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Find out about Ofqual's rules for the qualifications and assessments we regulate.
Reformed GCSEs in England are graded from 9 to 1, with 9 being the top grade. Combined science is graded from 9-9 to 1-1.
Information about changes to assessments to support disabled students.
Guidance for students, parents and schools to help students avoid making mistakes which could lose them marks or lead to disqualification from an exam.
How to get a grade reviewed (GCSE or AS or A level or other qualifications) by your school or college: how to appeal to your exam board and to Ofqual.
Guidance on formats and timings for submitting data to Ofqual.
Subject matter specialists provide invaluable advice to Ofqual as we carry out our role in regulating qualifications. Find out how to apply to be one.
Grade descriptors for GCSEs graded 9 to 1. Designed to provide an indication of the likely level of performance at grades 2, 5 and 8.
A series of 'postcards' outlining the work Ofqual is doing, with an emphasis on current reforms to qualifications in England.
This joint contingency plan is in place to deal with any major disruption that may affect exam candidates.
Recent updates regarding regulated qualifications.
As the 2024 exam season starts, Ofqual is reminding everyone involved in exams and assessments of the risks of malpractice.
Rules about arrangements with third parties, including Centres and publishers
Rules and regulations for English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) qualifications.
Getting back to normal, with protection for students.
Certificates awarded for all vocational qualifications (excluding GCSEs, AS levels and A levels).
Overview of the support being provided for each qualification for students taking GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2022.
Rules about appeals, complaints and the content, design and issuing of certificates
Statistics on vocational and other qualifications (excluding GCSEs, AS levels and A levels).
For Level 3, Level 1/2 and Level 2 vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs) used for progression and taken alongside or in place of A-levels and GCSEs.
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