Firstly... It is illegal to get a job after GCSEs as the you have to complete sixth form/ college. Don't think that because you go to a school with lower standards that you have to be. You can still achieve and work hard. Imagine the thought of the teachers faces on results day when you push through with those As and A*. . Also I don't think it would matter as much because if you work hard now then sixth form/ college you would have more options. Furthermore a university can see the determination in you if you are the few that can aim high. So I recommend that you show who's boss by going above and beyond what you know rather what you think you know.
- from a fellow student