GCSE and A-level Examinations 2021-09-06
2021-09-06
TAGS
Response quality
Questions & Answers
Q1
Partial Answer
▸
Context
The MP is concerned about the impact of limited access to online learning on student performance in exams.
What steps will be taken to ensure that GCSE and A-level exams are equitable for all students, especially those with limited access to online learning?
Ensuring fairness is at the core of every decision regarding 2022 exams. Consultation on adaptations was launched and will result in announced decisions shortly, taking account of education disruption.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Did not specify how online access issues will be addressed
Consultation
Plans To Be Published
Response accuracy
Q2
Partial Answer
▸
Context
The MP is seeking assurances that the Government will provide clarity on exam adaptations and contingency plans.
Residents and teachers are concerned about lack of clarity and delays. Will the Secretary of State provide clear guidance and a contingency plan for exams in case disruptions occur?
Exams will go ahead if possible. Adaptations to ensure fairness have been announced. Contingency plans with Ofqual are being developed and will be published shortly.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Did not provide a specific contingency plan timeline or details.
Plans Being Developed
Shortly To Publish
Response accuracy
Q3
Partial Answer
▸
Context
The education gap has grown significantly under the current Government.
Since taking over, the education gap between state and private schools has reached record levels. What will the Minister do to address this issue?
The hon. Gentleman should look at the last Labour Government's record where the gap was narrowing throughout their tenure.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Redirected to past government's performance rather than addressing current issue.
Referencing Past Government
Response accuracy
Q4
Partial Answer
▸
Context
There is a disparity in A-level grades awarded by state and private sector schools.
Given the disparity between predicted A-level grades, should exams be marked before university applications? Will the Government remain committed to this policy?
My hon. Friend raises an important point. We are committed to looking at post-qualification applications to address the issues he raises.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Did not commit to a specific policy for 2022 exams.
Looking Into It
Response accuracy
Q5
Partial Answer
▸
Context
Haringey borough has lost £690,720 of its pupil premium.
With the loss of significant funding for Haringey's pupil premium, when will the Government address this issue and correct it?
The pupil premium is up by £2.5 billion from last year's £2.4 billion. This Government introduced the pupil premium to ensure that background does not affect education outcomes.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Did not provide a timeline or commitment for correcting Haringey's funding loss.
Overall Increase In Funding
Response accuracy
Q6
Partial Answer
▸
Context
The Institute for Government estimates it will take about three years to settle grade inflation.
When will the chair of Ofqual outline a plan to tackle grade inflation? Will there be no change to grading systems like an A** or grade 10 in 2022?
There will be no change to the grading system for 2022. We are looking at longer-term issues about GCSEs and A-level grading.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Did not provide a specific timeline or plan from Ofqual's chair.
No Change In 2022
Looking At Long Term
Response accuracy