More than a fifth (22.0%) of UK GCSE entries were awarded the top grades – at least a 7 or an A – this year, down by 4.3 percentage points on last year when 26.3% achieved the top grades.

placeholder image — More than a fifth (22.0%) of UK GCSE entries were awarded the top grades – at least a 7 or an A – this year, down by 4.3 percentage points on last year when 26.3% achieved the top grades.

In Pictures: Joy and relief on GCSE results day

By Staff reporter

Published 24th Aug 2023, 17:20 GMT

Updated 24th Aug 2023, 17:25 GMT

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