An introduction to calculating the performance points for key stage 4 or 16 to 18 qualifications.
We use performance points to compare qualifications of different sizes and grading systems for schools and colleges in England.
Use this document to:
- calculate the points for a qualification
The document includes:
- intentions and limitations of the system
- qualification eligibility
- an overview of how points are calculated
- how to calculate a qualification’s size equivalence
- tables of 16 to 18 points for different types of qualifications
