Training quality had "declined significantly" since the last inspection

Inspectors were impressed with the course's 'exceptional' curriculum

Officials will seek sector views before deciding on accountability measures under new-style report cards

The inspection framework revamp touts inclusion and fairness but without industry insight and real focus on apprenticeships, FE will still ...

But unions criticise ‘minor and cosmetic’ report card changes while an independent review warns ‘stress’ and ‘high stakes’ won’t reduce