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Strong case exists for improving young people's mathematical skills up to age 18
Conclusion
There is a strong case for improving young people’s mathematical and problem- solving skills. The Government’s proposal to introduce compulsory maths up to 18 is a welcome and ambitious pledge. England is an international outlier in not requiring the study of maths up to 18. There is rising demand from employers for mathematical and quantitative skills at all levels of the labour market, but consistent undersupply of these skills. Society and jobs are likely to become ever more data- driven, meaning that those with poor mathematical skills are at risk of being left behind.
Government Response Summary
The government reiterates the Prime Minister's mission for all young people to study maths to age 18 to boost numeracy skills. It confirms it has already convened an expert advisory group to advise on the appropriate maths content and implementation within the post-16 education system.
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Government Response
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HM Government
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The Government has already convened an expert advisory group to advise the Government on what the right maths content should look like, and how this should be reflected in a post-16 education system in which all young people study maths to age 18. The group includes those with experience of teaching and working in schools and FE colleges, as well as individuals from academia and business. The group will advise the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Education on the maths content that will enable young people to thrive in a modern economy and the right mix of qualifications and programmes to deliver it.
Source
Committee
Education Committee
Report
Third Report - The future of post-16 qualifications
28 Apr 2023
HC 55
Addressee Bodies
Department for Education
Timeline
Recommendation age
3.3 yrs
Report published
28 Apr 2023