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700,000 GCSE Students Lack Physics Teachers, Urgent Action Needed

9/2/2025

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A report indicates 700,000 GCSE physics students in England lack specialist teachers, especially in disadvantaged areas.
The Institute of Physics emphasizes the need for immediate action, as students without specialists are less likely to pursue A-level physics.
The UK government is urged to invest £120 million over ten years to resolve this issue.
Despite a 38% rise in physics teacher applications, recruitment targets are still not met.

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Story summary

A report indicates 700,000 GCSE physics students in England lack specialist teachers, especially in disadvantaged areas.
The Institute of Physics emphasizes the need for immediate action, as students without specialists are less likely to pursue A-level physics.
The UK government is urged to invest £120 million over ten years to resolve this issue.
Despite a 38% rise in physics teacher applications, recruitment targets are still not met.