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More than 15,000 primary seven children will find out their 11-plus grade later.More than 15,000 primary seven children will find out their 11-plus grade later.
About 6,000 will have been awarded the coveted A grade, which will almost certainly guarantee them a place in a grammar school.About 6,000 will have been awarded the coveted A grade, which will almost certainly guarantee them a place in a grammar school.
Two thirds of pupils in the year group opted to sit the exams.Two thirds of pupils in the year group opted to sit the exams.
The final transfer test will take place later this year, but it is still not clear what system will replace academic selection.The final transfer test will take place later this year, but it is still not clear what system will replace academic selection.
Charlene Moore from the Parents' Advice Centre said results day was an anxious time and urged parents to remain as calm as they could.Charlene Moore from the Parents' Advice Centre said results day was an anxious time and urged parents to remain as calm as they could.
If parents were stressed, then their children would pick up on that, she said.If parents were stressed, then their children would pick up on that, she said.
It was important that those children who did not do as well as expected were reassured by parents, said Ms Moore.It was important that those children who did not do as well as expected were reassured by parents, said Ms Moore.
PAC has a helpline in operation for those seeking advice: 0808 8010722.PAC has a helpline in operation for those seeking advice: 0808 8010722.