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Study suggests fear of failure and low confidence link to GCSE resit absences
July 09, 2026
COVENTRY, England, July 9 -- The University of Warwick issued the following news release:

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Study suggests fear of failure and low confidence link to GCSE resit absences

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New research from the University of Warwick suggests those who miss their GCSE English and maths re-sits are often struggling with low confidence and anxiety, stemming from previous negative experiences of education, revealing barriers within the wider education system. < . . .

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