GCSEs: Pupils should be proud but action on RAAC and attainment needed

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Commenting on this morning's GCSE results, Liberal Democrat Education Spokesperson Munira Wilson MP said:

“Congratulations to all those who are getting their results today. Every pupil who sat exams this year should be very proud of what they have achieved.

“However, as we saw last week with A Level results, there will be thousands of students across the country whose education has been disrupted by crumbling RAAC in their schools, leaving their schooling in turmoil. The estimated 19,700 children taking GCSEs who have been affected by RAAC should be able to access a special appeals process which would allow schools to appeal for higher grades.

 "There has been a growing gap between the attainment of disadvantaged pupils and their more affluent peers and this is something that must be tackled. It is vital that all children, regardless of their background are given the opportunity to reach their full potential."

ENDS