IT’S that time of year again – GCSE results day is fast approaching and millions of students are set to receive long-awaited grades.
Every pupil will no doubt be nervous to open that all-important envelope on Thursday, August 20.
GCSE students can get their hands on plenty of results day freebies Credit: Alamy/ Simon Dack
From free pizzas to matcha lattes – there’s lots to claim Credit: Daniel Jones – The Jattvibe
But no matter the grades, GCSE results day also means freebies.
There are plenty of restaurants, pubs and retailers offering discounted and free treats for those who open their GCSE results on Thursday.
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From free chicken to dessert giveaways, here are all the freebies you can nab on GCSE results day.
Nando’s
Much like A-Level results day earlier this month, GCSE results day means a tasty treat for Nando’s fans.
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The PERi-PERi chicken giant is making sure pupils can enjoy a chicken-y freebie, no matter how they performed in exams.
Simply show your GCSE results letter at your local Nando’s branch and you’ll be eligible for a free 1/4 chicken or starter, alongside a minimum £7 spend.
Itsu
Lovers of Asian-inspired cuisine can snap up a delicious freebie at Itsu on GCSE results day.
In order to collect a totally free tray of steamed vegetable or chicken gyozas, turn up and present your GCSE results, dated for 2026.
TGI Fridays
For those in need of a refreshing beverage following the anticipation of results day, TGI Fridays is offering just that.
GCSE results holders can head to their nearest restaurants and claim a “dirty soda” free of charge, with no other purchase necessary.
Expect your favourite fizzy drink levelled up with things like sweet syrups, zesty juices and cream.
But make sure to take your results with you to claim the freebie.
Bill’s
Heading for a celebratory meal at Bill’s after you open that envelope?
GCSE results holders will be treated to a free dessert with any main meal at the beloved high street eatery.
There’s brownies, sticky toffee puddings, cinnamon doughnuts, sundaes and more on offer.
Zizzi
Get to Zizzi pronto on GCSE results day, as the first 30 students to show up at any branch and order a soft drink will nab a free Classic Pizza.
Once the first 30 free ones are gone, GCSE results holders can still enjoy 50 per cent off a Classic Pizza alongside a soft drink, until 5pm.
Simply show your results slip to be eligible for pizza deliciousness.
Pizza Express
Speaking of pizza, your GCSE results can score you a Pizza Express treat, too.
Bottomless pizza? There’s no better way to celebrate – and the Italian chain is offering 90 minutes of unlimited pizza and doughballs.
By showing a results slip, it’s available for £12.50 per person.
GCSE students can nab free Nando’s chicken on results day Credit: Alamy
Free desserts are up for grabs at Bill’s Credit: Alamy
Frankie & Benny’s
Frankie & Benny’s is making sure students getting their GCSE results are full on Thursday.
The restaurant chain is giving away a free starter AND a free dessert to any results holder buying a main adult meal.
Banana Tree
If Southeast Asian cuisine is more your thing, Banana Tree is offering the same thing.
GCSE results receivers can secure a free starter AND a free dessert with every main meal purchased. Yum.
Wildwood
Students opening their GCSE results can head to Wildwood for tasty freebies.
The Italian will treat any results holder to a free starter or dessert, as well as a free Coke Zero, with every main meal purchased.
Rosa’s Thai
Calling bubble tea lovers this GCSE results day. If you’re getting your results, head to Rosa’s Thai for a yummy freebie.
The Thai food chain is treating GSCE results holders to a free Pad Thai when they buy a bubble tea.
Las Iguanas
In the mood for Mexican? GCSE students can treat themselves this results day.
Las Iguanas is giving away a free starter AND a free dessert to GCSE results holders, when they purchase a main meal and show their results.
Bird & Blend
If you’re a GCSE student AND a matcha lover, Thursday will be a good day.
Bird & Blend is treating results holders to a free iced Superstar Matcha on the big day.
There’s no purchase necessary to redeem the freebie – just show your results!
Giggling Squid
GCSE results holders can head to Giggling Squid on the big day for a yummy free treat.
Students can get their hands on a free portion of Sticky Chicken with any main dish purchased at the Thai restaurant.
Better yet, the offer is running between August 20 and August 23, so you have the whole weekend to claim.
Showcase Cinema
Planning to take in a movie after opening your GCSE results?
Students can head to their local Showcase Cinema and be treated to a free small ICEE drink.
Simply buy a same-day cinema ticket and show your results to redeem.
Prezzo
There’s no rush to redeem Prezzo’s results day treat.
The Italian chain is giving away a free drink to 2026 exam results holders, when they buy any adult main meal.
The offer runs until December 4 of this year – just show up with results in hand to claim.
The Real Greek
Fancy a taste of Greece on results day?
After opening your exam results, head to The Real Greek to enjoy a free souvlaki wrap.
The offer is available every day from August 13 to August 27, before 5pm.
Pizza Pilgrims
Another one for the pizza lovers this results day.
Pizza Pilgrims is giving GCSE students the chance to enjoy 50 per cent off all pizzas, for your entire table!
Up to four people can enjoy the deal and all you have to do is show your GCSE results from August 20 to August 27.
Byron Burger
Celebrate exam results with Byron Burger’s results day BOGOF deal.
Head to the burger joint and enjoy the buy one, get one free offer after opening your results.
The deal can be used across four tasty exclusive burgers.
Wagamama
Wagas fans can enjoy a generous discount on a results day visit by presenting their exam results slip.
The special offer will get results holders 25 per cent off food and drink at the iconic chain.
Bella Italia
Another fab deal for the Italian food fans. Make your way to Bella Italia after picking up your GCSE results to secure delicious freebies.
Results holders who show their results slip will be eligible for a free starter AND dessert with any main meal.
Almond Family Pubs
Heading for a family pub lunch after picking up your GCSE results?
Choose Almond Family Pubs for a free meal when you show your results and purchase another main meal in the same order.
