Recognise Grade 3 in GCSE English and Maths as a Standard Pass

• Classify Grade 3 as a standard pass, or • Introduce a dual recognition system where Grade 3 is accepted as a functional pass for work and vocational routes.

This petition was rejected on 9th Apr 2026 for not petitioning for a specific action

The Petition Committee commented:
We are not clear about the action that you are seeking, as the Government is not responsible for the grade sought by employers. This is something which is up to each employer. More information is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/gcse-9-to-1-grade-scale-explained/gcse-9-to-1-grade-scale-explained

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Recognising Grade 3 as a pass — particularly for employment and vocational routes — would create a fairer system that supports different learning paths while still allowing higher grades to remain the benchmark for academic progression.

This change would help reduce pressure on students and colleges, improve wellbeing, and remove barriers that prevent young people from moving forward in education or work.