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Personal statement for PGCE primary

This is your chance to explain why you want to teach primary age children and convey your enthusiasm for teaching

This example should be used for guidance only. Copying any of this text could significantly harm your chances of securing a place on a course.

Example personal statement for PGCE primary

In my early education, reading and writing were a challenge. At age nine I received a diagnosis of dyslexia bringing with it extra support from the school. This gave me a real determination to overcome my disability. It drove me to study hard, achieve high GCSE and A-level grades and go on to achieve a 2:1 in criminology at the University of England. Although this is not a national curriculum subject, working through and coping with my dyslexia at university helped me nurture my own love of learning. I aim to emulate the support provided to me to ensure that no child is left behind in their learning due to barriers they may experience. I believe that being dyslexic will give me a unique insight into the support requirements of dyslexic children but I am aware that children face many other personal, social and emotional challenges alongside learning disabilities. Recognising these barriers and helping each child to have the confidence to succeed is one goal I hope to achieve as a teacher.

I began spending one day a week, then two days a week in a primary school, which has strengthened my love of learning. I spent time in both Key Stage 1 and 2 classrooms and have so far completed 40 days in a school. I observed lessons such as English, maths, Spanish, science and art, listened to pupils read, and went on to work with small groups. I started to grasp lesson planning and discuss with teachers' current educational issues, such as the changing curriculum. I was able to observe how different teachers handle classroom and behaviour management, particularly picking up on the importance of maintaining an assertive yet sympathetic style. This all shapes my classroom practice to become more effective, for example seeing someone moving up a reading band as a result of the extra time I gave to them. Recently I saw a child making good decisions with their behaviour as a result of the plans we made together. I am gaining experience currently with a year three class of 30 children, working with them one-to-one, in groups and leading the whole class. Learning to think on my feet numerous times a day is challenging but rewarding, especially when I receive positive feedback on my lessons.

For the past two years I have been a volunteer leader with my local Cub Scout group, consisting of 30 boys and girls aged between eight and ten years. This encompasses weekly meetings, trips and overnight camps. During camps, along with the other leaders, I am responsible for the children's physical and emotional wellbeing. I need many of the skills I have seen in the classroom to be an excellent leader. A highlight was being able to use my craft and sewing skills to instigate and lead a mural making project with the completed mural now proudly displayed in the scout hut. Resilience, good judgement, enthusiasm, energy, patience, creativity, responsibility, leadership, reliability and stamina are all essential. Being a volunteer leader has helped me grow my confidence, leadership and communication skills, which I look forward to bringing into the classroom.

Through my studies, work experience and volunteering, I have received and given feedback. I know how essential it is to provide constructive feedback that will help the recipient learn and develop rather than become demoralised. I have witnessed teachers providing meaningful and specific feedback to pupils and how this raises their self-esteem. I have learned from this and practised it in my own interactions with children, with positive results.

I wish to specialise in working with Key Stages 1 and 2 as I feel it is demanding but hugely rewarding to work with children at this vital formative period in their educational development. I am aware that the children within each class could be at vastly different levels in relation to their abilities.. Being able to confidently ascertain their levels and differentiate the work accordingly is something that I know I will need to master.

I achieved high grades in law, biology and statistics at A-level. I believe these subjects have provided me with a broad knowledge base to enable me to teach the full primary national curriculum. Even though I didn’t study any design-related subjects at college, I do consider myself a creative person so would relish the chance to teach subjects such as art, music and drama alongside the core subjects of English, maths and science.

My criminology degree provided me with many relevant skills including data analysis, essay writing, critical analysis and research. I also developed the ability to work to a deadline under pressure, both independently and in groups, something I feel is directly relevant to teaching. Learning about the social inequalities in society alongside modules on safeguarding have provided me with a deeper insight into the affect these things can have, not only on a child but also the family and wider community. 

During my degree I undertook a one-month work placement with a homeless charity. I was tasked with trying to find valuable work experience to boost the self-esteem and self-worth of the individuals. This was a humbling and eye-opening experience. I met some truly amazing people both within the charity and among the service users. The many knock backs I received from companies helped to build my resilience and determination culminating in successfully finding an organisation that was willing to offer experience and training in the catering industry.

I believe that schools should be a safe and welcoming environment where children feel comfortable to express themselves, which in turn will aid their ability and willingness to learn. I hope that I will one day be able to provide this to all the children I teach.

Tailor your statement to primary teaching and include:

• Why you'd like to teach this age group.
• Elements from your degree that have helped to prepare you to become a primary school teacher.
• Skills you have developed and where you gained them, such as communication, patience, resilience and planning.
• Any examples you have working with the age group you wish to teach. This could be classroom based as well as through play schemes, youth groups and summer camps.
• Any specialist training such as safeguarding, first aid or mentoring.
• How your own educational background has influenced your desire to teach.
• Your understanding of the primary national curriculum.
• Your thoughts on children's wellbeing within the education system.

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Model UCAS Student Primary Teaching Personal Statement

Subject: English

Age range: 16+

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9 September 2023

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An incredibly helpful resource for sixth form students in helping them complete their university application. This resource is a model personal statement completed by a sixth form student for a Primary Teaching degree course. The personal statement is detailed whilst being succinct, including sections on work experience, personal reasons for wanting to study the course, academic history and interests/hobbies. The personal statement gives students an idea of what to include in and how to structure their own personal statement, possibly using it as a template.

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Your teacher training personal statement

Your personal statement is your chance to make yourself memorable with teacher training providers and show them why you’ll make a great teacher.

You do not have to write it all at once – you can start it and come back to it. Successful candidates often take a few weeks to write their personal statements.

How long should my teacher training personal statement be?

Your personal statement can be up to 1000 words. 90% of successful candidates write 500 words or more.

You could include:

• skills you have that are relevant to teaching
• any experience of working with young people
• your understanding of why teaching is important
• your reasons for wanting to train to be a teacher
• any activities you’ve done that could be relevant to teaching (such as first aid courses, sports coaching or volunteering)

Teacher training providers want to see your passion and that you understand the bigger picture of teaching.

How to write your personal statement

When writing your personal statement you should make sure you check your spelling and grammar in your application. You want to make the best possible impression.

You can use ChatGPT or other artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help you write your personal statement. You should not rely on it to write your entire statement because:

AI tools use bland language and will not be able to give details about you as a person. Using them may result in your application being unsuccessful

your account to apply for teacher training may be blocked if you consistently submit personal statements that look like they have been written with AI tools

Do I use the same personal statement for each application?

You can use the same personal statement for every course you apply to.

However, there may be some instances where you’d like to tailor it to different courses.

For example, if you want to apply to train to teach maths and also to train to teach physics. In this case, you might want to change your personal statement to talk more specifically about the subject you’re applying to train to teach.

Should my personal statement be different if I’m training to teach primary or secondary?

You should use your personal statement to explain why you feel passionate about teaching a specific age range or subject.

If you’re applying for a primary course with a subject specialism, or you’re particularly interested in certain primary subjects, you can talk about that, too.

If you’re not sure if you want to teach primary or secondary, you can find out more about teaching different age groups .

Do I need school experience?

You do not need school experience to apply for teacher training, but it can help strengthen your personal statement.

Teacher training providers like to see that you have a good understanding of teaching, how the school system works and what your transferable skills are. You need more than just good subject knowledge and school experience can be a great way to get this.

Getting some school experience can also be a good way to make sure teaching is right for you before you apply for a course.

Find out how you could get school experience .

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You can get help with your personal statement from our teacher training advisers . They have years of teaching experience and can give you free, one-to-one support by phone, text, or email.

Advisers can also help you understand more about what teaching is really like, which can help improve your application.

Having a teacher training adviser was really beneficial when editing my personal statement and preparing for interviews. My top tips for the application process would be to get an adviser, and to think about what transferrable skills you have when writing your personal statement and answering interview questions. Felix, former teacher trainee

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Primary Education Personal Statement

Enthusiasm for learning and teaching, work experience and natural ability to connect with children, are qualities I have, which I believe make me an ideal candidate to embark on the Primary Education degree. I am fascinated with the human developmental capacity to learn new skills and knowledge. I am keen to further understand child psychology, care and education. This course offers me the opportunity to fulfil my desire to make a real and enduring difference to the lives of individual children and the community. To confirm Primary Education is the right career path, I have undertaken a range of work experience to fully understand the role of a teacher, classroom management and primary school environments.

During my work experience with Key Stage 1 children, I was responsible for assisting individual children and small groups. Activities included reading and telling stories, spelling, maths, arts and crafts and physical education. I was also involved in creating displays, talking and listening to children, assisting with motor and coordination skills. One-to-one support for a child with a learning disability has highlighted the need to fully understand the limitations children may have and how to adapt techniques, which work best to help them succeed in tasks. I developed my communication skills with children, by assessing their abilities and creating engaging ways to present information, so it is clear and accessible. Observing how the teaching staff plan, cooperate and communicate with each other, shows a high level of team work, trust and order for a successful teaching environment. My creativity, reliability and enjoyment of working with others are skills I can bring to University and as a teacher. Following this enjoyment of primary school education, I have been assisting in another local primary school since the beginning of the academic year.

I have also gained experience at Key Stage 2, giving me insight in to teaching an older age range of children. I was involved in assisting in large capacity classes, assisting pupils who required extra support, from basic French, reading activities and history to ensuring safe break times. Assisting with a Roman art display reflected how pupils transfer what they have learnt, in a creative and physical way. I had the opportunity to see how lessons were planned, created and implemented, but also adapted to suit the class. Being positive, enthusiastic and approachable allowed for children to assimilate new ideas and concepts with ease. My work experience has highlighted the demands, challenges and rewards for teaching in primary school, where I believe I will be most effective.

In my free time, I enjoy playing sports such as hockey and netball. Skills such as teamwork, strategy and strength are key for a challenging and enjoyable game. During the summer holidays, I assist with coaching hockey to children age nine to eleven. Knowledge, enthusiasm and patience were reflected when demonstrating new hockey skills and techniques. It is particularly rewarding to umpire a match and see how much the children have improved. Sharing my abilities has shown that hockey brings people together for teamwork and how young people enjoy challenges. I am also a keen long distance runner, finishing top 5 in the Annual Steeplechase event. I believe regular physical exercise is important for keeping the body and mind in shape, to allow for greater focus while teaching.

Work experience, personal development and self-directed learning reflect my proactive approach to becoming an effective classroom teacher and education leader. I wish to bring my passion for learning and teaching to university, while working with likeminded peers. Conscientious, diligent and resilient are key traits I can use to my advantage as a student and leader of education. I am committed to contributing, improving and making a difference the education of future generations.

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Writing a personal statement for teacher training

These guidelines apply to applications for a PGCE or Schools Direct which are both made through Apply on the .Gov website

Include the following:

• Your reasons for teaching: Avoid clichés like, "I've always wanted to be a teacher".
• Choice of programme: Demonstrate that you have made a well-researched and informed choice. Show your knowledge of Initial Teacher Training providers.
• Knowledge and commitment to the age range you are applying for: If you are applying for both primary and secondary places in the same application, you need to make a strong case for your preferred option.
• Subject specific commitment: Subject tutors read the forms, so if you are applying for secondary it is important to mention this.
• Enthusiasm: Selectors look for clear-headed, informed enthusiasm. You need to demonstrate you understand the demands of the profession. Why would you be a good teacher?
• the national curriculum, national strategies and subject organisations eg The Association of Science Education
• classroom management (behaviour, groups, resources, timing and pastoral care)
• teachers roles and responsibilities
• classroom organisation
• differentiation- special education needs (SEN)
• the role of ICT
• assessment for learning
• awareness of possible gaps - eg if you have a C grade in English and are applying for primary, you need to show that you are willing to polish up
• Mention any geographical restrictions you have, as these may be taken into account.
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Writing a Postgraduate Teacher Education personal statement

Updated on 7 July 2023

Guidance on how to write a PGDE/CE personal statement and an example to help demonstrate your skills, experience and motivation for teaching.

A personal statement is a short piece of writing (47 lines/4000 characters) which you are asked to submit in support of your application to study a PGDE/CE made through UCAS. It is your opportunity to demonstrate your skills, experience and motivation for teaching.

Before you start

Remember that this is a very important part of your application. Take your time to carefully plan out and practise your statement. It is a good idea to draft your statement in a word document and get some feedback on it before committing to the final version..

• Don't waste space with irrelevant or repetitive information. Be succinct and avoid complicated language and overly long sentences.
• Be specific about what you have to offer. Detail what you have gained from your experiences in schools/working with children. Give appropriate evidence of the skills you possess for teaching.
• Indicate the relevance of other types of experience or skills you possess, e.g. supervising people or sports
• Avoid using negative language. Present any gaps in skills or experience positively.
• Finish with a summary of what you have to offer     leave the selectors with a clear understanding of your suitability for the course.
• Let your enthusiasm for teaching and working with children shine through in everything you say.
• Check grammar and spelling thoroughly! Do not rely on the spelling and grammar check on your word processing package alone. Ask someone to proof read it for you.
• If you are cutting and pasting from a word document, remember to check the formatting.

Questions to consider when structuring your Personal Statement

• Why do you want to be a teacher? - What has inspired you; who/what influenced you?
• Why do you want to work with young people? - What appeals to you about working with this age group; what skills do you possess that will help you?
• Why do you want to teach your subject? For primary: demonstrate a breadth of knowledge across a range of curriculum areas. For secondary, show how your subject knowledge is relevant to the curriculum.
• What have you gained from working with young people? - Have you had any experience in schools or working with children in other settings? Reflect upon what you did, what you observed, what you learned.
• What else can you offer? Skills in sports, music, languages, arts and crafts, ICT etc.

This is an example personal statement. There is considerable room for improvement and the notes make suggestions to help you with writing yours.

I am applying for the PGDE course because I have always wanted to be a teacher. I really like working with children and think that I have the right kinds of skills to become a good teacher .

• The above statement is far too short: you are allowed 47 lines/4000 characters so use them.
• Remember to specify whether you are applying f or primary or secondary courses.
• It is not enough to say that you have developed the "right kinds of skills". Be specific about them.
• It is important to have a strong opening statement . It is the first thing the selectors will read so you want to make an impact. 
• Think about why you have always wanted to teach and clearly demonstrate.

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At school, I was involved with the Primary 1 class when I was in final year. I helped the less able children with reading on a one to one basis. I also help out at my local Brownie pack every week, keeping the girls busy with various activities. I have applied to do the Student Tutoring Scheme.

• When describing experience with children, make sure you are specific about what you learned from the work and the skills you developed.
• You need to demonstrate (by providing evidence) that you have developed/ have the potential to develop skills such as communication, leadership, teamwork, problem solving, organisation, planning and time management.

At school I studied a wide range of subjects but the one I enjoyed most was History so that is what I have studied at university. I also took Psychology and Politics in first year and Politics in second year too.

• When describing your studies, remember to show how this is relevant to the subject(s) you will be teaching.

I have been a babysitter for two children for several years and enjoy helping the older child with his homework now that he is at school.

• When describing your experience remember to demonstrate the transferable skills you have gained in this role that would be relevant to teaching. For example with babysitting you could link to the skill of 'behaviour management'.

I am very interested in education generally and keep up to date with current issues by reading the BBC website.

It is not enough to say that you 'keep up-to-date' here. Give a summary of what you have to offer and stating why you should be offered a place on the course.

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Teacher training personal statement example (primary pgce) 2.

I am one of ten, so you may see why I would like to work with children. I wasn't always sure as to what profession I would like to join but for the past couple of years it has became apparent that I want to work with children. This was mainly influenced by a new addition to my family, my nephew.

For the past year I have helped develop his skills and encouraged him to learn new things. I truly value the sense of achievement gained in teaching new skills to children and I wish to continue to do so, and this is therefore one of the main reasons for wanting to join a teaching course for key stages 1 and 2.

Discovering my love for helping and supporting others I chose to broaden my knowledge of the teaching experience by completing two work experience placements within a primary school environment. For two weeks I shadowed various teaching staff, observing their teaching techniques and the ways in which they support the children.

I found each day a new challenge as new faces, new personalities were emerging which brought various obstacles my way as different methods of teaching were needed. The most enjoyable aspect of this work environment is that no day is ever the same. -New lessons, new people. It was exciting to know I had the opportunity to assist in someone's learning, gaining satisfaction from seeing the new skill acquired.

This particular experience, working within a primary school environment, allowed me to acquire a number of skills and also help enhance my weaker ones. I have always acknowledged the fact that I can be a very good listener and a good communicator which is an important quality needed. I found that my communication ability improved as I got to know students which encouraged my confidence to escalate.

I am able to work well independently and can also work very well as part as a team, which became obvious to me during my stay at my placement. I have also demonstrated this throughout the majority of my school experience, for example, when playing team sports, such as Netball, Rounders, Badminton, Athletics, etc.

During my school experience I have embarked on a number of activities which exhibit my more positive qualities that I have thoroughly developed within the past few years. Such activities include helping out at events such as Open Days, Parents' Evenings, Welcome Club, etc. In doing so, I have shown I am a polite, mature, organized and committed young adult.

I am currently a School Prefect and buddy, working closely with the years 7, 8 and 9 students. My role is to represent the school in a positive and professional manner. I believe I do this well as I portray an enthusiastic, responsible and reliable image. In order for me to have been considered to be a Prefect or a buddy I needed to have the essential qualities for that particular role.

Such qualities needed are congruence, resilience and assertiveness. These specific qualities, I believe, have been made evident to my teaching staff as a result of the community work in school I have taken part in. I have accomplished my British Red Cross basic First Aid certificate which I completed at school. I have also achieved my Food Hygiene, Business Dynamics and Junior Sports Leadership Certificates.

I am very much looking forward to expanding my practical and theoretical knowledge by attending university. In pursuing a degree in teaching, I seek to advance my knowledge of educational studies and improve my personal skills. I ask you to give me the opportunity to further my education as I know I have the commitment, the patience and the persistence to succeed.

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This personal statement was written by esther for application in 2007.

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constructive criticism please =] and thankyou very much for your comments and thankyou in advance =] =] I am applying for the following universities: Gloustershire, Manchester Metropollian, Wocester, Winchester and Wolverhampton

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slightly too repetitive with grammar mistakes. i felt you needed to push on and tell us your interests outside of education. Its what they want also, depite the positive critism, overall a decently constructed statement, good luck.

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very very good - only thing missing is personal info well done!!!

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Tue, 20/11/2007 - 14:09

This statement is very boring and also very long fix it up

Sun, 06/01/2008 - 13:37

I am applying for a place on a Graduate Teacher Programme... your statment has helped me with ideas on how to 'sell myself'!

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Firstly, I would like to congratulate this person for the amazing Personal Statement that has written. I think that it sounds very honest and realiable. Although it is a bit too long. CONGRATULATIONS

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dis personal statment help me to find out why i would like to do teaching as well.fanx xx

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not brilliant. dont get me wrong its good. but its dodgy gramatically. and looooong

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Sun, 20/04/2008 - 16:39

I'd be interested to know if you ogt the placement after sending this in?

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This is really good with the right length of information. Well done wish you all the best! :)

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Wed, 02/07/2008 - 16:54

this personal statement helped me soooo much - i just did not know where to start and i thought that this one was way better than the example that my tutor gave me. it gave me so many ideas. thank-you so much!

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Tue, 08/07/2008 - 11:36

This helped me alot although it is quite long and you need to check through your grammar.

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You made some good points,

Wed, 05/11/2008 - 14:08

You made some good points, but obvioulsy thought they were so good you needed to repeat them, two or times over. Otherwise impressive :]

interesting and good but

Thu, 06/11/2008 - 18:06

interesting and good but should have mentioned your out of education skills. in otherwards what interests you apart from teaching.

Wed, 19/11/2008 - 17:35

This personal statement is very analytical and you have covered crucial points to enable you a place on a teaching course..well done and good luck!

Helped thank you

Fri, 21/11/2008 - 19:18

Helped me to write my personal statement as my shool did very little to show me what i was actually meant to do!! Thank you!! =]

This is the best statement i

Thu, 26/03/2009 - 16:37

This is the best statement i have read and have used this to help me. thanks.

this is good but like some

Wed, 13/05/2009 - 14:37

this is good but like some others said a little repetitive but go you for trying!!

Thu, 15/10/2009 - 07:22

This personal statement is really good and maybe i'll use some of the things in it that i applies to me

why is it so hard to write a

Fri, 22/01/2010 - 12:04

why is it so hard to write a personal statement??

very long, repetitive, and

Thu, 18/02/2010 - 17:39

very long, repetitive, and grammer and spelling needs checking. otherwise okay

I wouldn't give you a place

Fri, 17/09/2010 - 09:44

I wouldn't give you a place if it was upto me, sorry but how far up yourself can you be? Do you only go to school? There is nothing about outside of school.

Thu, 23/09/2010 - 11:24

i think this is very good thanks dudealicous

thanks babe

this is an excellent personal

Thu, 14/10/2010 - 21:39

this is an excellent personal statement you realy know what you are talking about, I am applying for the same thing so i hope alongside you i get a place in the uni's i am opting for. x

People are saying this is too

Thu, 21/10/2010 - 17:53

People are saying this is too long, but its not! you are actually under! its 4000 characters and this is one 3 and half. Its a given me a good insight to how it has been done! Thanks!

very good and helpful

Wed, 17/11/2010 - 12:44

very good and helpful just 1 question 1 0f 10 wtf? r ur parents rabbits

Thu, 29/09/2011 - 11:55

this is such a good personal statement and really helped me with mine- thankyou! :)

Did Wolverhampton give you a

Thu, 13/10/2011 - 14:38

Did Wolverhampton give you a place?

wow! what an amazing

Tue, 10/01/2012 - 18:58

wow! what an amazing statement! definitely given me inspiration to re-write mine x

Very good! I'm currently

Sat, 22/09/2012 - 15:45

Very good! I'm currently writing mine (well, trying to write it) so yours helped me A LOT! Thanks!x

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Ucas to show historic entry grades data to university applicants

Admissions service announces series of initiatives to encourage students from low-income families to apply for higher education.

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Applicants to UK universities will be able to view historic entry grades data and offer rates for each course, it has been announced.

The  change is the latest of a series of new initiatives  launched by the admissions service Ucas to encourage more students from low-income families to apply for university.

Concerns have been raised in recent years about  stalling progress in widening participation efforts , with the  entry rate for those eligible for free school meals at its lowest level since 2019 .

Previous Ucas research found nearly half of applicants were admitted with lower than published entry requirements.

The new tool will show students both offer rates and the historic grades held by previous successful applicants on admission to a course, alongside the listed entry requirements published by universities.

It is intended to increase transparency around the admissions process and help students to make informed, ambitious choices.

When testing the tool with students, 78 per cent said the entry grade tool would be extremely or very useful to them.

Ucas also announced that students in receipt of free school meals will no longer have to pay the £28.50 university application fee.

Jo Saxton, chief executive of Ucas, said no young person should be forced out of higher education because of the associated costs or because they lack the confidence to apply.

“These new initiatives are the first in what will be a series of steps we take to make the university application process more fair, simple and accessible,” she added.

Last year the organisation  announced that it was replacing the personal statement with a series of questions , following concerns that it had been contributing to inequalities in higher education access.

Vivienne Stern, chief executive of Universities UK, welcomed the decision to end the university application fee for students who have received free school meals.

“It may be a small part of the overall cost, but it sends an important signal – we want you, and we want to do all we can to make going to university possible, whatever your financial circumstances,” she added.

“It would be nothing short of a tragedy if someone chose not to apply to university because they couldn’t afford the Ucas application fee.”

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