Leicestershire County Council says it is on hand to offer advice to local students about to receive their exam results.

Around 3,000 county pupils are set to find out their A/AS Level, T Level and vocational-technical qualifications (VTQ) grades, alongside a majority of BTEC results, tomorrow (Thursday, August 15) and more than 7,960 pupils will find out their GCSE grades next Thursday (August 23).

Councillor Deborah Taylor, lead member for children and families at Leicestershire County Council, said "We're thinking about everyone receiving exam results this summer.

"We know a lot of work has gone into preparing for these and waiting can be an anxious time.

"We wish you all the very best. We hope you achieve the outcomes you were hoping for and are looking forward to taking those next steps in life, whether through further education or training, or by entering the world of work.

"But please remember, if your results are not what you hoped for, there are lots of options available and support is out there."

Guidance and support for pupils receiving their results should be available from their school or college where staff will be able to advise on the options available.

Anyone who wishes to appeal or query a grade award should contact their local school or college directly.

If you feel your grade has been awarded in error after a review has been carried out, you must submit an appeal to the exam board.

More information on appeals can be found HERE.

The county council offers support to young people in Leicestershire aged 16-19 through signposting to available services, and individual support up to 25 for people with special educational needs, to help them get into education, employment and training. More information is HERE.

Any young people worried or in need of mental wellbeing support can visit HERE and HERE.

And if you are not sure which career to pursue, you can also get career guidance from your school or the National Careers Service nationalcareers.service.gov.uk.