YEARS 10 & 11 / BLYNYDDOEDD 10 &11
New GCSE Qualifications in Wales September 2025 – What You Need to Know
As part of the new Curriculum for Wales, GCSE qualifications are changing to better prepare students for the future. The first set of reformed GCSEs (Wave 1) will be introduced for Year 10 students in September 2025, while other subjects will continue with existing (legacy) GCSEs until further reforms are introduced in later years.
Our options booklet has been updated to reflect these changes, ensuring pupils and parents have clear guidance on the qualifications available.
A Mix of Legacy and Reformed Qualifications. Pupils will be able to choose from a range of existing and new GCSE qualifications, depending on their subject choices. The new GCSEs are designed to:
- Be more skills-focused and relevant to modern learning.
- Include a mix of exams and non-exam assessments.
- Ensure smoother progression from Key Stage 3 to GCSE and beyond.