GCSE Results Day 2017

Well done to all those who got good results, and commiserations to those DC who aren't happy.

My DD is one of those not happy , in fact she's broken hearted She got a 3 for English, which she feels is the same as the D she got last year, despite her lecturer telling her it's not as it's all exam based this year. She has ASD and over the past few years she's had serious health issues resulting in a lot of hospital stays. When she started college 4 years ago she had to drop from the A level course she had enrolled (and was accepted) on to do what she was capable of at that time - basic life skills e.g. Pottery, cooking and gardening. She's worked her way back up and is now starting a foundation degree next month, so I mighty proud of her, yet all she sees is that she doesn't have her C in English. College are being fab and have already sorted a plan for her, but she's currently sobbing in her bedroom

Still waiting here as well.

I know he hasn't got them yet; he's texted to say he's still waiting

Mountain I've waited 40 min in the car park. They get advice on their options on the spot.

So when all of the gcses are reformed noble, it looks like it will only be a small number indeed that get 9's across the board.

still waiting here. am a wreck.

DDs other bestie has got straight A*s... eek! Wants to go to Cambridge so looks like the first step has been made. She's so lovely and modest as well!

Well DS's results reflect his effort (based on his true abilities) got 5 Bs, 4 Cs and a fail in PE as expected, we knew about this one and he wasn't allowed to drop it even though they knew he'd fail it before exam entrance.

Changed his options as he heard that a Btec Business Studies is worth two A levels (can somebody confirm that is correct?) and Geography, dropped biology as he got a B and he's been advised he will find it hard even with a B. Disappointed initially but then I remembered my niece choosing physics and chemistry and getting bad results and dropping out a year later, in the end I said to him to do whatever as long as he sticks to it and gets good results as he wants to go to uni.

Confusion: well done to your DH! I'm full of admiration for any adult prepared to put themselves out of their comfort zone and to do GCSEs as an adult takes real dedication. He must have a clear path mapped out in his mind and the determination to get there. Good on him!

He's been accepted into 6th form but not told me his grades. Hmmm. Bracing myself and slapping a smile on.

Confusion - congrats to your DH. It is hard work fitting in study around work etc when you are a mature student and he and you should be rightfully proud.

RaskolnikovsGarret that's a fantastic result. Can I ask what type of school this is?

I'm surprised at the high GCSE boundaries for getting into 6th form for many people. At DD's school you need a minimum of 5 Cs including English and maths, and a minimum of a B in the subject you want to take at A level.

Very happy DD.
I am very relieved and can now have a cup of tea!

My niece passed all 10 A* and A in maths English science history B in nearly everything else she is bouncing off the ceiling 😊

Commiserations to those who don't get what they needed.

Teddygirlonce goodness those are great grades, his 6th form must be very high achieving.

My DS can collect his between 10.30 and 12.30. I'm dreading it to be honest. He should really be getting C's, but didn't do much work and the school have been awful.

He makes out he doesn't care, but he does really.

Ds just came back with his gaggle of mates , he's got B in sciences as well. Bloody hell WHAT a relief!

One of his mates is on the phone to his mum saying "I can't even get into the army with these results!" Poor boy

Just read that 51,500 grade 9s were awarded in total across the 3 reformed GCSEs and only 2000 students got 9s in all 3. Well done to the PP's DC who managed it! Amazing!

Teddy they're fab results, his 6th form must have very high criteria!!

Nervous wife here but glad to report that DH passed his GCSE English with a C, at the age of 38!

He's got into the 2 year access diploma course he needs to go to get into uni.

He only passed one GCSE first time round (combination of lack of interest on his part and no parental push/input) but now has 3!

Just wanted to put this out there for all the parents and pupils who need a wee bit of encouragement this morning

Dt1 passed 10, DT2 passed 9, no idea of grades yet as they're still in school but I'm very pleased indeed with that 👍🏼😊

CanIbUffallo

Mine's just gone off to get his. I am thinking similar to you

I just hope hes smiling!

FairNotFair

I'm almost dreading him coming around the corner as I'll be able to tell by the look on his face.

DS hasn't done as well as predicted - 2As, 8Bs and a C. He hasn't done well enough to get into his sixth form - but apparently not alone (25-30 he reported haven't). He's been to see his Headmaster who says he's got a good chance of getting in but may have to revert to the fall-back option...

Oh dear...