Statutory guidance

GCSE (9 to 1) subject-level guidance for British Sign Language

Guidance on complying with the rules and regulations for GCSEs (9 to 1) in British Sign Language.

Applies to England

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This guidance is intended to help awarding organisations understand how to comply with the GCSE (9 to 1) subject-level conditions and requirements for British Sign Language.

All awarding organisations have a legal obligation under section 153 of the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009 to have regard to this guidance.

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Published 13 November 2025

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