By the end of this Masterclass, you will be able to:
• Identify and interpret the key features and priorities within the 2026–27 JCQ regulations • Apply the regulations more confidently within real centre contexts • Strengthen the evidence held on file for common access arrangements • Avoid pitfalls frequently highlighted during centre inspections • Make and justify access arrangements decisions with greater professional confidence
Your place includes:
• 3 hours of SASC-authorised CPD • Full Masterclass course (On Demand) • 60 days’ access to all course content for review and consolidation • Supporting materials for use throughout the year • End-of-course knowledge check quiz • CPD certificate
Beyond a Summary of the Regulations
A structured exploration of what the JCQ regulations mean in practice, including areas requiring careful professional judgement.
Confident and Defensible Decision-Making
Focused on evidencing, risk awareness and inspection-readiness, the session supports centres in applying the regulations with clarity and confidence.
Time to Reflect and Embed
With 60 days’ access to all course content, you can revisit key sections, consolidate understanding and embed confident practice throughout the term. The knowledge check quiz provides confidence that you have understood the key points.
Why This Masterclass Matters
Each year, the JCQ Access Arrangements regulations set the framework for practice within centres. The 2026–27 regulations will shape centre processes and professional decision-making for the academic year ahead. This Masterclass provides clear, regulation-informed guidance to support confident and inspection-ready implementation from the start of the academic year. Through a structured and detailed examination of the regulations, the course identifies key areas of focus, highlights areas requiring careful consideration, and explores evidencing and inspection-aware decision-making in practical terms. The focus is on clarity and application, enabling you to approach the year with assurance. Designed for SENCos, Access Arrangements Coordinators, assessors and others involved in the access arrangements process, the Masterclass provides a structured and professionally grounded framework for developing confident professional judgement. With specialist input from Nick Lait (JCQ), the Masterclass combines regulatory perspective with centre-based implementation considerations to support confident and defensible practice.
Presented by Lia Castiglione
Lia Castiglione is an educational consultant specialising in examination access arrangements, working with schools, colleges and awarding bodies across the UK. She provides assessment, consultancy and training focused on accurate and confident practice within the JCQ regulatory framework. Her work with centres on evidencing, policy development and inspection readiness informs her training, ensuring guidance is grounded in real-world application as well as regulatory understanding.
Nick Lait
Head of JCQ Examination Services Providing specialist regulatory input during the session.
Masterclass Structure
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1
Welcome and Course Information
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Welcome to The Annual JCQ Access Arrangements Masterclass 2026–27
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Supporting Documents
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Masterclass Slides and Supporting Materials
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Masterclass Training Session
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2026–27 Access Arrangements Masterclass
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Knowledge Check and Consolidation
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Knowledge Check Quiz
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5
CPD Certificate and Feedback
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Completion Confirmation Information
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Completion Declaration
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Course Feedback (optional)
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Feedback from Previous Annual Update Masterclasses
Selected feedback from professionals attending previous update training.
As someone new to Access Arrangements and assessing, I found the session immensely reassuring. Lia’s expertise and clarity provided real confidence.
West Midlands
Lia presents complex regulatory information with clarity, depth and just the right pace.
Warwickshire
The focus on updates and their interpretation — particularly around evidence requirements — was extremely helpful.
West Midlands
A thorough overview of the regulations, with worked examples that made the changes clear and practical to apply.
Merseyside
Frequently asked questions
Q1. Is this Masterclass suitable for those new to access arrangements? This Masterclass is designed for professionals who are already working within access arrangements and who have a working knowledge of the JCQ regulations. Those new to the role will find our Foundations in Access Arrangements course a more appropriate starting point. Q2. Will there be an opportunity to ask questions? As this is the On Demand edition, there is no live Q&A element. The programme has been carefully structured to address the key areas that typically give rise to questions, with detailed explanation and practical clarification throughout. Please also look out for our dedicated Q&A sessions held throughout the academic year, which provide an opportunity to explore centre-specific queries in more detail. Q3. How long will I have access to the course? You will have 60 days’ access from your enrolment date, allowing time to work through the content and revisit key sections as needed. Q4. Is this course SASC authorised? Yes. This Masterclass is SASC authorised and provides 3 hours of core CPD. A certificate will be sent by email on course completion. Q5. Who is this Masterclass most relevant for? The Masterclass is particularly relevant for SENCos, Access Arrangements Coordinators and assessors working with schools and colleges who wish to ensure their practice is confident, compliant and inspection-ready.
Book Your Place
Pre-order the 2026-27 Annual Access Arrangements Masterclass - On Demand now. Full access will be released from Monday 7th September 2026. You will have 60 days’ access from when you first access the course. A 10% discount available for additional delegates from the same centre. Please contact us at [email protected] if booking multiple places. INVOICE BOOKINGS If your organisation prefers to pay by invoice, please complete the Invoice Booking Form at: castiglione-consulting.com/invoice
£100.00