Why its important to prepare for exam A Level and GCSE results day and how to do it.
With post pandemic adjustments, 2023 exam season looks to be a tough one
Next week will be a milestone for many of our teens as exam results come out. OFQUAL has reiterated that GCSE and A level results are returning to pre-pandemic standards with protection built into the grading process to recognise the disruption that students have faced.
Following years of disruption and with the added uncertainty about how this 'return to pre-pandemic standards' will work, it's hard to know what results will bring. Uncertainty can feel stressful and uncomfortable.
In any year, but especially this one, it's important that we take the time to prepare our teens, and ourselves.
In this week's article for schools advisory service
Talk Education, I discuss that with any milestone – whether it’s a celebration or a setback – the emotional and practical preparation through good communication, compassionate listening and focusing on what we can control gives us an opportunity to support our kids while strengthening our relationship.
We wish you all the best for results week!