How can we get more young people to achieve Level 3 qualifications?
Over half of young people do not achieve at least two A-Levels by age 19. In an upcoming study, we'll be trying to identify ‘what works….and for whom’ in the post-16 environment.
Why aren’t students choosing to study English and the arts at A-Level?: Part two
The second post in this series examining the fall in entries to A-Levels in English and the arts. This post focuses on the arts.
Why aren’t students choosing to study English and the arts at A-Level?: Part one
Part one of two posts examining the fall in entries to A-Levels in English and the arts. This post focuses on English.
What impact will Ofqual’s chosen grading system in 2022 have?
Ofqual have decided on a stepped return to pre-pandemic grade distributions. We take a look at what that might mean in practice.
What might a minimum entry threshold for higher education look like?
We present some data on achievement in A-levels and equivalent that might be useful to those thinking about a minimum entry threshold to higher education.
Key Stage 4 Results 2021: Looking behind the averages
Key Stage 4 results increased in 2020 and again in 2021. But was this true for all schools?
Do Key Stage 2 tests negatively affect children’s wellbeing?
Key Stage 2 tests have been accused of causing children stress. But what does the evidence say?
Which A-Level subjects have the best (and worst) gender balance?
We explore trends in gender balance over the last five years.
What’s behind the increasing attainment gap between independent and state schools?
A higher percentage of GCSE entries were awarded grade 7 or above this year, particularly in independent schools. We look at why this might have happened.