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Curriculum and Assessment Review

The independent review of England’s curriculum, assessment and qualifications system, chaired by Professor Becky Francis CBE, and the government’s response.

In July 2024, the government commissioned Professor Becky Francis CBE to convene and chair a panel of experts to conduct the Curriculum and Assessment Review.

The government has considered the Review’s recommendations and responded with a plan to secure an excellent education for every child and young person, raising aspirations and building a world-leading curriculum, assessment and qualifications system for all.

Curriculum and Assessment Review Final Report

The independent panel’s conclusions and recommendations.

Curriculum and Assessment Review Final Report: government response

The government response to the Final Report.

Curriculum and Assessment Review Interim Report

The independent panel’s interim findings and suggested next steps.

Improving the curriculum and assessment system

An invitation to share views on the curriculum, assessment and qualifications system in England. The Call for Evidence closed on 22 November 2024.

Curriculum and Assessment Review

Sets out the aims of the Review and its terms of reference, and lists the panel of experts.

Updates to this page

Published 5 November 2025