Written question asked by Lord Quirk (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Hill of Oareford (Conservative) on Monday, 1 November 2010.

Schools: GCSEs

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government, with respect to schools in England and Wales, (a) what, in descending order, were the 12 most frequently attempted GCSE subjects in each of the years since 1995; and (b) how many pupils were entered for each of those subjects in each of those years.

Answer: The information requested for schools in England has been placed in the House Libraries. Information for schools in Wales can be obtained from the Welsh Assembly.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 2264; 721 c367-8WA
Session: 2010-12
Related items: Deposited Paper DEP2010-1900
Monday, 1 November 2010
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