Open consultation

16 to 19 level 1 English and maths qualifications

• From: Department for Education
• Published: 10 March 2026

Applies to England

Summary

We would like your views on the design and delivery of proposed 16 to 19 English and maths level 1 qualifications.

This consultation is being held on another website.

This consultation closes at
11:59pm on 2 June 2026

Consultation description

This consultation seeks views on planned new level 1 English and maths qualifications for 16- to 19-year-olds with prior GCSE attainment at grade 2 or below. It covers the:

• cohort of students who will take the qualifications
• qualification structure
• content
• proposals for achievement and grading

We are inviting feedback from education providers, employers, students, parents and other stakeholders.

Published 10 March 2026