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Vocational GCSEs to be offered from 2029 for new school shake-up

Teenagers in England will be offered new vocational GCSEs from 2029, alongside core subjects like English and maths. These two-year courses, regulated by Ofqual, the qualifications watchdog, aim to prepare young people for future careers. The change is part of a plan to help nearly one million young people currently not in work or training.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 September 2026 at 6:29

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