School Improvement Adviser hails range of qualifications
It's important to ensure Manx businesses understand the value of vocational education.
That's the view of the government's School Improvement Adviser following GCSE results day.
Pupils matched the record rate for A*-C grades, including English and maths, with vocational or applied qualifications now making up 10% of the total entries.
Joel Smith believes it's important to give students variety:

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