The former Conservative government announced plans to replace A-levels with a new qualification called the Advanced British Standard but the Labour party, which took power in July 2024, has decided to retain the A-level system. Here's everything we know about the U-turn.
Hundreds of thousands of 18-year-olds in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are awaiting their A-level grades ahead of Results Day this Thursday. In 2024, achieving the right combination of grades is still crucial for securing a university place. It might surprise you to learn that A-levels have now been a key part of the education system for 73 years — and despite recent proposals to replace them, they are likely here to stay.
