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Headlines DYW’s overarching target is to reduce 2014 levels of youth unemployment by 40% by 2021. (In 2014, 53000 young people (18% of young people) were not in employment, training or education). The percentage of school leavers attaining ‘vocational’ qualifications at SCQF Level 5 and above has increased from 7.3% in 2013/14 to 9.0% in 2014/15, with increases found in 28 out of 32 local authorities. 10% increase in qualifications specifically recognising skills for life and work were attained in 2015. 9% increase in senior phase pupils enrolled on college courses in 2014-15. Gender balance levels in Higher Physics (28% girls in 2014), Technological Studies (7% girls), Computing (20% girls) and Biology (36% boys) have remained largely static for 30 years. Only 4% of engineering modern apprentices in 2015 were female.

Range of activities Programme of external reviews of CIAG Developing the Young Workforce ( DYW). External reviews of Modern Apprenticeships (MA) Career Education Standard Work placement standard School-employer guidance Arrangements for assuring and improving the quality of provision in colleges Aspect reports

CIAG Partnership SDS, ES, SG Scale and scope Focus on continuous improvement Links to other key stakeholders On-going collaboration

Developing the Young Workforce ( DYW). External reviews of Modern Apprenticeships (MA) Career Education Standard Work placement standard School-employer guidance Progression pathways

Arrangements for assuring and improving the quality of provision in colleges On-going engagement Involvement in evaluation Increased focus on services to support learning Transitions Engagement with employers Partnerships Progression pathways

Key drivers The National Improvement Framework Aspiration – Attainment Access and inclusion - Outcome Agreements - Widening access Regional approaches Partnerships and collaboration

Karen Corbett Blair Court Clydebank Business Park Clydebank G81 2LA karen.corbett@educationscotland.gsi.gov.uk www.educationscotland.gov.uk