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Research Summary: Official Statistics: Destinations of key stage 4 (KS4) and 16 to 18 (KS5) students: 2026
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- UK Department for Education
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 15 September 2026
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The UK Department for Education has announced upcoming official statistics for 2026, which will detail the post-education destinations of Key Stage 4 (KS4) and 16 to 18 (KS5) students. These statistics will cover pathways into apprenticeships, further education, and employment for both groups, and specifically track progression to higher education or training for KS5 students.
Why it matters
The forthcoming statistics are critical for understanding the efficacy of the education system in preparing young people for subsequent stages of their careers or further study. This data enables policymakers and educational institutions to evaluate current strategies and allocate resources effectively to support future workforce development and educational pathways.
Key insights
- Official statistics will be released in 2026.
- Data will focus on the destinations of Key Stage 4 (KS4) students.
- Data will also focus on the destinations of 16 to 18 (KS5) students.
- Destinations include apprenticeships, education, and employment.
- For KS5 students, specific data on progression to higher education or training will be included.
Source
UK Department for Education — https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/announcements/destinations-of-key-stage-4-ks4-and-16-to-18-ks5-students-2026
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