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Congratulations to all students across York who have collected their A Level results.
Whether your next step in life is further education, an apprenticeship or employment, I wish you all the best for the future. #AlevelResults
Whether your next step in life is further education, an apprenticeship or employment, I wish you all the best for the future. #AlevelResults
I understand that this academic year the changes introduced due to the disruption caused by Covid-19 have impacted some students' grades and ultimately affected university applications.
This thread will explain what possible options you or your child has if affected by this
This thread will explain what possible options you or your child has if affected by this
I recommend contacting the higher education institution as the Universities Minister @michelledonelan has requested flexibility from the sector and we are noting reports of leniency being offered. Following this, there are still many university places available via #Clearing.
Alternatively, students can appeal to receive their mock results or sit autumn exams. Schools can also appeal on the basis of process or data errors, including when schools have had a change of leadership or they've talented students but have not had strong results in the past.
To help support young people and their families, Ofqual has published guidance, including a student guide at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/your-results-what-next, which outlines how the process works and what students’ next steps might be.
A national Exam Results Helpline will be operating from 8am to 10pm on 13 to 28 August for young people or their parents to speak to a professionally qualified careers adviser if they need advice on their next steps. The number for this is 0800 100 900.