Poor mental health leaves pupils three times less likely to pass five GCSEs

Study warns of ‘double hit’ to prospects after Covid crisis disrupted learning and affected wellbeing

Children experiencing poor mental health are three times less likely than their peers to pass five GCSEs including maths and English, according to a study.

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Category: Mental Health