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Confirmation and Clearing adviser toolkit

Discover key dates, essentials and guidance for Confirmation and Clearing in our adviser toolkit.
A level results day 2025
Thursday 14 August
SQA results day 2025
Tuesday 5 August

Tips for Confirmation and Clearing

Tips for Confirmation and Clearing

Results Day is just around the corner, and whether your students are celebrating or considering their next steps, understanding Confirmation and Clearing is key! David Ruck, Head of Future Pathways at Bristol Grammar School, shares five essential things you need to know.
A level results embargo
8 August – 14 August
SQA results embargo
28 July – 5 August

Advisers' guide to Clearing for international students

Find key information on how Clearing works if you are helping a student come to study in the UK.

Clearing for international students

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 Teachers and advisers can contact us by phone, email or using social media.

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Supporting parents during Confirmation and Clearing

Take a look at our new page, dedicated to parents to help them understand results day, Clearing, and the best ways to support their children throughout the process. In collaboration with university and school coach, Clementine Wade, parents can gain lots of top tips and guidance, as well as signing up for emails with timely information and support.

Parent Clearing guidance