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A level predicted grades?

I know this may sound stupid but, I’m currently in year 11 and I’ve been told when you apply for university you give your predicted A level grades. I’ve also heard your A level predictions are based off GCSE results and are the grade lower than you got for GCSE. For example, in history if I get an 8 at GCSE does that mean I might be predicted an A at a level?

Sorry if this may sound completely silly but just want to know if what I’ve been told is true :smile:

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Reply 1

RiemannN

This is not true. Your predicted grades are based on your performance throughout you’re first year at a level and your UCAS prediction exam.

Reply 2

LeapingLucy

No, that's not true. Your school may use your GCSE grades as a guide, but they certainly don't determine your A-level predictions.

Your work over the course of Year 12, particularly your end of Year 12 exams, will be far more important.

For example, if you get an 8 in history at GCSE, but then really struggle making the jump to A-level and don't do well in your end of years, then you are highly unlikely to be given an A prediction. But if you get a B at GCSE, but then do really well throughout Year 12 and get good marks, then an A* prediction isn't impossible.

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Reply 3

DiamondArtist

They will only be your predicted grades at the start of year 12, I don't know if they go lower but probably. They don't get sent off to Unis though, those grades are based off your work ethic in year 12 and your mock grades.