13 March 2026

Recent government update on Level 3 qualifications

In light of the government’s recent announcement concerning the reform of Level 3 qualifications, we would like to reassure parents/carers and prospective students about the implications of this announcement on our curriculum.

Sixth form

Following the latest guidance, Ada’s Sixth Form will continue to deliver the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Computing in 2026-2027. 

This is great news for our incoming Year 12 cohort. 

Please be assured of the following:

• No Change to Offers: This update does not change your child’s offer letter or the pathway they have chosen.
• Curriculum Consistency: The core content of the curriculum remains unaffected. Your child will still be studying the high-quality technical and theoretical Computing units they signed up for.
• Qualification Value: The BTEC Level 3 Diploma remains equivalent to two A levels. It is a rigorous, respected qualification recognized by both top-tier universities and industry leaders.
• Continued success for Ada students: Ada’s Sixth Form has been delivering this specific BTEC Diploma for the past 10 years. Over the last decade, our students have achieved incredible success with this qualification, progressing to prestigious degree apprenticeships and Russell Group universities. We are confident that maintaining this pathway ensures the greatest stability and the best possible outcomes for your child and the whole incoming cohort.

If you have any further questions, please reach out to regina@ada.ac.uk