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A Level and GCSE results day

2025 results day dates

A Level, AS, and T Levels: Thursday 14 August 2025

GCSE: Thursday 21 August 2025

I did not get the exam results I expected

Do not panic! Support and advice is available if you need it.

Tips for results day

  • Do not panic - There are lots of options available to you and there is still time to sort something out
  • Explore your options – Our progression choices page outlines all of your options for leaving school or college, from apprenticeships to college, and T-levels to internships
  • Speak to your careers adviser - You can also speak to a National Careers Service careers adviser by calling 0800 100 900
  • Reward yourself – Even if your results are not what you expected, you should still be proud of all your hard work

Drop in to one of our Work Clubs

You can visit one of our Work Clubs and speak to one of our friendly employment officers. We can also help you with writing a CV, exploring alternative options, and preparing for employment. Find a work club at:

Venue Day Time
Bitterne Library Every Monday 10am-12pm (except 25 August)
Thornhill Library Every Tuesday 10am-12pm
Lordshill Library Every Wednesday 10am-12pm
Monty’s Community Hub Every Wednesday 10.30am-12pm
Central Library Every Thursday 3-5pm

Find a library.

Visit our online Young Adults Employment Hub

If you have not got the results you were hoping for, you can finding information, resources and advice on our online Young Adults Employment Hub.

Exam results helpline

Every year the National Careers Service provides support for students, parents, and families after results day. Whether you did better than expected, or did not get the grades you were predicted, a qualified careers adviser is on hand to give you advice around your next steps.

Contact them by telephone at 0800 100 900.

Explore your options

  • Apprenticeships – work based learning, a chance to earn while you learn
  • Traineeships – develop your skills and gain valuable work experience
  • Supported Internships – work-based study programmes for 16-24 year old with an Education, Health and Care plan
  • T-Levels – a mix of classroom and on the job learning
  • A-Levels – study several subjects at a college or sixth-form
  • Higher Education – get a university degree in a specific career area
  • Employment – get help from the Employment Support Team to find your first job, if you’re under 18, your job needs to have some form of training included

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