The latest A-level results show that 27.8% of entries were awarded top grades, a slight increase from last year but well below the pandemic peak of 44.8%.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson criticized the existing A-level system, highlighting that significant educational inequalities, particularly between state and private schools, have been ingrained over many years.
Phillipson pledged to address educational inequalities, stating that all young people, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity to succeed.
The overall pass rate for A-levels has decreased slightly to 97.2%, which raises concerns about the fairness and accessibility of these critical qualifications.
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