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Ofqual launches consultation on changes to GCSE English and English language

Exams regulator Ofqual has today (Thursday, April 25) launched a consultation on changes to GCSE English and English language in order to help protect against the problems experienced last year. ... Read more

Ofqual publishes annual survey of public attitudes to GCSEs and A levels

Ofqual has today (Friday, May 3) published the findings of its annual survey on public perceptions of GCSEs, A levels and other qualifications. The survey also asked questions about people’s ... Read more

GCSE and A level reform

There are changes happening to GCSE, AS and A level qualifications in various stages over the next few years. For more information see our changes to qualifications pages. Read more

Ofqual publishes A level reform correspondence

Ofqual has today published its response to the Secretary of State’s recent correspondence regarding A level reform. You can download the letter below: Download the letter Read more

Chief Regulator’s statement on GCSE judicial review decision

Chief Regulator Glenys Stacey said: “We welcome the decision of the court that, faced with a difficult situation, Ofqual did the right thing and the fairest thing, for the right reasons. ... Read more

Poor design of GCSE English exam led to grade variations

Strong pressure on schools to achieve GCSE English at grade C Over-marking of controlled assessments in some schools The complexity and poor design of GCSE English exams, along with too much ... Read more