If they take the single GCSEs they will receive a single 9 to 1 grade for each subject, in the same way as for other reformed GCSEs If they take the combined science qualification, they'll receive an award worth 2 GCSEs It will consist of two equal or adjacent grades from 9 to 1, giving 17 possible grade combinations – for example, (99 New numbering system Contrary to what you might expect, 1 is not the highest grade, 9 is However, 9 will be awarded to fewer pupils than A* is currently In fact, three number grades, 9, 8 and 7The 91 grading scheme was introduced in alongside a brand new GCSE curriculum
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