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New British Sign Language (BSL) consultation marks significant progress towards a fresh qualification that has the potential to connect communities.
The regulator is to refine its approach to ensure awarding organisations continue to offer high quality qualifications.
The Privy Council has confirmed the appointment of Sir Ian Bauckham CBE as Chief Regulator of Ofqual.
Awarding body Pearson put the integrity of exam papers at risk and failed to monitor examiners’ conflicts of interest.
The Education Secretary has appointed a permanent Chair of Ofqual to take up the role for three years.
Regulator Ofqual is seeking views of awarding organisations, students and teachers in a consultation over a proposed update to its Conditions.
A letter written to higher education admissions officers to ensure they are fully aware of grading arrangements for the qualifications that Ofqual regulates for the 2024 to 2025 admissions cycle.
A letter addressed to governors and trustees of schools and colleges about 2024 qualification results.
A letter to school and college heads written by Sir Ian Bauckham, Ofqual's Chief Regulator.
The Secretary of State’s letter to Ofqual outlining DfE's decision on arrangements for GCSE maths, physics and combined science in 2025, 2026 and 2027.
Sir Ian Bauckham CBE has been announced as the preferred candidate for the role at Ofqual following a recruitment and assessment process.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
As the 2024 exam season starts, Ofqual is reminding everyone involved in exams and assessments of the risks of malpractice.
A speech given by Ofqual's Chief Regulator, Dr Jo Saxton, at the Wellington Festival of Education.
A letter addressed to governors and trustees of schools and colleges about 2023 qualification results.
A letter to higher education admissions officers about arrangements for GCSEs, AS and A levels and vocational qualifications in 2023.
Government and Ofqual confirm exam arrangements for students in 2023
First published during the 2022 Truss Conservative government
Manpower Services Ltd is no longer an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation.
The Chartered Quality Institute is no longer an Ofqual-recognised awarding organisation.
Letters to centres, students and private candidates about arrangements for GCSEs, AS and A levels and vocational qualifications in 2022.
Ofqual’s response to the Department for Education’s consultation on Post Qualification Admissions reform.
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