Source · Select Committees · Education Committee
Recommendation 28
28
Acknowledged
Current post-16 GCSE English and maths resit policy proves ineffective and burdensome.
Recommendation
The current requirement for all post-16 students who have not achieved a grade 4 or above in GCSE English and maths to continue to study those subjects alongside their other studies is not working for the majority of post- 16 students and the Government must change it. Despite a modest rise in overall attainment over the past ten years, the progression rate from age 16 to 19 remains low, with over 80% of those who did not achieve grade 4 at 16 still not achieving that grade by 19. This policy can be demoralising for students and puts a huge strain on colleges and their staff. Whilst ensuring that students continue to make progress in literacy and numeracy is important, an alternative approach is needed. (Conclusion, Paragraph 112)
Government Response Summary
The government aims to improve English and maths achievement at Level 2 through various reforms, including introducing a new Level 1 stepping stone qualification, implementing accountability changes, and providing additional support for FE providers.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The government aims to improve English and maths achievement at Level 2 through reforms, including a new Level 1 stepping stone qualification, accountability changes, and additional support for FE providers.