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A new UK Government took office on 11 May.
As a result the content on this site may not reflect current Government policy.
All statutory guidance and legislation published on this site continues to reflect the current legal position unless indicated otherwise.
To view the new Department for Education website, please go to http://www.education.gov.uk

Education changes

Changes in education and training give teenagers more choice than ever before. Whatever their interests and abilities, they should find options that can help them progress through education and into the world of work.

In order to make the right, well-informed choices, young people need access to high quality information, advice and guidance. You can read more about the government's latest promises for young people in the 'What's changing' section on this site.

What's changing

An overview of changes in education and training for those aged 14 to 19.

Find out what's changing

The qualifications system

See how the qualifications system works.

Get the information