But there are concerns in the education sector that schools and local authorities do not have the resources to fully implement the changes.
Schools, further education colleges and local authorities will have to co-operate with each other to make sure students have access to a wide-ranging local curriculum under the Learning and Skills Measure 2008, equivalent to a Westminster Bill, published last week.
Deputy minister for skills John Griffiths, said: "This has the potential to transform provision and support for learners while raising achievement and attainment levels. It will prepare young people for high skilled employment or higher education."
The measure sets out clear duties on governors and school leaders to make sure joint arrangements are put in place. Funding and contractual arrangements with training providers will be used to place duties on schools to ensure all learners are given their entitlements.
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