Guidance for awarding bodies: Fair access by design - inclusive GCSE and GCE qualifications
Last updated on: 08/04/2008
This document provides guidance for awarding bodies and regulators of external qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on designing inclusive GCSE and GCE qualifications. Practical guidance is offered on how examinations can be designed to give all candidates the fairest possible opportunities to show their attainment. It is a resource to reinforce good practice and support continuing professional development.
This document was published by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA). The regulatory function of QCA is now the responsibility of the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual). Ofqual regulates qualifications and monitors national curriculum assessments in England.