Commenting on results day for A Levels, T Levels, BTECs and other
vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs) today, Paul
Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, said:
“Congratulations to all students receiving their results for A
Levels, T Levels, BTECs and other vocational and technical
qualifications (VTQs) today. These grades are the result of a
huge amount of hard work in challenging circumstances, by both
students and school staff. Everyone should be very proud of their
achievements.
“Although we are seeing different A level results nationally this
year, this is not a reflection of the achievements of students,
but simply a result of the government’s decision to transition
back to pre-pandemic grading models. The numbers are a reflection
of the system and not the students. Universities, employers and
other providers know this and should take this into account when
making decisions on places and offers.
“It is vital that everyone remembers that we cannot compare this
year’s results with those from previous years. The student
cohort, the context and the approach to grading has been
different every year since 2019 so simplistic comparisons are
unhelpful and will not tell the full story of the experiences of
students or their schools and colleges.
“The results students receive today are not only an
acknowledgement of their hard work and achievements but are a
passport to the next stage of their lives. There are so many
options available to them to get onto the path for their chosen
futures whether that is through further study, training or
employment.”
