Exam results

[Clover]

Just found out GD’s GCSE results

.She has passed them all, some with flying colours.She achieved 3 Grade 9’s which is the equivalent to A*’s in the old system, 3 old A’ s ,1 old B and 2 good C’s

I am so proud and she told me she is very happy.

[Daisy]

Clover - Many congratulations to your GD. She's done really well, no wonder you're proud of her. What is she going to do next?

I hope the media don't start saying things like they're easier because the grade boundaries have been adjusted etc, etc. The first time for any new exam system or syllabus is a huge stress for both teachers and students, and it makes me cross when people don't acknowledge how hard the students must have worked and how much they are in the dark the first couple of years. When a syllabus has been running for a few years teachers have got lots of old papers to help with revision, and previous examiners' reports to see exactly what's needed.

[Glammanana]

Many congratulations to your DGD Clover she has done so well does she have any idea what she wants to do later on.?
I am not going to comment on DGDs results to be honest I am disappointed not in her results but the fact she has thrown away the best opportunity in her life as I see it.

[Nana]

Well done to your DGD Clover. She must have worked really hard.

I always feel for the students who get low grades. I for one worked hard, failed the 11+, got 7 'O' levels, no A levels but didn't give in. Went to Teacher Training College, taught, got a degree a lot later in life. I couldn't do exams, I froze..but I could do course work type exams. An academic life isn't for everyone Glam. I hope she's successful & happy in the life she chooses.

[Clover]

Thank you ladies.L is going on to do A levels at her current school. She is looking forward to not having to wear uniform.

[Oma]

Oh well done L that's amazing , I love the fact she's looking forward to not having to wear a uniform they feel more grown up then don't they

Glamm has she tried hard that's the question or has she just not tried at all ? such a shame but not the end of the world
My niece left school with nothing, in her 40's she decided to get a education she now at 46 has a Doctorate.

Academics isn't for everyone,
My DD has two Degrees my DS just wasn't interested but now holds a high powered position and is good at his job because he worked hard for it as he got older.

My Sister-in-law was training to be a nurse many years ago but like Nana she froze in exams so gave up she regrets it now but a the time just couldn't do it

[Gemini]

Big CONGRATULATIONS to L, Clover, no wonder you are proud, she has done really well

[Plantaholic]

Well done to your GD Clover and pleased she is looking forward for joining the sixth form.

[Grauntie Mag]

Great news Clover. Congratulations to L from me.
Glam, don’t be too disheartened. DD1 refused to do As and mooched around for a while. She eventually decided on the path she wanted to follow, had her own business at 20, worked hard and has gained our admiration and respect. Your DGD still has plenty of time.

[Nanto2girls]

Congratulations to GD Clover.

[WeeGranny]

Well done Clover's GD! She ....and the family, must be very proud of her achievements. Good luck to her for the future x

[Glammanana]

Thanks Oma,DGD just hasn't tried and thrown back in our faces all the help and support we have tried to give her,she is more interested in what her friends are doing I really hope she see's the error of her ways quickly and can turn it around.
School has agreed to give her a 6 week trial for 6th form but if she at most has a hiccup on what she has signed for on the contract she will be asked to leave.
I'm hoping and praying she will get her head down and try and turn things around.

[Gemini]

It"s never too late Glamma. I hope she gets her act together.

[Daisy]

Glamm, I've seen so many youngsters doing (or not doing, in the case of studying) what your GD is doing at that age. I can't say 'don't worry', because of course you will, but that stage in her life will pass. Has she agreed to the school's contract willingly? If so she may have a few wobbles but she will stick to it. If she's really reluctant, there's not an awful lot you can to - it's the old story about taking horses to water. But, she will change as she gets older and wiser. She will find her path. Some youngsters take the straightforward way, others have to do the rocky hill climb.

Sending her very best wishes. xx

[Glammanana]

Thanks Daisy for your kind words,she was only allowed to sign on for the course if she accepted the contract so she had no choice really.
Her older brother (26) went with her to school to pick up the results and the interview with the Head Master as DD is not able to get anymore time off work and she is on tenterhooks waiting for hospital to ring her so she cannot focus at the minute poor girl.
I am off to their house to-morrow to try and make sure DGD understands what she needs to do to help support the family when her mum undrgoes her operation and aftercare & support that will be needed from her and her older brothers.