Department For Education
December 21
09:30
2023
Detail of outcome
A summary of responses received, the governments response to the consultation and next steps.
Thegovernment consultation response in British Sign Languageis also available.
As well as the consultation response you can also see:
- the updated BSL GCSE subject content
- the updated BSL GCSE equality impact assessment
- Ofquals response to their consultation on assessment arrangements
Original consultation
Consultation description
We have worked with experts and stakeholders to develop subject content for a new GCSE in BSL. The focus of the GCSE is language study and pupils will be required to:
- comprehend BSL
- produce signs accurately
- interact using BSL
- develop an understanding of the history of BSL
Findings from this consultation will be taken into account when finalising the subject content.
Ofqual is also running its own consultation on assessment arrangements.