The Access Arrangements Academy
Expert training, practical guidance and ongoing professional support for SENCos, Access Arrangements Coordinators, assessors and exams professionals.
Access Arrangements: Support for 2026–27
Explore access arrangements training, guidance, resources, and ongoing support throughout the academic year.
Led by Lia Castiglione
Specialist in examination access arrangements and author of Assessing the Need for Access Arrangements in Examinations.
Lia works with schools, colleges, multi-academy trusts, independent assessors and awarding organisations to support confident, regulation-informed and inspection-ready practice. Her professional development is grounded in current JCQ regulations and focused on practical implementation in real-world settings.
Available courses and memberships
Focused professional development designed to support confident access arrangements practice.
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JCQ Access Arrangements Update 2026
CourseNick Lait provides a JCQ access arrangements update for 2026-27
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Access Arrangements Community
BundleAnnual access arrangements membership with a private forum, Q&As, resources, member rates, and supplier discounts.
£39 / year
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The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27 - On Demand
CourseThree hours of flexible recorded training on JCQ access arrangements, evidence, and effective practice. SASC authorised.
£100
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Foundations in Access Arrangements
CourseA comprehensive course for those new to access arrangements or seeking a thorough refresher.
£165
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Assessor's Guide to JCQ Access Arrangements
CourseTraining on the JCQ access arrangements process for Assessors. Includes templates and practical resources. SASC authorised.
£89
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Access Arrangements: The Teacher's Role
CoursePractical training for teachers on their role in the access arrangements process. On-demand and live options available.
£30
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A Parent's Guide to Examination Access Arrangements
CourseA 15-minute parent briefing with a 12-month centre presentation licence. Alternative delivery options available.
£49
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Access Arrangements Consultancy: One Hour
CourseA one-hour online consultation tailored to your access arrangements questions.
£125
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Free Briefing: JCQ Access Arrangements Update (March 2026)
CourseA free explanation of the March 2026 JCQ guidance update.
Free
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Access Arrangements in Key Stage 2 National Curriculum Tests
CourseA comprehensive guide to access arrangements for KS2 SATs.
£30
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Access Arrangements: Post-Exam Reflection and Q&A
CourseReflect on this year’s exam series and consider improvements for next year.
£5
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Access Arrangements Deadline Clinic
CourseFinal evidence checks, documentation review and live Q&A before the 21 March access arrangements deadline.
£5
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JCQ ICE 2026-27 - Key Changes and Actions
CourseA short briefing on the key changes in the ICQ 2026-27
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The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27 - Live Online
CourseA focused three-hour morning session on JCQ access arrangements, evidence, and effective practice. SASC authorised.
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The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27 - Manchester
CoursePractical full-day training on JCQ access arrangements, evidence, and effective practice. SASC authorised.