Young people

Diplomas get a reprieve, and learners avoid the gap

The government’s decision to pause the defunding of diplomas and extended diplomas is a major victory for common sense

Jessica Hill
James Kewin
Young people

Three pathways, one goal: Getting young people back on track

Our phased transition to new qualifications will provide the certainty providers need, while ensuring no young person falls through...

Jessica Hill
Jacqui Smith
Young people

Level 3 clear-out: Hundreds of courses get fewer than 10 students

New figures show widespread low enrolment across vocational qualifications as ministers push ahead with controversial reform

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
Young people

V Levels ambition will outrun reality unless we slow down

The proposed post-16 landscape looks more coherent than ever after years of false starts, but providers need more clarity,...

Jessica Hill
Michael Lemin
Young people

Focus on T Level shortcomings gives hope for ‘T’ and ‘V’ system

While V Levels simplify choice for learners and employers, work to ensure T Levels fill the space left by...

Jessica Hill
David Rowley
Skills reform, Young people

We need to deliver a new V Level vision for Level 3

The new qualification family promises to simplify the post-16 landscape, but success will depend on how well we protect...

Jessica Hill
Lisa O'Loughlin and John Laramy
Young people

New V Levels qualification must build on the best of BTECs

V Levels must build on BTEC’s proven strengths if they’re to deliver the workforce the UK needs

Jessica Hill
Freya Thomas Monk
Young people

V Levels can streamline, but beware a re-badging exercise

The government’s vision for a simpler skills system is welcome, but real reform means tackling deep-rooted issues like staffing,...

Jessica Hill
Robbie Maris
Young people

V Levels: a victory for vocational education, or another V sign to the FE sector?

The government’s new V Levels promise a third pathway alongside A and T Levels. But are they a genuine...

Jessica Hill
James Scott