The Government’s consultation on the review of post-16 qualifications at level 3 and below in England was launched earlier this month.
Details of the consultation can be found on gov.uk here: www.gov.uk/government/consultations/review-of-post-16-qualifications-at-level-3-and-below-in-england. There are also two accompanying ad hoc statistical releases which can be found online here:
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/students-and-qualifications-at-level-3-and-below-in-england
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/non-gcse-qualifications-in-england-key-stage-4-entries-and-absence-and-exclusions-outcomes
This intention of this review, alongside the development of T Levels, is to build a world class technical education system. The review is an opportunity to develop a qualifications system where every student, including those with SEND, benefits from high quality qualifications that help them realise their talents and achieve their career ambitions.
As you will see, questions cover a wide range of topics which are particularly relevant from a SEND point of view, and on which the comments of you and your colleagues will be very welcome.The consultation includes questions about qualifications generally, and also at level 3, level 2 and level 1 and below.
The consultation is open for 12 weeks and will close on 10 June 2019.