STANDARDISATION LIVE: IN PERSON SESSIONS
The opportunity to carry out the AVA’s Annual Standardisation Activity in person rather than just remotely was requested. Opportunities to attend in person meetings have now been arranged in the Northeast, Midlands and South. Details of dates, venues and how to book have been shared. Participation will still be possible remotely.
WATCH THIS SPACE - WE WILL BE ON THE ROAD AGAIN!
As the AVA appreciates the value of centre staff being able to meet in person at events, a Summer Roadshow will be planned. This will focus on assignment planning and sharing of resources developed by the AVA for Centres. The event will provide opportunity for centres to share their experiences and good practice with each other.
ASSESSMENT ESSENTIALS - WHAT TO DELIVER AND ASSESS
Indicative content for delivery and assessment, and exemplar assessment briefs will be developed for an additional 60 units, meaning all mandatory units across the Diplomas have been updated. These will be available in April 2026 to support planning and review of assessments. and will further enhance standardisation of assessments across centres, provide guidance for tutors and reduce time usually spent designing assessments.
BETTER TOGETHER: REGIONAL NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Centres expressed interest in networking opportunities with other centres allowing sharing of good practice and discussion of Access to HE relevant topics. This is already in place through a Community of Practice group in the Northeast. To support opportunities being accessible in the Midlands and South regions centres have been asked for feedback and thoughts to ensure opportunities are accessible for all. The AVA aim to schedule first meetings before Easter.
STRONGER LINKS WITH HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
Further support from the AVA was requested with helping Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) understanding more about Access to HE and discovering what is current within HEIs e.g. changes in entrance requirements. The Access Officers will be liaising with key HEIs in their allocated regions and will share outcomes and information with centres and where necessary identify if any information leads to changes by the AVA to materials and support provided.
The opportunity to carry out the AVA’s Annual Standardisation Activity in person rather than just remotely was requested. Opportunities to attend in person meetings have now been arranged in the Northeast, Midlands and South. Details of dates, venues and how to book have been shared. Participation will still be possible remotely.
As the AVA appreciates the value of centre staff being able to meet in person at events, a Summer Roadshow will be planned. This will focus on assignment planning and sharing of resources developed by the AVA for Centres. The event will provide opportunity for centres to share their experiences and good practice with each other.
Indicative content for delivery and assessment, and exemplar assessment briefs will be developed for an additional 60 units, meaning all mandatory units across the Diplomas have been updated. These will be available in April 2026 to support planning and review of assessments. and will further enhance standardisation of assessments across centres, provide guidance for tutors and reduce time usually spent designing assessments.
Centres expressed interest in networking opportunities with other centres allowing sharing of good practice and discussion of Access to HE relevant topics. This is already in place through a Community of Practice group in the Northeast. To support opportunities being accessible in the Midlands and South regions centres have been asked for feedback and thoughts to ensure opportunities are accessible for all. The AVA aim to schedule first meetings before Easter.
Further support from the AVA was requested with helping Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) understanding more about Access to HE and discovering what is current within HEIs e.g. changes in entrance requirements. The Access Officers will be liaising with key HEIs in their allocated regions and will share outcomes and information with centres and where necessary identify if any information leads to changes by the AVA to materials and support provided.
