Across Monmouthshire students are receiving their GCSE results.  In a week of intense public and political scrutiny of Wales’ examination system and processes today we refocus on the outcomes that our learners have achieved.  This is a critical point for many of our learners that will see them take their next steps towards further study or the workplace.

Cllr. Richard John, Cabinet Member for Children and Young People and MonLife said: “The week before examination results are published is always tense, but this year’s circumstances have been exceptional.  2020 has been a challenging time for many of our young people as they have been impacted by the consequences of the global pandemic.  I wish to congratulate everyone receiving GCSE results and hope they represent another step towards a rewarding career.  I want to thank all of our school staff who have supported these learners throughout their education together with their families whose support and guidance helped them to achieve.  I wish the class of 2020 the best of luck in their next steps.”

Will McLean, Chief Officer, Children and Young People added: “I want to congratulate all of our learners on what they have achieved today.   I also want to thank all of our schools for their work in supporting their learners through their learning journey but also the support they have given students during the past months of lockdown.  GCSEs mark the end of statutory education but they will mark the beginning of students’ paths to careers and I wish every student the best of luck on that path.”