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The Working Group on 14-19 Reform, chaired by Mike Tomlinson, published its final report [available in VOCEDplus at TD/IRD 88.166] in October 2004. This white paper responds to the challenge issued in the report, i.e. how to fulfil the needs and aspirations of every young person. The white paper sets out proposals that are designed to redress the 'second best] standing of vocational education while protecting and enhancing the reputation of the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and A levels. The proposals build on the strengths of the existing education system and are intended to: (1) ensure that every young person masters functional English and maths before they leave education; (2) improve vocational education; (3) stretch all young people and help universities to differentiate between the best candidates; (4) re-motivate disengaged learners; and (5) ensure delivery. The contents are: Executive summary; Introduction; The challenges we must overcome; Vision; A strong foundation at Key Stage 3; A strong core 14-19; Routes to success for all; A new system of diplomas; Strengthening GCSEs and A levels; Engaging all young people; Rigorous assessment in which all can have confidence; A system configured around young people; A sharp accountability framework, which makes sure that we offer the best to young people; Delivering the new 14-19 phase.

The interim report of the Working Group is available in VOCEDplus at TD/TNC 77.322 and the final report at TD/IRD 88.166. Show less