Diploma Gateway
From 2013, a statutory entitlement means any 14- to 19-year-old will have the right to take a Diploma course wherever they live.
Not all schools and colleges will be able to offer Diplomas straight away. Please refer to the timetable for details of when each Diploma is available. Those wishing to deliver the Diploma will need to pass through a Gateway process, which will assess their readiness to deliver.
Rather than acting independently, schools, colleges and others are expected to deliver these Diplomas as part of a collaborative partnership. The DCSF recommends that any consortia interested in offering Diplomas from 2008 would benefit from participating in a Learning Visit.
Planning for Delivery 2009
The Department produces a monthly e-newsletter, 'Planning for Delivery 09', with the latest information for consortia planning to deliver Diplomas in September 2009 and future years.
Delivery in 2010
The Diploma Gateway process determines which partnerships of schools and colleges can start delivering some or all of the first 14 Diploma subjects from September 2010. The application process for partnerships wishing to offer Diplomas in 2010 is now open. The deadline for applications is 26 November 2008.
Further information
Schools and colleges which are interested in finding out more about 14-19 reform and delivery in their area should contact their LA or 14-19 partnership.
Last updated: 03 September 2008
