Curriculum and Assessment
The Independent Assessment Commission
The NEU formed the Independent Assessment Commission with organisations representing students, parents, business and universities. The consensus voice of all those involved in the IAC – including politicians from all political parties – has made a clear case for change.
The NEU is using the Commission's report findings to further champion a New ERA of equitable, reliable assessment and a qualification system that:
is fit for purpose for the 21st century,
allows all students to demonstrate and be recognised for what they can do,
is more relevant and robust than relying solely on exams
addresses the impacts on mental health and wellbeing that the current system imposes by placing all assessment at one cliff-edge moment.
More Than A Score campaigns about the failures of the SATs system in place. Watch the video below for further details, or follow the link here.
The Government has launched a consultation on a new qualification framework and are inviting feedback from education providers and other stakeholders on how best to design and implement the Advanced British Standard.
You can find the consultation here on Gov.uk. It will close on 20 March 2024.