Department for Education congratulates Open Awards on 45th anniversary
We are proud to share a letter received from Jacqui Smith, Minister for Skills in the Department for Education congratulating Open Awards on our 45th anniversary.
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Are you protecting your learners’ data?
In our digital world, assessment evidence, feedback and grades may only exist in digital form. When this data is not properly backed up, learners can lose access to the evidence they need to complete…
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Year in Review 2025
2025 has been a landmark year for Open Awards. From launching micro-credentials to introducing new regulated qualifications, we’ve continued to shape the future of education and skills development.…
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Apprenticeship Reforms Update December 2025.
You may be aware this week there have been some apprenticeship assessment announcements and publications from Skills England; a blog explaining the apprenticeship assessment reforms, the interim…
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Christmas and New Year Closure Dates 25/26
As we approach the festive period, please see below some useful information on our arrangements for the Christmas/New Year period. Open Awards offices will close for the festive period at 15:00…
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World Access to Higher Education Day 2025: Innovation, Opportunity and Lifelong Learning
Written by Vicky McClymont, Access to HE Development Manager at Open Awards World Access to Higher Education Day 2025 Widening Access to Higher Education in the Liverpool City Region: Innovation,…
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The Children’s Plan and EHCP Reform: Opportunities and Risks Ahead
Written by Nina Hinton, Director of Business and Development The Children’s Commissioner’s Children’s Plan (September 2025) calls for an education system that is inclusive by design. At its core are…
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Education Insights 2025: Meet our Speakers
Education Insights is nearly here and we're delighted to share some of our expert speakers ahead of time. Discover our speakers, their insights and how to get in touch with them below.
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