Record numbers of GCSE results were resits - are we in a 'resit crisis'?
Summary
A record number of students in England are retaking their GCSE exams, particularly in Maths and English. Many students aged 17 and older are redoing these exams because they didn't pass the first time. This trend is causing concern among educators and affecting colleges that have to support the resits.Key Facts
- A record 23.4% of students retaking GCSE Maths and English exams are aged 17 and older.
- Students must retake these exams if they don't pass at age 16 while continuing their further courses.
- Only 20.9% of English and 17.1% of Maths retakes for 17-year-olds or older resulted in a passing grade.
- Educators refer to the situation as a "resit crisis" due to the growing number of repeated attempts.
- Concerns are raised about the emotional impact on students and the logistical strain on colleges.
- Updated guidance from the Department for Education suggests resits should only happen when students and schools agree they are ready.
- There are criticisms that the current GCSE curriculum might be too demanding for students.
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