As you may or may not be aware GCSEs in England have changed in recent years. The courses and exams have been changed to ensure that young people have the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. The new GCSEs will ensure that students leave school better prepared for work or further study. They cover more challenging content and are designed to match standards in the strongest performing education systems elsewhere in the world. Below are some key pieces of information for you to consider regarding your child’s GCSEs and grading in light of these changes.
GCSE Points
Old Grades | 9-1 Grades | BTEC | OCR Nationals |
A* | 9 | ||
8 | *2 | *2 | |
A | 7 | D2 | D2 |
B | 6 | ||
C | 5 Strong Pass | M2 | M2 |
4 Standard Pass | P2 | P2 | |
D | 3 | D1 | |
E | 2 | M1 | |
F | 1 | P1 | P1 |
G | |||
U | U | U |