We have updated the policies listed below.
Please familiarise yourself with these documents by visiting our policies webpage. Below we outline the specific changes within each document.
May
Minor amendments have been made in order to:
- Update regulatory references
- Reflect upcoming changes to the QAA regulatory framework, where the Access to HE Diploma Licensing Criteria ceases on 31st July 2026 and is replaced by the Access to HE Conditions from 1st August 2026
- Reflect changes relating to Ofqual’s regulation of apprenticeship assessment
There are no substantive changes to policy intent or operational practice.
Please note:
- The Malpractice and Maladministration Policy has been updated to include revised fee information
- The Sanctions Policy now includes further detail on applicable fees
Updated:
- Access to HE Diploma Learner Appeals Policy (v3.2)
- Appeals Policy and Procedure (v9.3)
- Centre Recognition Policy (v1.6)
- Centre Recognition Withdrawal Policy and Procedure (v1.9)
- Conflict of Interest Policy and Procedure (v8.2)
- Feedback and Complaints Policy (v7.3)
- Malpractice and Maladministration Policy (v9.4)
- Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy (v4.7)
- Sanctions Policy (v6.3)
- Stakeholder Engagement Policy (v2.3)
In addition, the Endorsement of Third Party Resources Policy has been withdrawn, as it is no longer required from a regulatory perspective. This has been replaced by a new webpage outlining the criteria used to endorse third-party resources.
February
Appeals Policy and Procedure
- Scope revised to include the position of reasonable adjustments and special considerations for Tailored Qualifications and Quality Mark provision.
Centre Recognition Policy
- The policy now explicitly states that organisations must receive formal written confirmation of centre recognition from Gateway Qualifications before they begin any delivery, assessment, marketing, or learner recruitment.
- Additional clarification has been added on the reasons why centre recognition may not be granted, providing more transparency for applicants and staff supporting them.
- The previous reference to the right to appeal has been updated to the right to complain if centre recognition is not granted.
Centre Recognition Withdrawal Policy
- Scope revised and amendments made within the policy to reference bespoke accreditation (Tailored Qualifications and Quality Mark provision)
Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration Policy
- Scope revised to include the position of reasonable adjustments and special considerations for Tailored Qualifications and Quality Mark provision.
Recognition of Prior Learning Policy and Procedure
- Scope revised to include the position that Recognition of Prior Learning does not apply for bespoke accreditation services, i.e. Tailored Qualifications and Quality Mark.