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| Social Class | GCSE Pass Rate (5+ A*‑C) |
|---|---|
| Working‑class | 68% |
| Middle‑class | 84% |
| Upper‑class | 92% |
Mechanism 1 – Economic resources: Higher‑income families can afford private tutoring, better learning materials, and extracurricular activities that enhance exam preparation.
Mechanism 2 – Cultural capital: Middle‑ and upper‑class parents are more likely to possess the language skills, expectations, and knowledge of the education system that align with school demands, thereby supporting their children’s achievement.