A new report has suggested that pupils in families who used food banks during the coronavirus pandemic received GCSEs almost half a grade lower than others.
The research found pupils whose families used food banks received lower GCSE grades than expected pandemic received GCSEs almost half a grade lower than others, a new report suggests.is tracking 13,000 young people who are taking A Level exams and other qualifications this summer.
Rates of psychological distress were substantially higher in families who started using food banks during the pandemic, compared to those who didn't use them.including a high profile campaign led by footballer Marcus RashfordDespite this food poverty still hit many families - and a survey of 12,828 16- to 17-year-olds found 36% of families using food banks weren't eligible for free school meals.
The study tracked 13,000 young people who are taking A Level exams and other qualifications this summer
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