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

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

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.