Responding to the Welsh Government’s decision to grade A-Levels based on the recommended grades from teachers, Welsh Liberal Democrat Jane Dodds said:
“I’m pleased that Kirsty Williams has taken this decision to change the awarding of grades and prioritise the grades given by teachers. It gives pupils the confidence they need to go forward into the next stage of their life, knowing their grades reflect their hard work and perseverance.
“The method originally used to allocate results had merits, and while AS-Level results do give a good indication of a student’s capabilities, today’s announcement will better reflect the progress many have made over the previous year.
“I am also glad to hear there will be further announcements about a full and independent enquiry into the situation, so we can identify the weaknesses in our current examination grading system.
“A good quality education is key to empowering our children with the ability to go forward into the world with the skills they need to succeed.
“The Welsh Liberal Democrats will continue to champion education and give our children the best possible start in life.”
Help keep news FREE for our readers
Supporting your local community newspaper/online news outlet is crucial now more than ever. If you believe in independent journalism, then consider making a valuable contribution by making a one-time or monthly donation. We operate in rural areas where providing unbiased news can be challenging. Read More About Supporting The West Wales Chronicle
