GCSE Results: GCSE pupils had 75 million lessons with non-specialist teachers

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding to news that GCSE results have seen fall for a second year running – with 68.2% of all grades marked at grades 4 and above, Liberal Democrat Education spokesperson Munira Wilson MP said: 

"Congratulations to all students getting results today whether that is GCSEs, vocational technical qualifications or BTecs. These students have had their education significantly impacted by the pandemic and should be rightly proud of their achievements today.  However there are thousands who will have missed out on the grades they hoped for.

"In addition to the impact of Covid, over 75 million lessons for GCSE pupils getting their results this week were taught by non-specialist teachers.

"Liberal Democrats know that investing in schools and teachers is vital to give every child the chance to thrive. The Government must urgently put in place a proper schools workforce strategy to ensure we have the specialist teachers our children need”

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