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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Huge thanks to our partners and everyone who attended our events. It was fantastic to hear your insights and be part of such engaging conversations. (6/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We were delighted to hear support from the panel on the importance of digital literacy and look forward to working with the sector on next steps. We ended the day with evening receptions, where we partnered with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social, @schoolsweek.bsky.social & @feweek.bsky.social (5/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We also partnered with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social for a panel discussing digital skills for the future workforce. Speakers included @juliemcculloch.bsky.social, @natalieperera.bsky.social @pepediiasio.bsky.social, @swdevonrebecca.bsky.social, Pat Carvalho & @Patrick Spencer MP (4/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

- Building critical thinking skills is key to empowering young people to recognise misinformation and regularly upskill in an era of rapid technological change. Then @annatreth.bsky.social held a discussion on how we can better join up vocational qualifications and pathways for young people. (3/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Key reflections: - The different approaches to teaching digital literacy - from practical workshops to within existing subjects - Participants discussed the use of more third spaces and enrichment activities that could sit alongside improved digital literacy education (2/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

And that’s a wrap! We’ve finished our party conference season with four fantastic events at the Conservative Party Conference. We began the day in the Youth Zone with young people from the Duke of Edinburgh Award, UK Youth and our Student Advisory Group discussing digital literacy. (1/6)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

To end the day, we’re holding receptions with the @edupolicyinst.bsky.social @schoolsweek.bsky.social & @feweek.bsky.social We look forward to seeing you there. If you’d like further information on any of the events, please email policy@aqa.org.uk (4/4)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Then, at 5.30pm, we’re hosting a panel with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social discussing how young people develop the digital knowledge and capabilities they need to thrive in a modern, technology driven society. (2/4)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Next week AQA will be at the Conservative Party Conference and we have another busy agenda lined up. On Monday 5 October you can find us in the Youth Zone at 1.45pm for a panel with the Duke of Edinburgh Award, UK Youth and our Student Advisory Group discussing digital literacy. (1/4)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We finished the day with our evening receptions with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social Skills Builder UK and @schoolsweek.bsky.social & @feweek.bsky.social. Both saw colleagues from across the education sector join with MPs and Ministers for important discussions and reflections on the conference so far.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Yesterday saw a busy day for AQA at the @labouruk.bsky.social conference. We partnered with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social for a discussion on digital literacy and what is necessary for young people in today’s world.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

- A call for more teaching on critical thinking, how to spot misinformation and where to go for reliable news - Digital literacy strategies and reform must be guided by the voices and needs of young people. A huge thank you to everyone who took part.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Key findings included: - There's a wide range of digital practices and teaching across schools - A variety of views across the panel on the way young people would like to receive teaching on digital literacy, ranging from dedicated lessons across the curriculum or through workshops

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What do young people need to know about digital literacy today? In the Youth Zone, members of the AQA Student Advisory Group, the Fair Education Alliance and Girlguiding discussed this at the @labouruk.bsky.social Party conference.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

“It's been absolutely amazing - I'm in awe of the competitors,” said @natashaarmstrong.bsky.social in this @feweek.bsky.social film as WorldSkills 2026 comes to a close. Great to see so much Team UK success! The interview begins at 14:58: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PK2V...

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FE Week on Location WorldSkills 2026 Day Four

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Did you know, learners sat 194,607 GCSEs, AS and A-levels in modern foreign languages with AQA last year? Read our blog on how else AQA is supporting European Day of Languages > www.aqa.org.uk/european-day-of-lang…

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"I've loved seeing the progress over the three days," said @annatreth.bsky.social in this @feweek.bsky.social interview about WorldSkills 2026 day three, from 3:20. www.youtube.com/watch?v=GC81...

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FE Week on Location: WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Day Three

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

These crucial conversations matter more than ever in today’s digital world. We look forward to hearing from our panellists and attendees and hope to see you there!

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

And then, at 5.30pm, we’re partnering with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social for a panel discussion, Preparing young people for a digital world: what the evidence tells us We’ll also be co-hosting evening receptions with EPI & Skills Builder UK and with @schoolsweek.bsky.social & @feweek.bsky.social.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This Monday, we're hosting some great events at the @labouruk.bsky.social conference. Join us in the Youth Zone at 12.30pm for a panel discussion with AQA Student Advisory Group members, Fair Education Alliance and Girlguiding, to talk about what young people need from digital literacy.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"Skills matter and when you make something matter you invest in it, and invest in it properly - and we're doing that at AQA," said @annatreth.bsky.social in this fabulous @feweek.bsky.social film about WorldSkills 2026 day one, from 25:30. www.youtube.com/watch?v=racL...

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FE Week on Location: WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 Day One

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A big thank you to @natalieperera.bsky.social, Rebecca Conroy, Julie McCulloch, @greenmirandahere.bsky.social and @martinwrigley.bsky.social for speaking on the panel and to all who attended. (2/2)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

How do students thrive in today’s digital world? What are the key gaps in digital literacy? Today we held a panel with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social at the @libdems.org.uk party conference to discuss these questions and how we can embed digital literacy across the curriculum. (1/2)

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Futures start here. There’s no single path to success. That’s why we're launching a new generation of vocational qualifications, in partnership with TQUK to give learners clearer routes into higher education, apprenticeships and skilled careers. Discover our new offer: aqa.org.uk/vocational

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Thank you for inviting us and for the opportunity to give evidence.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

"Like a Great British Bake Off on steroids." AQA's @annatreth.bsky.social on the excitement of WorldSkills, which begins in Shanghai next Tuesday, and why vocational education matters. Read the @feweek.bsky.social article: feweek.co.uk/like-a-great...

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WorldSkills: Like a Great British Bake Off on steroids

AQA will be at the 48th WorldSkills competition in Shanghai, where vocational skills will take centre stage

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Last week our CEO Colin Hughes gave evidence to the Education Committee, as part of its inquiry into the use of artificial intelligence and EdTech in education. Here are five highlights.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Applications are now open for our Purpose Driven Partnership fund! If you’re a school, college, charity, research organisation or an education startup, we want to hear your ideas for improving education. The closing date is 23 October and you can apply here > www.aqa.org.uk/news/launch-...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Subjects including education, early years, digital systems and data qualifications have been given the go ahead for September 2027! They’ll give young people in their late teens more choice and help support local economic growth. To read more, go to www.aqa.org.uk/news/aqa-to-...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Technical education reform needs stability as much as ambition, says AQA’s @jembenson.bsky.social in a @feweek.bsky.social opinion column. Read more here [£] > feweek.co.uk/technical-re...

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Technical reform needs stability as much as ambition

NEET challenge demands embracing the PM's ambitions for technical education

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

What do the reforms to vocational and technical qualifications mean for post-16 providers? Join AQA’s Chief Strategy and Vocational Officer, Anna Trethewey and Product Director at TQUK, Chris Tubbrit, as they discuss the changes. Find out more here > www.aqa.org.uk/vocational#podcast

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Young people need to be able to make informed choices, supported by high quality academic and vocational pathways, said AQA CEO Colin Hughes, as he responded to news of Government reforms. To read more, go to: www.aqa.org.uk/news/aqa-wel...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

If you'd like to find out more about how digital literacy can be developed in the curriculum, be sure to read our report 'Digitally native or digitally naïve?' www.aqa.org.uk/news/digital...

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Digitally Native or Digitally Naïve? Rethinking Digital Lite…

A new report from AQA explores levels of digital literacy among young people

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Watch John Sibbald, Elizabeth Anderson, Amanda Gurruchaga and Ben Gadsby share their highlights from last month's AQA digital literacy roundtable. A big thank you to everyone who took part.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Read more about what our CEO, Colin Hughes has to say about digital exams.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

AQA’s Chief Strategy and Vocational Officer, @annatreth.bsky.social, sat down with @feweek.bsky.social to discuss life-changing adult education, the education landscape and ambitions to deliver V Levels and new level 2 qualifications in 2027. Read more here [£] > feweek.co.uk/trethewey-gu...

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Trethewey guides AQA into the vocational skills landscape

How AQA chief strategy and vocational officer Anna Trethewey is guiding the awarding body on its journey into the vocational skills landscape

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Throwback to two weeks ago when we hosted @edupolicyinst.bsky.social's 10th anniversary, welcoming Education Secretary @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social. From conference events to policy roundtables, AQA and EPI are longstanding partners. We look forward to many more years working together.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

That’s a wrap – another year, another great @educationfest.bsky.social We look forward to seeing you all again next year! #EducationFest

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

A fantastic discussion on how V Levels and Level 2 qualifications will affect learners over the age of 16 @educationfest.bsky.social #EducationFest

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

A brilliant first day at @educationfest.bsky.social Young people, teachers & policymakers have come together to share their insights & experiences on topics ranging from accessibility in assessment to the future of digital skills. Look forward to seeing you all again tomorrow! #EducationFest

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Digital literacy should sit alongside numeracy and literacy as a fundamental part of every student's education, said Natalie Perera, AQA Chief External Affairs and Communications Officer. She was speaking at the #festivalofcomputing today.

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens to a learner’s exam script when it leaves the exam hall? This week, we invited MPs from the Education Committee to find out more. Helen Hayes MP Sureena Brackenridge MP Dr Manuela Perteghella MP Peter Swallow MP

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

A big thank you to all the athlete mentors and young people who attended the AQA Unlocking Potential celebration event with the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust!

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Hello from our Milton Keynes scanning centre where we welcomed MPs to see our exam paper processing in action today!

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at today’s digital literacy roundtable! If you’d like to find out more about our research to better understand the state of digital literacy among young people, read our report here > cdn.sanity.io/files/p28bar...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

We're delighted to announce plans, subject to regulatory approval, to develop and award new V Levels and Level 2 Certificates. Colin Hughes, CEO of AQA Group, said: “We are hugely excited by the opportunity to support the delivery of these vocational reforms.” www.aqa.org.uk/news/aqa-to-...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Have you ever wondered what assessment will look like in 2030? At AQA, we bring together academics and school leaders to discuss this. We’re doing it again soon online. Click below to find out more about our research webinars > events.teams.microsoft.com/event/17130d...

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AQA @aqaeducation.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Achieving real change takes time & investment, said AQA's Natalie Perera, in a speech about closing the disadvantage gap at the Schools & Academies Show in London. She said the Government’s White Paper has the potential to improve outcomes for disadvantaged students – but implementation is key.

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