Start the year with a clear, compliant and ​well-structured BTEC provision

This review focuses on the foundations of your curriculum and delivery, ensuring that your BTEC/AAQ courses are correctly structured, appropriately sequenced, and aligned with awarding body expectations from the outset.

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Who this is for:

• Head of Sixth Form

• Assistant Headteacher (Curriculum/T&L)

• BTEC / Vocational Subject Leaders

• New or less experienced BTEC teams

  

What we review:

• Curriculum intent, structure, and sequencing

• Alignment of units and course delivery

• Assignment planning and scheduling

• Staff understanding of course requirements

• Early-stage student

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What you receive:

• A clear RAG-rated summary of strengths and risks

• Identification of gaps in curriculum and delivery planning

• Practical recommendations to strengthen provision

• A concise SLT-ready overview

Outcome:

You gain confidence that your BTEC provision is set up correctly from the start, reducing the risk of issues later in the year.​

Ensure your BTEC provision is strategically aligned, compliant, and inspection-ready

This audit provides a senior leadership-level evaluation of your BTEC strategy, identifying whether your provision is robust, sustainable, and aligned with both internal goals and external expectations.

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Who this is for:

• Senior Leadership Teams (SLT)

• Deputy Headteachers/Heads of School

• Trust / MAT Leaders

• Schools reviewing their Post-16 strategy

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What we audit:

• Strategic intent and positioning of BTEC within the curriculum

• Leadership oversight and accountability

• Staffing, capacity, and expertise

• Systems for tracking, monitoring, and intervention

• Readiness for external scrutiny (awarding bodies/Ofsted)

 

What you receive:

• A detailed audit report with RAG-rated findings

• Identification of high-level risks and vulnerabilities

• Strategic recommendations for leaders

• A prioritised action plan for improvement

 

Outcome:

You will have a clear strategic view of your provision, enabling confident decision-making at SLT and Trust level.

A focused compliance health check to ensure quality and consistency across your provision

This review examines the accuracy and consistency of assessment and internal verification, ensuring that standards are being applied correctly across subjects.

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Who this is for:

• Heads of Department

• BTEC Course Leaders

• Internal Verifiers (IVs)

• Schools preparing for moderation or standardisation

 

What we review:

• Assessment decisions and grading accuracy

• Internal verification processes (IV)

• Standardisation practices (SV)

• Assignment briefs and learner evidence

• Consistency across teachers and course

 

What you receive:

• A RAG-rated compliance report

• Identification of inconsistencies or risks

• Clear, actionable recommendations

• A concise summary for senior leaders

 

Outcome:

You can be confident that your assessment and verification processes are robust, consistent, and compliant.

Identify and address high-risk areas before they impact outcomes or external scrutiny

This in-depth audit focuses on compliance, risk exposure, and potential vulnerabilities across your BTEC provision.

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Who this is for:

• Senior Leadership Teams (SLT)

• Heads of Sixth Form

• Trust Quality / Standards Leads

• Schools concerned about compliance or potential risk

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What we audit:

• Full compliance with awarding body requirements

• Internal verification systems and documentation

• Accuracy of assessment decisions

• Student evidence and tracking

• Areas of potential maladministration or risk

 

What you receive:

• A detailed RAG-rated audit report

• Identification of high-risk compliance issues

• Clear guidance on required actions

• A prioritised risk mitigation plan

• Optional SLT feedback session

 

Outcome:

You will know exactly where your risks lie—and how to address them before they become serious issues.

Strengthen delivery and maximise student outcomes through planning ahead 
A focused end-of-year review to evaluate what has worked, identify areas for improvement, and prepare teams for stronger delivery next year.

 

Who this is for:

• Heads of Department

• Teaching & Learning Leads

• BTEC Course Teams

• Schools looking to improve student outcomes quickly
   

What we review:

• Assessment & Outcomes Review

• Assignment & Assessment Reflection

• Internal Verification Review

• Student progress and performance

• Staff Reflection & Discussion

• Key Strengths & Areas for Development

 

What you receive:

• A RAG-rated improvement report

• Identification of areas for immediate impact

• Practical strategies to improve outcomes

• A clear summary for leadership teams

 

Outcome:

You will be able to take targeted action to improve outcomes and to plan and prepare for the next academic year.

​Evaluate the overall impact of your BTEC provision and plan for sustained improvement

This is a high-level, end-of-year audit designed to evaluate the effectiveness, impact, and future direction of your BTEC provision.

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Who this is for:

• Senior Leadership Teams (SLT)

• Headteachers

• Trust / MAT Leaders

• Schools evaluating end-of-year performance and planning ahead
   

What we audit:

• Overall student outcomes and performance trends

• Effectiveness of curriculum and delivery

• Quality of assessment and verification

• Strengths, weaknesses, and areas for development

• Readiness for the next academic year

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What you receive:

• A comprehensive impact and evaluation report

• Clear identification of strengths and development areas

• Leadership & Strategic Insight

• Strategic recommendations for future planning

• A roadmap for sustained improvement

 

Outcome:

You gain a complete picture of your provision’s impact, allowing you to plan confidently for the next academic year.