19. To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what comparative assessment he has made of the objectives of the education provided to 16 to 18-year-olds by technical colleges and sixth-forms; and if he will make a statement. (114167)

There is no single pattern of post-16 provision that meets the needs of all 16 to 19-year-old learners. Our plans for a transformed 14-19 phase include a rich choice of learning opportunities—whether in schools, colleges or in other settings—from which young people can choose what best meets their needs, aptitudes and aspirations. Different settings may have different learning objectives but institutions will need to cooperate to provide a broad and high quality offer that meets the needs of all young people in their area.