GCSE and A-level results days confirmed for August

GCSE and A-level results day will be on Thursday 20 August and Thursday 13 August respectively, the DfE has confirmed, despite earlier saying it would be before the end of July.

Summer exams have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic and grades will be awarded via calculated grades from teachers.

School standards minister Nick Gibb said: “I am pleased to confirm that GCSE and A-level students will still receive their exam results as planned this summer, on Thursday 20 August and Thursday 13 August respectively.

“I want to thank all those who are helping to make this happen despite the challenges we are facing.

“We know that this is an important milestone for students, parents and teachers and so I hope this news will provide them with some reassurance and clarity.”