IfATE to continue “essential role in skills reform” 29/03/2019 New guidance has been issued to the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.
DfE launches fundamental review of post-16 qualifications system 22/03/2019 The consultation on the review of post-16 qualifications at Level 3 and below has been published.
Technical Awards ruled out of DfE review 21/03/2019 DfE analysis into non-GCSE qualifications at Key Stage 4 has been published.
Encouragement for T Level providers from Skills Minister 20/03/2019 The Skills Minister has written to “2020 Principals” thanking them for their “engagement and enthusiasm”.
Future of the skills system 15/03/2019 New inquiry asks how can we build a skills system that responds to local needs.
Government urged to be “bolder and more ambitious” with T Levels 04/03/2019 The Policy Exchange has published an investigation into T Levels and the wider vocational system.
Review into Level 4 and 5 qualifications continues 04/03/2019 New research into Level 4 and 5 vocational and technical education has been released.
Ofqual reviews moderation and verification 26/02/2019 Ofqual has published a consultation on proposed changes to the way awarding organisations manage and oversee centre assessments.
Update to English and maths GCSE re-sit policy 15/02/2019 A change in the re-sit policy will allow more choice for providers and students.
Qualifications market: the stats 14/02/2019 A quick summary of trends emerging from Ofqual’s latest qualifications market report.