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Open Consultation Published 28 Apr 2026 Department for Education ↗ View on GOV.UK

16 to 19 performance measures

We are seeking views on proposals to improve 16 to 19 performance measures.

Opened 28 Apr 2026
Closed 21 Jul 2026
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Our proposals aim to reform 16 to 19 performance measures so they:

  • improve outcomes
  • provide reliable and meaningful information

We are seeking views on ways we can:

  • make 16 to 19 performance measures more consistent and comprehensive
  • improve English and maths progress measures
  • refine retention measures

The consultation document explains the changes we propose to make. It asks for comments from everyone who has an interest, including:

  • parents and carers
  • students
  • post-16 providers
  • school and college leaders
  • teachers

The proposals may also be of interest to:

  • local authorities
  • academic organisations