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Statistical releases will be published here on 5 August and then each weekday between 14 – 29 August 2025 and on day 28 (11 September 2025), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends

Statistical releases will be published here on 6 August and then each weekday between 15 – 30 August 2024 and on day 28 (19 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases will be published here on 8 August and then each weekday between 17 August – 1 September 2023 and on day 28, providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases will be published here on 9 August and then each weekday between 18 August – 2 September 2022 and on day 28* providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends. (*Note, due to the national period of mourning following the sad passing of Her Majesty The Queen, the day 28 report was published on Thursday 22 September.)

Statistical releases will be published here each weekday between 10 – 27 August 2021 and on day 28 (published on 7 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases produced on 4 August, then each weekday between 13 August – 4 September 2020 and on day 28 (published on 24 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases produced on 6 August, then each weekday between 15 August – 30 August 2019 (excluding 26 August) and on day 28 (published on 19 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases produced on 7 August, then each week day between 16 August – 31 August 2018 and on day 28 (published on 20 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over ten cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases produced on 8 August, then each week day between 17 August – 1 September 2017 and on 14 September (published on 18 September), providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over five cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Statistical releases produced on 9 August and then each week day between 18 August – 2 September 2016, providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over five cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.

Once results day is out the way, you might be wondering how you can best make use of the summer before university or college starts. Here's some ideas to get you inspired!

Once you make the move to university and get through the first-day unknowns and excitement, students often focus on settling into their new surroundings and getting to know the people they’re sharing accommodation with.

If you're waiting for exam results, here's what you can do before and after results day.

Research your options, meet unis, colleges and employers face-to-face, and get your questions answered at our events, and uni open days.

We’ve been out and about asking students how they’re feeling about the big day and grilling those who’ve been there for their top advice. Our experts explain how Clearing really works, what to do if you change your mind and how to prepare for uni life.

From open days and taster courses to exhibitions and lectures, university events can offer significant support for your higher education guidance work – and to the academic experience of your students.

If you can't get to an open day, virtual tours are a good way to get a feel for a place, check out their facilities, and see what it's like on campus.

Conservatoire open days give you the chance to ask questions and see what facilities are available.

Conservatoire open days are free to attend, and give you the chance to ask questions and see what facilities are available. Find out how to prepare and when the open days are being held.