In this year’s Annual Report, Chief Inspector Amanda Spielman highlights concerns around the effectiveness of the government’s policy to require learners who have not achieved a grade 4 in English and/or mathematics to continue studying for a qualification in these subjects.
The report commentary (page 10) states:
“Resit pass rates are low, at 24% for English and 19% for mathematics, and the impact of repeated ‘failure’ on students should not be underestimated. Rather than creating the perception that English and mathematics study in FE is a punishment for not getting a grade 4 at an earlier stage of education, it should instead be pitched as a core part of vocational training. Learners should be able to appreciate that improving their literacy and numeracy is about genuinely improving their knowledge and their prospects for further training and employability, rather than simply something to cram for in a test.
Further thought also needs to be given as to whether colleges, as currently resourced, are able to give this area the investment it needs and deserves.”
Check out the Skills for Life Network E-News Update May 2022 for a round up of what’s new and what’s happening in maths, English, ESOL and digital skills in the FE and Training sector.
On Tuesday 24th of May 2022, AELP in partnership with The Skills Network will run the Maths and English Summit, which will give providers the opportunity to come together to attend a dedicated event focusing solely on maths and English provision.
Advanced Practitioner Reflections is a guide, rich in practice-evidence, where Advanced Practitioners creatively tell their own stories of influence and impact on self, peers, learners, cultures, organisations and the FE sector.
Ofsted Annual Report 2017/2018
In this year’s Annual Report, Chief Inspector Amanda Spielman highlights concerns around the effectiveness of the government’s policy to require learners who have not achieved a grade 4 in English and/or mathematics to continue studying for a qualification in these subjects.
The report commentary (page 10) states:
“Resit pass rates are low, at 24% for English and 19% for mathematics, and the impact of repeated ‘failure’ on students should not be underestimated. Rather than creating the perception that English and mathematics study in FE is a punishment for not getting a grade 4 at an earlier stage of education, it should instead be pitched as a core part of vocational training. Learners should be able to appreciate that improving their literacy and numeracy is about genuinely improving their knowledge and their prospects for further training and employability, rather than simply something to cram for in a test.
Further thought also needs to be given as to whether colleges, as currently resourced, are able to give this area the investment it needs and deserves.”
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