Standards and Testing Agency
The Standards and Testing Agency (STA) is responsible for developing and delivering all statutory assessments for school pupils in England. It was formed on 1 October 2011 and took over the functions of the Qualifications and Curriculum Development Agency. The STA is regulated by the examinations regulator, Ofqual.
| Executive Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1 October 2011 |
| Preceding Executive Agency | |
| Jurisdiction | England |
| Headquarters | Cheylesmore House, Quinton Road, Coventry |
| Executive Agency executive |
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| Parent department | Department for Education |
| Website | STA Website |
STA also develop the professional skills tests for trainee teachers and manage the Yellow Label Service for secure dispatch of traceable exam scripts.
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