Thousands of Welsh pupils received their GCSE results for the November exams, and there are some impressive stats to share! Over one in ten bagged the top A* grade in both Maths and Maths Numeracy, with more than half achieving the coveted A* to C grades. Interestingly, boys led the way in Maths, but girls shone brighter in English and Welsh. Speaking of languages, Welsh first language results were much stronger than English, with a whopping 71.6% scoring A* to C grades compared to less than half for English.
These November exams often serve as re-sits or early attempts for high-flyers, which makes these results all the more intriguing. It’s essential to keep in mind that the number of entries in November is lower, so direct comparisons with summer results aren’t straightforward.
For numbers aficionados, here’s a quick round-up: there were over 13,000 entries from boys and a little over 12,000 from girls across Wales. When it comes to subject choices, pupils can opt for either or both Maths and Maths Numeracy. Maths Numeracy is more practical, while Maths focuses on theory.
Here’s a snapshot of the November GCSE performance:
**Maths:**
– A*: 12.4%
– A-C: 51%
**Maths Numeracy:**
– A*: 10.7%
– A-C: 57.9%
**English Language:**
– A*: 0.4%
– A-C: less than 50%
**Welsh First Language:**
– A*: 1.8%
– A-C: 71.6%
Overall, boys edged out girls in Maths, while girls did better in languages. Watch this space for more insights as schools continue to raise the bar. Congratulations to all the hardworking students! 🎉📚
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