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What is the site, situation and connectivity of Birmingham?

Birmingham’s City Structure

How is migration changing Birmingham?

Inequality in Birmingham

What challenges have been created by changes in Birmingham?

How have changes in Birmingham caused economic and population growth?

How has Birmingham been regenerated and rebranded and what have been the impacts?

How has urban living been more sustainable and improved quality of life in Birmingham?

How is Birmingham interdependent with its rural surroundings?

What changes have taken place in rural Worcester?

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What is rural diversification and what are its environmental impacts?

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GCSE Results Day 2024 as it happened - all the reaction, photos and success stories from the West Midlands

Students across the region will find out their GCSE results today - follow our live blog for everything you need to know including grade boundaries for AQA, Edexcel and OCR

• Updated 15:01, 22 AUG 2024

Hundreds of thousands of teenagers across the country receieved their GCSE results today following months of anticipation. Students collected their results from their school s today, Thursday, August 22, from 8am.

For students and parents, GCSE results day can be something of an emotional rollercoaster. While some will be celebrating a great set of results, others will inevitably be considering next steps if things don’t go to plan.

While exam boards have now returned to pre-pandemic grading, experts have predicted ‘multiple crises’ might affect the grades achieved by this year’s cohort - but whatever the outcome, we’re here to guide you through the day. Follow our live blog for all the latest news on grade boundaries, how to appeal, helpful advice and live reaction from schools across the West Midlands .

READ MORE: The Birmingham school with the top A level results and the secret to its success

Tell us your results! We'd love to hear how you've got on. Email [email protected]

• Amazing GCSE results for pupil living with long covid - who also raised £8,000 for charity 14:14
• How do West Midlands GCSE results compare to the rest of the country? 12:40
• Watch - Yardley pupil shares dream of studying medicine at University of Birmingham 11:09
• Top GCSE grades fall but remain above pre-pandemic levels, figures show 09:30
• AQA and Edexcel GCSE 2024 grade boundaries released 08:25

Thank you for joining us...

A big thank you to you all for following - and contributing to - our liveblog today on what has been a day of celebration for students across the West Midlands. We've seen some great GCSE results from pupils in all corners of our city - and some amazing achievements against the odds too!

If you didn't get the results you were after, don't worry, there's still plenty of opportunities out there - this is by no means the end of your education. We wish all GCSE pupils the best of luck moving forward.

That's it for today, folks, we'll be sharing more photos and success stories tomorrow. For those celebrating tonight, we hope you have a wonderful evening!

Wodensborough Ormiston Academy students praised for hard work as head says 'immensely proud'

Students and staff at Wodensborough Ormiston Academy, Wednesbury, are celebrating collecting their GCSE results today. One of the standout performers was Ishvar Singh who successfully completed 11 GCSE qualifications, achieving grade 9s in mathematics, english literature, chemistry, spanish and italian.

Leigh Moore, Principal at Wodensborough Ormiston Academy, said: "It is a privilege to be able to celebrate with all of our students today. Our class of 2024 should all be immensely proud of themselves and what they have achieved despite the significant challenges and obstacles over the years. Thank you so much to our wonderful community, including our dedicated and hardworking staff who have been central to our young people’s success."

Praise for pupils of CORE Education Trust

Pupils from across Birmingham have been congratulated on an 'excellent set of results.' Year 11 pupils from the Rockwood Academy, Jewellery Quarter Academy and City Academy - part of the CORE group - attained amazing grades this year. Some of the standout achievers include:

• Alex Fisher, Head Boy at City Academy, who achieved an outstanding grade 9 and 8 in English Literature and Language. He is heading to Birmingham Ormiston Academy to pursue his passion for Performing Arts

Boluwatifa Badiru, who joined the Jewellery Quarter Academy from Nigeria towards the end of year 10, has worked incredibly hard to overcome academic challenges to achieve two grade 7s in English and a number of grade 6s

Sultan Shahmir, of City Academy, who achieved three grade 9s and three grade 8s, and plans to go on to study Mathematics, Economics and Physics A levels at Camp Hill Sixth Form

Well done to you all!

Amazing GCSE results for pupil living with long covid - who also raised £8,000 for charity

Inspiring pupil Libby Parker achieved four GCSEs at Grade 9 while facing the challenges of Long Covid. Her illness meant the RGS Worcester pupil only had limited time she could spend in school each week.

Not only did Libby smash her GCSEs, she's also raised over £8000 along the way with her ‘Big Push’, fundraising for children affected by long covid. She is looking forward to studying her A Level studies, supported by RGS.

Well done Libby!

GCSE success runs in Yardley family as dad says 'I'm really proud'

A proud dad from Yardley has been in touch to tell us his twin boys have aced their GCSE's today. Alisher Muhammad and Alimusa Muhammad, pupils at KESH Academy, Sheldon Heath, achieved Grade 9 - 7 in most subjects today. Alisher wants to be a barrister in the future, while Alimusa wants to study cyber security at university.

And it seems academic success is something of a tradition in the family as their older sister, Mahnoor Shafquat, also did exceptionally well in her exams a few years ago - she was even featured on our GCSE liveblog in 2017! "I am really proud of my twin boys for their excellent grades and wish them all the best for the future," said dad Shafquat Mehmood.

Clearly, this family has a knack for success. Congratulations to the entire family - your hard work and determination has paid off! Want to share your story? Get in touch at [email protected]

'This year's results are a testament to the hard work and determination of our students'

ATLP (Arthur Terry Learning Partnership) schools in Birmingham have been celebrating GCSE success across their network today. Headteacher of Arther Terry School Samantha Kibble expressed her overwhelming pride regarding the remarkable results achieved by Year 11 students at Arthur Terry School in Sutton Coldfield this year.

She said: “The results stand as a testament to the commitment, tenacity, and diligence shown by our exceptional students. We are delighted that many Year 11 students will be returning to our ‘Outstanding’ Sixth Form as they embark on their A Level journey next year."

Headteacher of Stockland Green school, Rebecca Goode, added: "This year's results are a testament to the hard work and determination of our students, the dedication of our remarkable staff, and the unwavering support from our families. Our students have demonstrated our school PRIDE values, and their success today is well-deserved."

'More and more young people' opting for apprenticeships over A levels

There are many pathways for students on the road to their dream jobs. While A levels are a good fit for some, others might be keen to explore other options like a pprenticeships and more technical qualifications.

Jennifer Coupland, chief executive of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE), has issued the following advice to GCSE students: “I want to say huge congratulations to all the students getting their GCSE results today. They are a massive credit to their schools and parents.

"A Levels will be an excellent next step for many of them, but continuing full-time academic learning doesn’t work for everybody. There are now over 700 apprenticeships and 20 T Levels, which all involve substantial on-the-job training. More and more young people are choosing this route into exciting careers every year.”

Click here to look up apprenticeship and T Level options.

Cyber-security expert warns proud parents 'do not to overshare on the internet'

If your child has done well in their GCSEs, it is only natural to want share their achievements online. While this might seem harmless, it is important that parents and family members are cautious when posting online.

Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator PRO S.L says: "Whilst sharing results alone is ok, sharing them alongside an image of your child in their school uniform or tagging the college they’re heading could be risky. Sharing information or photos of their children on any social media platform, even if their account is private, ultimately leaves a digital footprint. “Firstly, this can lead to future problems such as university decisions or job applications. What the internet says about your child, this can impact these outcomes. Also, if any shared images of personal information, get into the wrong hands of a cybercriminal- such as a child’s full name, birthdates and approximate school and address- this can have serious repercussions, from cyberbullying to identity theft. “Putting personal information online for the world to see is risky for anybody, especially children under 18. It’s important for parents to think twice about what they share publicly.”

Hagley Catholic High School praises students for overcoming Covid-19 disruption

Principal of Hagley Catholic High School, has praised his students for a fantastic set of GCSE results today.

The school said: " We must not lose sight of the fact that this was the Class that 6 months into their secondary education had their lives turned upside down and spent the next 6 months at home, far from their newly discovered friends and educational routines and opportunities. "And yet they have stepped up to the challenges laid before them and taken every opportunity to ensure that period in time did not define them or their educational achievements."

How do West Midlands GCSE results compare to the rest of the country?

This graph, produced by PA, shows the number of GCSE entries awarded 7 (A equivalent) by nation & region. 18.5% of GCSE entries in the West Midlands achieved a Grade 7.

Gap in GCSE results between private and state schools widens at highest level

The gap in GCSE results between private and state schools has widened at the highest grades, PA is reporting. Almost half of entries from private schools scored at least a grade 7 this year, compared to around a fifth of those from both comprehensive schools and academies.

The figures, published by England’s exams regulator Ofqual, will spark fresh concerns among experts about inequalities in the education system and widening attainment gaps between rich and poor youngsters.

'All the hard work has paid off,' say Windsor High School pupils

After months of hard work, students at Windsor High School and Sixth Form in Halesowen are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results. Glenda Cheung got some of the best results we've seen today with a whopping nine GCSEs at grade 9 and one at grade 7.

Well done also to Joshua Newton-Santiago who achieved eight GCSEs at grade 9 and one at grade 8. Collecting his GCSE results today, Joshua, said: “I have had an amazing five years at Windsor High School and Sixth Form. I am grateful for the support my teachers have given me and all the hard work has paid off! I am so proud to have been Head Boy at Windsor during Year 11, which has also helped me achieve my best.”

CEO of automotive giant says 'getting youth into the industry is the way forward'

While heading to college or sixth form to take A levels might be the natural choice for many students getting their GCSE results today, there are plenty of other career pathways available. Steve Horne is the CEO of GSF Car Parts , the UK’s leading distributor of car parts.

He has commented on the need for more youth in the automotive industry. He said: "As students across the UK receive their exam results, it’s crucial to highlight the expanding skills gap in the automotive sector - an issue that is becoming increasingly critical and continues to widen.

“Despite GSF Car Parts actively recruiting and creating a multitude of skilled positions, the difficulty in finding suitable candidates persists with no end in sight - and getting youth into the industry is the way forward.

“We urgently need to address this shortage by encouraging the new generation of students to view the automotive industry as a promising career path. There are thousands of extensive apprenticeship roles that provide practical experience and a gateway into this dynamic field."

Redditch pupils achieve school's highest ever percentage of Grade 7s in English and Maths

Congratulations to Matthew Mok, Avaneesh Desh, Zara Claridge and Darcey Coombes who are among some of the highest achievers at Arrow Vale High School in Redditch. This year's cohort has achieved Arrow Vale’s highest ever percentage of Grade 7s in both English and Maths.

Ian Mellor, Executive Principal at Arrow Vale, said: “Today we celebrate the fantastic achievements of our students. The outcomes this year reflect hard work, dedication, and excellent working relationships with staff. Congratulations to all students and their families.”

Perry Barr student achieves incredible eight grade 9s at GCSE

Students at CORE Education Trust schools across the city have been congratulated on their GCSE achievements this summer. The CORE trust has four schools in Birmingham including the Arena, City, Jewellery Quarter and Rockwood academies.

Maryohan Al-Ibadi, who attends the Arena Academy, achieved some of the best results we've seen so far today. He got eight grade 9s and one grade 8 today, and has chosen to study A levels at Aston Manor Academy.

A big well done too to Boluwatifa Badiru, who joined the Jewellery Quarter Academy from Nigeria towards the end of year 10 and has worked incredibly hard to overcome academic challenges to achieve two grade 7s in English and a number of grade 6s.

Jo Tyler, CEO, CORE Education Trust, said: “I am delighted for all CORE students celebrating results today. They should feel justly proud of their academic achievements, but also of the values of respect, kindness and collaboration they have learned during their time with us. We are a close-knit community and the class of 2024 will forever be a part of the CORE family. They leave with our best wishes for the future, and a reminder that they will always have a warm welcome when they come back.”

Watch - Yardley pupil shares dream of studying medicine at University of Birmingham

Ali-Shaan Hamdeen, of Cockshut Hill in Yardley, is celebrating a stellar set of GCSE results today. He achieved grade 9's in Maths, English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Statistics, along with grade 8s in English Literature and Religious Studies and a grade 7 in Geography.

Ali-Shaan is planning to study A levels in Maths, Biology and Chemistry and hopes to study medicine at the University of Birmingham. He spoke to our reporter this morning.

GCSE success at Cockshut Hill in Yardley - in pictures

Our photographer has been at Cockshut Hill in Yardley this morning speaking to students receiving their GCSE results. It's been a successful morning to round off an exciting year at Cockshut Hill School, which celebrated its first ever Good Ofsted rating recently.

Principal, Mr Jason Bridges was also recently honoured with a Silver Pearson Award in The Award for Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School category. Among some of the highest achievers this GCSE results day are Kitti Krisztian, Ali-Shaan Hamdeen and Zarin Tarin - a big well done to you all!

Jason Bridges, Principal, Cockshut Hill School, said: “I could not be more proud of our students, who have shown real resilience and studied with determination to secure these results. Well done to them all and our very best wishes for the future.” Here are some pictures from Cockshut Hill this morning.

'I don’t care about your GCSE results', says hiring manager

Didn't get the results you wanted in your GCSEs? Fear not, because Gareth Hoyle, Founder of Marketing Signals , says GCSE are never something he looks for when hiring. He says job experience and other qualifications are more important to any employer.

He said: "I run a digital marketing agency and have interviewed hundreds of candidates with various skills and experiences. One thing is certain: their GCSE grades have never been a deciding factor. Sure, I might glance at them if I’m interviewing a school leaver with little other qualifications or experience. But, if their results were low, I’d still consider them for the job. Their work ethic, practical skills, and ability to fit in the team matter most."

We want to hear from you - give us your advice on GCSE results day

How did your GCSE or O-Level results affect the course of your life? Do you have any advice for teenagers who aren’t sure what to do next?

Click here to comment and join in the conversation.

WJEC and CCEA grade boundaries released

Grade boundaries for the WJEC and CCEA exam boards have now been released. These two exam boards still use the lettered grading system, rather than the new numbers.

See how many marks you need to pass each exam here .

Impressive seven grade 9s for Black Country pupil

Students and staff at Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy, in Tividale, are celebrating today after collecting their well-earned GCSE results. Among the highest achievers are:

• Ethan Johnson (pictured left) who achieved seven grade 9s and a grade 7
• Shahnaz Rezai who secured five grade 9s and three grade 8s
• Mya Bhader who obtained four grade 9s, three grade 8s and a grade 7

Adrian Price, Senior Principal at Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy, said: "I am beyond proud of our students' GCSE results. They have shown incredible dedication, and today is their day to shine. It has been a true pleasure getting to know them all during their time with us and seeing them flourish. Our whole academy is really looking forward to seeing them continuing to achieve in the next steps – I wish them all the very best.”

GCSE results gap between London and the north-east narrows, but 'significant differences' remain

The GCSE results gap between London and the north-east of England has narrowed for the first time in nearly a decade - but 'significant differences' still remain. Both regions continue to have the highest and lowest proportion of GCSE entries awarded grade 7/A or above respectively, though this has fallen to 10.7 percentage points from 10.8 points in 2023.

It is the first time this gap has narrowed year-on-year since 2016, when it fell from 7.7 points to 7.5 points. Pepe Di’Iasio, general secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL), said the results show “significant differences” in regional outcomes for GCSEs in England.

He said: “This suggests that relative levels of prosperity and socioeconomic disadvantage continue to play a huge part in educational outcomes, and addressing these gaps must be a key priority for the new government working alongside the education sector. “We have to do more to support our schools and colleges. Funding and teacher shortages, combined with post-pandemic issues around mental health, behaviour and attendance, have made circumstances particularly challenging.”

Ormiston Forge Academy praise students for 'hard work and perseverance'

Ormiston Forge Academy, in Cradley Heath, is celebrating as students collect a strong set of GCSE results this year. Among the high achievers are Libby McDonagh (pictured right) who secured 9 GCSE grades, eight of which were grade 8 or 9, including grade 9s in English language, business studies and history.

Well done also to Archi Milek, who achieved 11 GCSEs in total at grade 8 or 9, Alexander Endicott, who received 9 GCSE grades, including grade 9s in biology, geography and computer science and Yusuf Khan, who achieved 9 GCSE grades.

Lisa Mason, Principal at Ormiston Forge Academy, said: "Our students' GCSE results are a testament to their hard work and perseverance over the past few years. I am so pleased to join them today in celebrating their achievements.

“We can’t wait to see what they accomplish in their next chapter of education; I know they all have incredibly bright futures ahead of them.”

How students can get their hands on GCSE results day freebies - from Nandos to Wagamama

And months of hard work and stress, what better way to celebrate (or commiserate) than by getting your hands on some free food? Several famous food chains and restaurants, including Nandos, Wagamama and Las Iguanas, will be giving away freebies to pupils today.

Nandos customers who present their student ID and grades at the register will receive a free quarter chicken or starter menu today - while students can also grab a free side and drink by signing up to Wagamama's new loyalty programme and showing your exam results.

At Las Iguanas , GCSE students can get a free plate of nachos when they show them their exam certificates. If you're in the mood for a film, Showcase Cinema s is offering free popcorn to all those collecting their GCSE results across England and Wales. To claim the offer, customers will simply need to have a ticket for a film showing at Showcase Cinemas on 22nd August and show proof they have received their GCSE results that day.

Solihull pupil achieves five 9s and five 8s at GCSE

Shfaa Qaiser, of Lyndon School in Solihull, is celebrating a fantastic set of results today. She achieved five 9s and five 8s in her GCSE and equivalent subjects. She has applied to study Biology, Chemistry, History and Maths at Solihull Sixth Form and hopes to pursue a career in dentistry or medicine.

Among the other high achievers were Abigail Unlu, who received four 9s, four 8s and one grade 7 and Tom Carlin, who got four 9s, three 8s and three grade 7s. Congratulations to you all!

Abid Butt, Principal, Lyndon School, said: “I am delighted for Lyndon learners and staff members, who have worked incredibly hard throughout the months and years that have led to today’s fantastic achievement. Our learners richly deserve this recognition and every opportunity that comes their way in the future. ”

Pupils at Ninestiles, An Academy celebrate a great set of GCSE results

Alex Hughes, Principal at Ninestiles, an Academy in Acocks Green, has praised his students for their GCSE successes following a 'challenging' few years. At Ninestiles, an Academy, head girl and award-winning public speaker Marigold Adu received three grade 9s and all other subjects at grade 7 or above.

Isaac Mohammed balanced studying for his GCSEs with a burgeoning cricket career for Warwickshire receiving grade 5 or above in English, Maths and RE as well as a level 2 Merit in Sports Studies. Tangina Akram, who had 100% attendance this year, received grade 5 and above in all subjects with an 8 in English Literature. She has made amongst the very highest progress in her year group.

Principal Alex Hughes said: “Congratulations to all our fantastic students, who are receiving their results today and preparing to move on to their next exciting stage. Throughout the many challenges of the past few years, their commitment, and the dedication of our staff, has never wavered. They fully deserve their success.”

OCR grade boundaries released - here's what you need to pass

OCR (Oxford, Cambridge and RSA) has released its grade boundaries for the 2024 GCSE exams. All GCSEs in England are marked on a 1 to 9 numerical scale, with 9 being the highest. Grades 7 to 9 are equivalent to the old A and A* grades.

Take a look at what marks you need for each grade for OCR exams here .

Top GCSE grades fall but remain above pre-pandemic levels, figures show

The proportion of GCSE students awarded top grades has fallen from last year, but is still higher than before the Covid-19 pandemic, national figures show. The figures, published by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), cover GCSE entries from students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

More than a fifth (21.8%) of UK GCSE entries were awarded the top grades – at least a 7 or an A grade – this year, down 0.2 percentage points on last year when 22.0% of entries achieved the top grades. According to figures from Ofqual, the number of 16-year-old students in England who received a 9 – the highest grade under the numerical grading system – in all their subjects has risen on last year. But there are also nearly 5% more GCSE entries this year compared to last.

Margaret Farragher, chief executive of the JCQ, said: “These achievements are hard-earned and students should feel justly proud to have reached this important milestone in their educational journey.”

HMRC Child Benefit warning ahead of GCSE results day

Millions of parents risk having their Child Benefit stopped if they fail to inform HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) of an important change by the end of the month. Families have until August, 31 to tell HMRC if their 16-19 year-old is continuing education or training post GCSE results day, or their Child Benefit payments will stop.

For more information on how to extend your Child Benefit claim, click here .

Expert advice for parents on dealing with disappointing GCSE results

Gareth Greenwood, education expert for High Speed Training has shared the following advice to parents on how to support their child if they don't get the GCSEs they hoped for.

1) Celebrate achievements

Gareth comments: Whatever results students are faced with, remembering that each individual has experienced their own, personal journey to get there is vital. Remind them of the obstacles they’ve overcome to get to this point - it’s a credit to their work ethic in such challenging times.

“For students who haven’t done as well as expected, they’re going to be feeling a whole mixture of emotions, including disappointment and panic. It’s important to remind them that they did their best, which is only something to be proud of - these results won’t be the sole determinant of their future success."

2) Consider getting their exams re-marked

Gareth shares: “Students are required to get a minimum of a 4 in maths and either English literature or language to avoid having to retake them at A level. So the first step for students who have scored a high 3 in these subjects is to ask for a re-mark. It’s not a certainty that re-marking their paper will increase their grade, and in some cases the grade can be lowered, but it’s definitely a step that’s worth considering if the result is close to a 4.

“There is a charge for getting the exams re-marked, but in many cases this is something that the school will cover. It should also be said that if the grade is less than a 3, there’s very little chance of it increasing to a 4, so in this case it’s not worth asking for a re-mark.”

3) Contact the college or sixth form

Gareth explains: “Many colleges will do what they can to accept your child, even if they underperformed in their GCSEs, so it’s vital that you speak to them about what options your child has. It’s possible that they will offer your child a place on their chosen course, with conditions relating to performance or retaking key GCSEs. They may also offer them a place on a similar course.

4) Consider the career path your child wants to take

Gareth says: “Many students will be under the impression that not receiving their desired results means they can’t pursue the career path they had in mind - it’s important to reassess and rationalise these thoughts. It’s possible that your child can still get into their chosen career path by going straight into employment, or by taking qualifications that aren’t A-levels, so it’s important that you evaluate whether college is a necessity or a bonus when it comes to entering their career of choice."

5) Don’t rush into decision making; seek further support and advice

Gareth comments: “In the unfortunate case that your child doesn’t receive the results they need, take time to let feelings and emotions die down so that you’re both able to see the bigger picture. There’s no immediate rush to make a decision, regardless of the outcome you’ve been faced with."

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