CPC Education Professional Services Framework – Lot 2

Overview

AlphaPlus is an approved supplier on the Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) Education Professional Services Framework for Lot 2: Curriculum Development and Assessment.

We support education providers to design, deliver and continuously improve high-quality curricula and assessment systems, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, educational standards and best practice.

How we support CPC members

We work with schools, colleges, awarding organisations and training providers to modernise and strengthen learning programmes across the full lifecycle.

Our services include:

• Curriculum design and development – Creating structured, standards-aligned curricula based on learner needs and organisational goals
• Standards, qualifications and assessment design – Developing coherent assessment models, grading approaches and certification frameworks
• Content development and quality assurance – Producing accurate, relevant and engaging learning materials
• Inclusive and adaptive approaches – Supporting diverse learners, including SEND and varied attainment levels
• Assessment strategy and evaluation – Designing and implementing formative, summative and diagnostic assessments
• Data-driven improvement – Using performance data to refine curricula, teaching and assessment approaches
• Training and capacity building – Supporting educators to deliver, assess and continuously improve programmes
• Benchmarking and innovation – Providing standards mapping, psychometric expertise and digital assessment solutions

Our approach

AlphaPlus brings together research expertise and practical delivery experience to support effective curriculum reform and programme development.

• End-to-end delivery: From standards development and curriculum design through to assessment, training and implementation
• Research-led, practical solutions: Combining global best practice with real-world application
• Focus on learning outcomes: Moving beyond content coverage to support critical thinking, creativity and applied skills
• Collaborative delivery: Working closely with stakeholders to ensure solutions are contextually appropriate and sustainable
• Continuous improvement: Using assessment and evaluation to inform ongoing refinement of curricula and teaching practice

We also leverage technology to support innovation in assessment, while ensuring teaching remains central to the learning experience.

Case study: Large-scale curriculum and assessment delivery

AlphaPlus delivered a large-scale curriculum and assessment programme for learners aged 5–16, aligned to international best practice.

We provided end-to-end support, including:

• Curriculum and teaching unit development
• Alignment with regulatory requirements
• Design and delivery of educator training
• Pilot testing across multiple institutions
• Development of assessment frameworks across learner stages

The programme engaged over 10,000 learners and tested both digital and paper-based delivery models, ensuring scalability, accessibility and robustness.

This work demonstrates AlphaPlus’ ability to mobilise expert teams, deliver at scale, and support clients from design through to full implementation.

Why AlphaPlus

• Proven track record delivering complex national and international programmes
• Deep expertise in assessment, psychometrics and regulatory alignment
• Flexible, scalable delivery models tailored to client needs
• Strong focus on inclusion, quality and measurable impact

Accessing our services

CPC members can access AlphaPlus services through the Education Professional Services Framework, providing a compliant and efficient route to market.