Question 1

What are the main GCSE exams 2021 headlines?

Accepted Answer

Formal GCSE exams will not take place in 2021. Instead, every centre has been asked to determine their own means of grade assessment. The suggested format for this is either via mock exams or coursework, this could have been completed prior to schools reopening or from now. On the basis of the outcome of these assessments, schools are to determine their own grades and there will be no formal regional or national moderation process. Schools will have to provide evidence of assessment quality assurance checks by the 18th June to the exam boards, and they may subsequently be asked for sample pupil grading evidence. Pupils are also allowed to contest any grades that they are awarded.

Question 2

How can Beyond help?

Accepted Answer

For any of the suggested formats above, Beyond has English, Maths and Science material that could be used in the run-up to assessment in light of the GCSE exams 2021 scenario. Equally, Beyond resources could be used for assessment itself. We have always stressed our perspective that, for the sake of enabling teacher headspace, there is no need for professionals to keep ploughing hours into producing new material when there is plenty of resourcing out there already.

Question 3

Is revision still necessary?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Mock exams are going to be a popular choice for many schools, driving up the necessity for traditional exam revision, and if pupils are working on coursework, they’re going to need a solid background understanding of key topic areas. We’re really proud of our revision mats in Maths (Foundation and Higher) and Science (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) which offer endless opportunities to consolidate important concepts. We also provide a number of longer guides from Maths mastery booklets to English Literature revision guides.

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