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GCSE Retakes Under Fire | Leeds News
The government is rethinking GCSE retakes after realizing the current system demoralizes students and fails to prepare them for apprenticeships or further education. With only one in five retaking students passing on their second attempt, Education Secretary proposes a new “pathway qualification” — a lower-level credential that still ensures core skills in reading, writing, and math — designed with industry input to be a credible stepping stone. The Prime Minister backs the shift, celebrating student resilience and championing diverse routes to success, emphasizing that flexibility and…
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