Secondary students and parents

2022 exam changes

The Department for Education has released advance information about how GCSE and A level exams will work in 2022.

To help explain what this means for you, we have a page with the relevant information you need to know ahead of this year's exams.

Learn about 2022 exam changes

We're committed to helping every learner achieve their full potential.

We know that the last few years of disruption in schools due to COVID-19 have had an impact on all students, parents and teachers.

As an awarding body and leading educational publisher, we're working hard to support students with the latest information on exams and provide support to help you feel confident about your educational goals and future steps.

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Careers hub

Whether you’re considering your subject choices at school or college ahead of starting GCSEs, BTECs or A levels, or thinking about your future once you’ve completed them, you’ll find information and advice here to help you make informed choices.

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Supporting SEND students

We have created a guide for supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with some strategies to help you support your child while learning at home and guidance on using our Rapid Plus reading series for struggling readers.

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Looking after yourself

Feeling a certain amount of concern or worry about the changes that have taken place this year is natural. We're here to support you as much as possible with wellbeing resources that have been developed for young people, teachers and parents.

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