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Should school qualifications be made more rigorous?

Conservative making sure all 11 year olds take rigorous tests in maths; reading; and yes – spelling, punctuation and grammar Source: David Cameron Speech http://press.conservatives.com/post/109906886845/david-cameron-a-britain-that-gives-every-child Restoring rigour to the curriculum. Toughening up exams

Green Party

Labour We will transform vocational education in our schools and colleges, with a new gold standard Technical Baccalaureate for 16 to 19-year-olds, with rigorous vocational qualifications, accredited by employers, a high quality work placement and English and maths to 18.

Liberal Democrat Complete the introduction of reformed GCSEs, while continuing to oppose Conservative plans for a return to the old O-level/CSE divide

Plaid Cymru We support the recommendations made in the review of qualifications for 14-19 year olds to retain GCSEs and A Levels and to develop and enhance the Welsh Baccalaureate as a framework for learning for this age group Examinations should be independently regulated, including a reduction in the confusing range that pupils are allowed to sit

Respect Party Scrap SATs and other unnecessary tests

UKIP UKIP will introduce an option for students to take an Apprenticeship Qualification instead of four non-core GCSEs which can be continued at A-Level. Students can take up apprenticeships in jobs with certified professionals qualified to grade the progress of the student.

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