Published: Thursday, 24th August 2023
Councillor Mohon Ali, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills visited schools in Oldham to congratulate students as they received their results.
He said: "Congratulations to all Oldham students receiving their GCSE results today. I'm sure you have all worked so hard and should be very proud of your achievements. For those students who didn't get the results you were hoping for, don't panic - there are many options and lots of support available to you.
"Whatever path you choose next in life there is lots of advice and guidance here to help you take the next steps."
Councillor Umar Nasheen, Deputy Cabinet Member for Education and Skills also visited schools on the day and said: "There are so many talented young people here in Oldham so it's fantastic to see that talent reflected in many of the great results achieved today.
"A big well done and congratulations from me to everyone today - your success is very much deserved."
The Oldham Council website has all you need to know on what to do next. Including how to apply for sixth-form colleges and other further education options in Oldham.
For anyone feeling stressed, worried or low before or after results day, please know that there’s support to help you through it.
Kooth.com (ages 10-25) or Qwell.io (26+) are online spaces with non-judgemental, anonymous help from an online community, as well as direct messaging with qualified professionals. Visit the websites to sign up.
The Pennine Care NHS Phone Line (all ages) is run by experienced mental health professionals who can listen and help you work through immediate problems, as well as give information about other services and ways to move forward. The helpline is open 24/7, even on bank holidays. Call 0800 014 9995.