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Title: GCSE Outcomes for Pupils with EHCPs: Mainstream versus Special School Settings. Summary Report
Language: English
Authors: Neide F. Phillips, Department for Education (DfE) (United Kingdom)
Source: UK Department for Education. 2026.
Availability: UK Department for Education. Castle View House East Lane, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2GJ, UK. Tel: +44-37-0000-2288; Fax: +44-19-2873-8248; Web site: http://www.education.gov.uk
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 22
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Secondary School Students, Secondary Education, Exit Examinations, Scores, Special Needs Students, Students with Disabilities, Regular and Special Education Relationship
Geographic Terms: United Kingdom (England)
ISBN: 978-1-83870-753-8
Abstract: This analysis examines General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) attainment in English and Mathematics for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and compares outcomes between mainstream and special school settings using data from the National Pupil Database. It covers 94,927 pupils across 13 academic years between 2011 and 2024. It uses multiple statistical methods and controls for prior attainment at key stage 2, type of special educational need, and demographic characteristics. This summary report provides an overview of key findings and their implications. A companion report includes the technical methodology and statistical appendices.
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Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: ED679942
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