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A message from Jacqui Smith - Minister for Skills

The government has announced reforms to 16–19 qualifications, including new V Levels, changes to T Levels, additional funding, and transition planning requirements for providers from 2026

12 March 2026
All sixth forms
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OCC Educational Visits Audit

Mandatory completion by maintained schools and all schools that subscribe to the traded service

9 March 2026
Headteacher / EVC / School Business Manager
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Updated Oxfordshire transition guidance

Important updates for Early Years transitions to new setting

4 March 2026
All primary schools and early years settings - Headteachers, Early Years Leaders, SENDCos, Childminders, Teachers, Early Years Practitioners.
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Cookie notice

On IBC guidance pages

4 March 2026
Maintained Schools Heads, Business Managers, Administrators