National 14–16 Qualifications

Our reformed National Qualifications, comprising GCSEs, VCSEs, Foundation qualifications and the Skills Suite, help young people in Wales prepare for life, further learning and work.

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NEWS
29.01.26

Today we have published the approval criteria for GCSE English Language (Post-16)...

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BLOG
27.01.26

Qualifications Manager Andrew Shipway outlines our proposals for reforming the Essential Skills Wales application of number qualifications. ...

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26.01.26

Senior Qualifications Manager Oliver Stacey details our proposals for reforming the Essential Skills Wales communication qualifications. ...

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Publications & Resources

STATISTICS
18.12.25

An annual release that presents data on the number of malpractice penalties and offences in Wales for GCSE, AS and A level qualifications....

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REPORT
17.12.25

This strategy sets out our intention for our employees and our culture for the next five years. ...

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REPORT
12.12.25

Looking back on the last academic year, our achievements and activities ...

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