Assessment
The latest news and analysis on exams in the UK, including key dates, timetables, results and statistics for Sats, GCSEs and A levels
Friday
23rd May 2025
Warning over ‘excess of caution’ in introducing digital exams
Concerns raised about the wait for on-screen assessment after AQA chief tells Tes that digital exams in a major subject are not expected until 2035 at earliest

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Revealed: The ‘fundamental unfairness’ of exam marking reviews
Tes findings expose the ‘disincentives’ for deprived schools in pursuing reviews of GCSE and A-level exam marks, sparking calls for changes to the system

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Tuesday
20th May 2025
GCSE exam dates 2025: timetables and key information
This summer’s GCSE exam period begins on 8 May. Find what you need in our complete guide to GCSE exams in 2025

A-level exam dates 2025: timetables and other key information
The 2025 A-level exam series begins on Monday 12 May. Find everything you need to know in our complete guide

When do Sats results come out in 2025?
Find the key dates and details for the 2025 Sats results, including what the scores mean and how they’re used by schools

Wednesday
14th May 2025
How our intensive GCSE workshop events are boosting grades
Using data analysis to identify students just missing out on certain grades, our trust is holding conferences to sharpen exam technique, says this director of education

4 in 5 teachers warn government will miss ‘school-ready’ target
A lack of affordable childcare is contributing to the problem of children starting Reception without being ready for school, a poll suggests
