GCSE results day 2025: Education Secretary gives her congratulations to learners

The Cabinet Secretary for Education Lynne Neagle met with students at Ysgol Y Strade in Llanelli who were collecting their results and said:

“Congratulations and well done to everyone who has received their results today.

“I hope you got the grades you wanted and whether you decide to carry on with education, choose vocational training or employment there are many options available. For those seeking guidance on their next steps, support remains available through your school or college and the Young Person's Guarantee, which provides a range of options.

“I wish you Pob lwc, and best wishes for the future.

“We have seen some strong results at our top grades and across a range of subjects including Maths and English. A positive indication that we are moving in the right direction with attainment in our schools.

“I also want to pay tribute to our teachers and education workforce whose support and hard work has helped our learners thrive.”