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I have to agree with Jesus. on this. English is essential and it's the government's duty to ensure that everyone leaves with at least a basic standard of education but chances are, if they're getting Ds or below in maths, it's not what they wish to pursue later on. 99.9% of the subject post-KS2 is unnecessary and pretty much a waste of time if the course you want to do doesn't contain a lot of it.