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English and maths resits keep sucking the life out of students

The real-world approach of vocational subjects allows learners to thrive – but English and maths sticks with a model that continually fails

November resits: Upturn in English GSCE pass rate

But maths resit pass rate drops slightly and widens in older age groups

A volunteer-led approach could break the resit failure cycle

The new 100-hour rule for English and maths may increase teaching time, but without personalised support, it won’t shift outcomes. Volunteer tutoring could be the missing piece

Francis review prompts DfE shake-up of English and maths accountability measures

Review response also reveals incoming guidance for colleges on enrichment

The challenge for resits runs deeper than exam volume

With the full findings of the curriculum and assessment review due soon, we believe that fewer exams, more relevant content and flexible structures could break the demoralising cycle of failure

DfE launches GCSE resit teacher training tender

Prioritise regions with lower attainment rates and high teaching vacancy rates, DfE advises CPD bidders

November resits: GCSE English pass rate plummets

But performance in maths re-takes rises marginally

‘Groundbreaking’ GCSE maths resit trial gets cash injection

Funding aims to recruit 160 teachers to partake in next phase of study

Manchester College learner “excited about the future” after passing GCSEs on fifth attempt

A 19-year-old learner at The Manchester College is full of excitement for the future, having finally passed his English and maths GCSEs after five attempts. Jaycy Okpeahior [pictured above] spoke to FE Week of his determination to make the grade in these core subjects – without which he would not be able to progress to […]