Young people in Reading will be collecting their GCSE or vocational technical qualification (VTQ) results this morning. 

While the majority will be pleased with their grades, the team of advisors at Elevate careers service, run by Brighter Futures for Children, will be on hand to offer education and training advice to anyone who needs support. 

There are a variety of ways to take advantage of Elevate’s offer of support, including a drop-in session between 12-4pm today (Thursday 22 August), as well as face-to-face appointments that can be booked (details below). 

Brian Grady, Director of Education at Brighter Futures for Children, said: “A huge congratulations to all young people in Reading collecting their results today, you should all be proud of what you have achieved. 

“For those who may not have received the results they were hoping for, please rest assured that there are many options available to you. Our Elevate careers service is there to help support you and offer guidance on your next move. 

“I wish you the best of luck with your A-levels, BTEC, college or whatever your chosen next step may be.” 

Cllr Ruth McEwan, Reading’s Lead Councillor for Education and Public Health, said: “A massive well done to everyone in Reading receiving their exam results this morning. This is a group of young people who have been through lockdowns, remote learning and major disruption to their education not too long ago and everyone should be very proud. 

“If you were disappointed with your results, I urge you to reach out to BFfC’s expert advisors at Elevate who will be there for your in planning your next steps.” 

There are a variety of ways of getting in touch with advisors at Elevate: 

The following websites offer advice for young people and parents/carers about coping with stress and anxiety around the exam results period: