Do your GCSE results matter to God?
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GCSE Results Day can bring a huge range of emotions — from celebration and relief to disappointment and uncertainty. So what should young people do if their results weren’t what they hoped for? And how can family and friends offer encouragement and reassurance? Chernise Neo, Head of Impact and Strategic Projects at Spear, spoke to Esther Higham about making the most of results day, whatever the outcome!
Released on 20 Aug 2026
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