Teenagers to be offered new vocational GCSE subjects in school
New GCSE subjects could include child development and building and construction as vocational courses are being introduced.
New GCSE subjects could include child development and building and construction as vocational courses are being introduced.
The offer of extra money by the government reduces the prospect of strike action by the largest teaching union.
The latest Pisa report also warned of a global decline in teenagers' reading skills.
Experts have identified six key skills that will count as much as qualifications in getting and keeping a job in the coming decade.