OCR’s response to the consultation on alternative arrangements for the award of VTQs in summer 2021 highlighted our views on the proposals set out by the Department for Education and Ofqual on 15 January.

A quick summary of our response can be found below covering: the principles for assessment; sources of evidence; January 2021 exams; qualifications in scope; parity with general qualifications; guidance for teachers and learners; appeals; and private candidates.

The summary and full response can be found here:

• Summary of the OCR response to DfE/Ofqual consultation: alternative arrangements for the award of VTQs and other general qualifications in 2021 (PDF, 137KB)
• Full OCR response to DfE/Ofqual consultation: alternative arrangements for the award of VTQs and other general qualifications in 2021 (PDF, 599KB)