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Exam board sorry for delay to Sats results in England
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Exam board sorry for delay to Sats results in England

Pearson, the exam board responsible for administering SATs in England, has apologized for delaying the release of results by over a week due to 'technical issues.' The delay pushes the publication from July 7 to July 16, causing frustration among educators and officials. The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) criticized the situation as 'completely unacceptable,' emphasizing the importance of reliable results and holding Pearson accountable. Educators expressed concern over the impact on schools and students, with some markers working late hours to meet deadlines while questioning the accuracy of the marking process. Pearson stated it is working to complete the remaining tasks and ensure results are delivered as soon as possible.

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Exam board sorry for delay to Sats results in England

Pearson, the exam board responsible for administering SATs in England, has apologized for delaying the release of results by over a week due to 'technical issues.' The delay pushes the publication from July 7 to July 16, causing frustration among educators and officials. The National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT) criticized the situation as 'completely unacceptable,' emphasizing the importance of reliable results and holding Pearson accountable. Educators expressed concern over the impact on schools and students, with some markers working late hours to meet deadlines while questioning the accuracy of the marking process. Pearson stated it is working to complete the remaining tasks and ensure results are delivered as soon as possible.

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