update on how they will be assessed and awarded - gov.uk/government/new
#COVID19 #Exams2020
Today is the final day of our joint consultation.
Have your say on how GCSE, AS and A level grades should be awarded in 2021 here ow.ly/qWp150DlFS4 and the alternative arrangements for the awarding of VTQs here ow.ly/95xz50DlHsh
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We’d like to hear from students, parents, employers and those working in education about this year’s vocational and technical qualifications
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Our Chief Regulator, Simon Lebus, talks about the proposal for externally-set papers in a blog published today. Make sure you check it out here ow.ly/AdqV50Dm5CB
GCSEs, AS and A levels are returning to pre-pandemic standards, with protection built into the grading process to recognise the disruption that students have faced.
Here’s 10 things that you need to know about grading in 2023: ️️️⬇️
ofqual.blog.gov.uk/2023/07/10/exa
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With GCSE results published later this week, our latest blog looks ahead at what to expect, explains the new 9-1 grading system and gives help on understanding grades in combined science
We have launched a consultation about exam advance information and support materials.
Students taking summer 2021 GCSE, AS and A level exams will receive extra support – we want to hear your views. Participate at the link here: ow.ly/sQS250CHZru
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We'd like to hear from you. Have your say here - ow.ly/Y8Um30rtg3T
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We’ve launched a consultation with @ofqual on how this year’s GCSEs, AS and A levels should be awarded.
We’d like to hear from students, parents, employers and those working in education.
Find out more: gov.uk/government/new
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We’ve published the frameworks and guidance for awarding qualifications this academic year.
Further information here ow.ly/ejf350E7cmB
The Joint Council for Qualifications will soon be providing more detailed guidance for schools and colleges.
We announced today that non-exam assessment will not count to the final 9 to 1 grade in GCSE computer science. More information:
bit.ly/2CT2cVE We know not everyone will agree with the decision but most respondents (75%) to our consultation thought changes should be made
Thanks to everyone who submitted responses to our consultation on 2020 grading arrangements for GCSE, AS and A levels.
Outcome published today.
bit.ly/3ggt82f
#Exams2020 #Covid19
We've responded to the announcement on exam arrangements in summer 2020 - find out more here - bit.ly/2xfLHSs
Watch our short film to find out more about how your grades are being awarded this summer. bit.ly/2DCW065
Today we’ve launched our consultation on how the 2021 Autumn exam series should run. We are keen to hear from students, teachers, exam boards and the wider education sector on our proposals. You can take part here ow.ly/tXme50E0YpD
It’s A level results day. Check out our full guide to results.bit.ly/3gTK7Y7
#Alevels #ResultsDay2020
We welcome DfE's announcement on 2021 exams and we will continue to work closely with exam boards, unions and others on contingencies. Read our response. ow.ly/jxOt50BQ4cA
If you are expecting your GCSE, Level 1 or Level 2 vocational and technical qualifications results this week, read our latest blog.
Executive Director for Standards, Research and Analysis Cath Jadhav explains what to expect 👉 ofqual.blog.gov.uk/2022/08/23/loo
#Exams2022
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Today we held our annual Summer Symposium for stakeholders where we talked about the exceptional arrangements for results this summer and shared more detail about our approach to standardising grades. Read more here -
Your results, what next?
Most students will get grades to move on as planned this summer. But if you do have concerns or questions about your grades, there’s information in our guide about your options.
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We’ve published the outcomes of our consultation on GCSE, AS and A level exams in the autumn. Students who receive a teacher assessed grade this summer will be eligible to take GCSE, AS or A level exams in the same subject in autumn 2021.
Find out more ow.ly/X38150EEuCI
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A level and AS results will be released on Thursday 18 August 2022.
GCSE results will be released on Thursday 25 August 2022.
#Exams2022
Ofqual and have jointly published consultations on arrangements for awarding 2022 qualifications, in light of the ongoing pandemic.
We are seeking views from students, parents, teachers, employers and assessment organisations 👉gov.uk/government/new
We’ve joined with to write to students expecting results on 18 August. You’ve shown amazing dedication to sit your exams and assessments this year. Here are a few things to remember as you wait for your results: gov.uk/government/pub
#GSCEs #Alevels #TLevels #VTQs
Our consultations with on proposals for awarding qualifications closes this Friday.
You can find out more & take part in the GCSE, AS and A level consultation here ow.ly/xrcc50DfERU and the VTQ consultation here ow.ly/4Xfc50DfFaE #Exams2021
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What happens to an exam paper once it's completed? BBC Breakfast follows the journey of an exam paper and talks to Dr Michelle Meadows from Ofqual about the new 9 to 1 GCSEs and what results might look like on Thursday. Watch from 8.40 bbc.co.uk/iplayer/live/b
On 18 August students will get results for AS, A levels, T Levels, and level 3 vocational and technical qualifications.
Cath Jadhav, Ofqual’s Executive Director for Standards, Research and Analysis, explains how exams and assessments become grades
👉 ofqual.blog.gov.uk/2022/08/15/loo
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Did you know that from the summer of 2017 the grading of new GCSEs is changing? Our postcards have more info bit.ly/2a9DWhb
New blog: GCSE maths grade boundaries
Hoaxers are offering fake exam papers on social media for money. We are advising students not to be distracted by these posts, which are entirely fraudulent. Engaging with them could mean disqualification. #exams2022
Our latest blog provides some advice for schools and colleges on how to make sure students' grades are fair this summer. Find out more here -
Our Student Guide to Awarding Summer 2021 tells #students what they need to know about how #grades will be awarded this summer.
Read more 👉 ow.ly/ZUJL50EIVzb
We've published a statement on the assessment and award of VTQs in 2020. Find out more here -
This summer will see the new GCSE combined science grades from 9-9 to 1-1. We sent a letter to heads today with links to resources to help explain the grades to students and their parents. You can see it here:
This summer will see a new grade scale for GCSE combined science from 9-9 to 1-1. Check out our short film on it here:
