ABLS Accreditation
The Association of British Language Schools was founded in 1993 by a group of English language providers interested in developing a quality marque which could offer choice and recognise diversity in English language provision. The Association has maintained the specific aim of promoting quality, professionalism and expertise in the field of English language tuition. All member schools must be accredited by a Home Office recognised accreditation body. ABLS is attractive to small, private, family run type schools. Members are encouraged to get involved in major policy making decisions, exchange information, share ideas and be supportive of each other. This friendly representative organisation is growing!
Accreditation is essential
In order to join ABLS a provider must be accredited by a scheme recognised by the Home Office (UK Government).
Quality Assurance
ABLS understands that students and agents need genuine quality assurance. With that objective the Association has formed a partnership with The Accreditation Body for Language Services Ltd. This body offers a professional and independent accreditation service which the industry and students can trust.
The Accreditation Body for Language Services
- Provides an independent inspection service which is recognised as efficient and is endorsed by the Home Office (UK Government)
- Is a completely independent limited company which provides an inspection service for a diverse range of organisations wishing to join the Association of British Language Schools
- Constantly reviews inspection criteria
- Recruits qualified and experienced inspectors
- Implements a planned programme of 3-yearly inspections of all ABLS members to ensure that the quality assurance criteria are strictly adhered to
Accreditation and Quality Assurance Criteria
- Legal requirements
- Premises
- Management
- Office systems
- Absence management and student retention
- Academic standards and student achievement
- Resources
- Welfare
- Student accommodation
If you would like more information about ABLS please visit their website: www.abls.co.uk