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Boys Surpass Girls in A* Grades Amid Gender Gap

8/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Boys achieved a higher percentage of A* or A grades at 28.4%, surpassing girls at 28.2%.
Boys showed improved performance in maths, while girls' grades in the subject decreased.
Girls excelled in most subjects, notably in health and social care.
A significant gender gap persists in A-level entries, particularly in computing and physics.

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Historical Context

The introduction of the English Baccalaureate in 2010 aimed to enhance STEM education in the UK, resulting in a 28% increase in A-level entries for boys in mathematics. Despite this progress, recent A-level results show a persistent gender gap, with boys achieving 28.4% A* or A grades compared to girls at 28.2%, underscoring the need for targeted reforms in educational choices.

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Story summary

Boys achieved a higher percentage of A* or A grades at 28.4%, surpassing girls at 28.2%.
Boys showed improved performance in maths, while girls' grades in the subject decreased.
Girls excelled in most subjects, notably in health and social care.
A significant gender gap persists in A-level entries, particularly in computing and physics.

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