14-19 Education and Skills white paper

This White Paper sets out proposals for reform of the 14-19 phase. It aims to secure the basics in English and maths as well as introduce new specialised Diplomas, recognising achievement in functional English and maths, appropriate academic and vocational material and cover the occupational sectors of the economy.

Within qualifications, the paper aims to introduce a general (GCSE) Diploma, which will recognise the achievement of 5 A*-C grade GCSEs or equivalent, including English and maths. Also to challenge the most able by introducing optional harder questions into separate sections at the end of A level papers and encouraging acceleration where appropriate.

Finally it sets out to provide more opportunities to re-engage the disengaged or disaffected through tailored programmes, significant work-based learning and a new pilot programme based on the post-16 Entry to Employment programme.

More resources relating to 14-19 educationm including the Working Group on 14-19 Reform final report, is available at www.14-19reform.gov.uk

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