16 to 19 study programmes – DfE guidance

The Department for Education  released new guidance for schools and colleges helping them to understand the obligations and duties in relation to the provision of 16 – 19 study programmes.  under encouraging them to support students to take part in social action via their work experience allocation. This is a highly significant announcement, as all 16-19 year-olds are required to do some form of experience as part of their education.

Summary from DfE:

This publication provides non-statutory guidance from the Department for Education. It has been produced to help recipients to understand their obligations and duties in relation to the provision of 16 to 19 study programmes in their institution. The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) publishes separate regulations relating to the funding of study programmes which should be read alongside this guidance.

Read the full report here: 16_to_19_study_programmes_guidance_July_2107