HC Deb 24 March 2004 vol 419 c898W
Mrs. Iris Robinson

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what methods are being employed to ensure that the percentage of pupils achieving at least three A grades at A-level in Northern Ireland is maintained. [160625]

Jane Kennedy

The standards of attainment of pupils of all abilities, including the most able, are maintained in all schools through teachers' professional development, and evaluated through inspection.