Equality, diversity and inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We believe that everyone benefits when we put equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of what we do.

What's possible when we use our influence to improve inclusivity?

We realise the unique influence and position we have in education and assessment and that we need to continue to use that responsibly. At AQA, we:

  • want to make meaningful change
  • listen to you and your students
  • work for everyone to be represented
  • improve our culture as well as our curriculums
  • do all we can to make sure no learner is left behind.

We know we don’t have all the answers, but we’re committed to keeping you informed and involved with the work we’ve done, we’re doing and the work we want to do in the future.

Questions matter, that’s why we ask them.

The work we’ve done

When we question our thoughts and actions we create more inclusive assessments for all. Here’s what we’ve done so far:

New diverse texts for GCSE English Literature

New diverse texts for GCSE English Literature

We’ve introduced three new texts for our GCSE English Literature specification that improve diversity in the curriculum.

GCSE Design and Technology

GCSE Design and Technology

We want teachers to feel confident teaching our new diverse designers with our new resource and support guide.

GCSE History: updated scheme of work

GCSE History: updated scheme of work

We’ve updated our scheme of work for Paper 2 Section A Option B: ‘Britain: Power and the people’, diversifying the voices within the scheme.

Enhancing future life goals with AQA Unlocking Potential

Enhancing future life goals with AQA Unlocking Potential

Discover how our Unlocking Potential programme, run jointly with the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust aims to bring out the best in young people to enhance their aspirations in life.

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The work we’re doing

We know what’s possible when we all use our influence to improve inclusivity. Here’s what we’re currently working on:

A-level Media Studies new diverse products

A-level Media Studies new diverse products

We're delighted to have added nine new products to our A-level Media Studies course to make it more diverse and modern.

Free on-demand EDI training for teachers

Free on-demand EDI training for teachers

Access our free and on-demand training for teachers of GCSE English and GCSE Art & Design.

A path to Maths and English success for SEN learners

A path to Maths and English success for SEN learners

Discover how we’re helping special educational needs (SEN) coordinators in schools use our Unit Award Scheme to support SEN learners on the journey towards GCSE success.

Accessibility for all in GCSE languages Watch now

Accessibility for all in GCSE languages

Watch how we continue to provide a great assessment experience that’s accessible for all students studying our modern foreign language assessments.

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The work we we want to do

The most important part of diversity and inclusion is knowing our work is never done. Here’s what we’re focusing on next:

Subject choice, attainment and stereotyping

Subject choice, attainment and stereotyping

Phoebe Surridge discusses some insights from the literature on how a student’s gender may impact subject choice and outcomes.

Geography: diverse people and places

Geography: diverse people and places

Stacey Hill looks at how we’re looking ahead to ensure the future landscape of Geography is fully diverse and inclusive.

Economics: where are all the girls?

Economics: where are all the girls?

Dr Roberta Keys explores what can be done about the gender imbalance in Economics on the AQi blog.

Drivers and implications of post-16 education

Drivers and implications of post-16 education

To what extent do young people’s beliefs, experiences and home circumstances influence their educational choices and future socio-economic status?

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Connect with us

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8am–5pm Monday to Friday

Tel: 0800 197 7162

Email: aqa@aqa.org.uk

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