Ofqual has updated its interactive map ahead of this year’s results days to give a more detailed regional picture of qualification outcomes across England. 

The map shows the percentage of students achieving particular grades for each subject across different areas of England. It also shows subject uptake - how many students took each subject in a given area.  

It is the first time qualification results and uptake by subject at local authority level will be published on results days and comes as local leaders are handed greater control over decisions which shape their areas. 

The Ofqual Analytics platform now lets users explore results broken down by local authority district, administrative county or unitary authority, and administrative region. 

The update was made in response to user feedback requesting more detailed and geographically accurate data and reflects the growing importance of local and regional data as decision-making is devolved closer to communities. Previously, the map showed ceremonial counties with limited regional information. 
 
Sir Ian Bauckham, Chief Regulator at Ofqual, said: "Clear useful data on qualifications and outcomes by local authority and regions will enable local leaders and policymakers, as well as students and parents, to gain a stronger understanding of performance in their own area. 

As power and accountability shift to local areas, it’s more important than ever that those on the ground have the evidence they need to serve their communities well.