Freedom of Information
Introduction
The Freedom of Information Act (2000) requires publicly funded organisations to adopt and maintain a Publication Scheme. This requirement applies to Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College.
This is Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s Publication Scheme under the Act, and follows guidance for the new model publication scheme, issued by the Information Commissioner’s Office 23 October 2008. The document is a “living document” and is thus continually subject to change.
The Purpose of the Scheme is to let everyone know what information will be automatically, or routinely, published and/or made available by the College.
The College will make every effort to follow the spirit, as well as the legal requirements of the Freedom of Information Act.
The College will:
- Look to provide as much information as possible on a routine basis.
- Not normally publish information on a regular basis if it is impractical or resource-intensive to prepare such material for routine release.
Classes and Publication Scheme Structure
The structure of this publication scheme follows the seven classes on information specified in the Model Publication scheme for Further Education, as provided by the Information Commissioner. These classes are:
Classes of information:
1. Who we are and what we do
Organisational information, locations and contacts, constitutional and legal governance.
2. What we spend and how we spend it
Financial information relating to projected and actual income and expenditure, tendering, procurement and contracts.
3. What our priorities are and how we are doing
Strategy and performance information, plans, assessments, inspections and reviews.
4. How we make decisions
Policy proposals and decisions. Decision making processes, internal criteria and procedures, consultations.
5. Our policies and procedures
Current written protocols for delivering our functions and responsibilities.
6. Lists and registers
Information held in registers required by law and other lists and registers relating to the functions of the authority.
7. The services we offer
Advice and guidance, booklets and leaflets, transactions and media releases. A description of the services offered.
Overview of the Operation of the FOIA in the College
Details for each class of information included in the publication scheme are provided. This includes classes of information, associated descriptions of information, where the information may be obtained, and any fee that may be applicable.
The description of information listed within each class may also refer to any exemptions, i.e. information that might fall within the broad definition that will not be routinely published. The information held under each class may, over time, be varied.
Public Interest and Rights to Information
In preparing this scheme the College has had regard to the public interest. It has taken notice of the sort of information that people normally ask us for and what they are interested in. We have also had regard overall to the public interest of disclosure of information in the interests of open and accountable educational establishments as well as having regard to information which is already published and the rights that the Freedom of Information Act 2000 brought to everyone when the public access provisions came in under the legislation in January 2005.
The scheme and this new legislation do not limit in any way other rights that people have previously had to information. The College has been and remains committed to openness and transparency.
Personal Information
A great deal of the information that we hold is personal and private to individuals. The Freedom of Information Act 2000 does not deal with this information. The relevant legislation pertaining to personal and private information is the Data Protection Act 1998. The Freedom of Information Act 2000 does not allow the making public of private and confidential information regarding an individual’s personal records. The individual concerned does have access, however, to that information under the Data Protection Act. In other words, therefore, your private affairs and business with the College as an individual are not the subject of this Publication Scheme.
Responsibility for the Scheme and day to day assistance
The College has designated a member of the Senior Management Group (SMG) to be responsible for this Scheme at the College.
The College has a duty to provide advice, assistance and guidance as far as it would be reasonable to expect the College to do so. Members of the public who need assistance in formulating these requests may also contact the designated senior manager.
The Designated senior manager can be contacted via:
Email: jwilson@qeliz.ac.uk
Tel: 01325 461315
Fax: 01325 361705
Appropriate assistance might include:
- advising the person that another person or agency might be able to assist them
- providing an outline of the different kinds of information held by the College which might meet the terms of the request
- providing a general response to the request, setting out options for further information which could be provided on request
This is not an exhaustive list and we will be flexible in offering advice and assistance that is most appropriate to the circumstances of the applicant.
It should be noted that where information is being requested which appears to be part of an organised campaign, the College is not required to comply with a number of related requests by virtue of the Act and Regulations where the cumulative cost of compliance would exceed the appropriate limit, i.e. the cost threshold prescribed in the Regulations. In those circumstances the College will consider whether the information could be disclosed in another more effective manner, for example, via the College’s website. The College is not obliged to respond to vexatious or repeated requests.
Requests for information sent to the Information Governance Controller:
Requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act:
- Must be in writing
- Must include name and address of applicant
- Must describe information requested
Complaints
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College has a complaints procedure within the College Charter. This may be used by any person who considers that the College is not complying with the Publication Scheme. In order to access the College’s internal Complaints Procedure, you should contact the Designated senior manager (whose address is set out earlier in this Publication Scheme), or the College’s office, who will be able to supply you with the appropriate information.
The opportunity to complain to the College does not limit any rights people have to complain to the Freedom of Information Commissioner (again, either about Freedom of Information Act 2000 or Data Protection Act) at the following address: Information Commissioner, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5AF Tel: 01625 545745 Fax: 01625 524510
Email: data@dataprotection.gov.uk
Availability of the Publication Scheme
This Publication Scheme is also available in hard copy from the College.
The College can be contacted via:
Email: enquiries@qeliz.ac.uk
Tel: 01325 461315
Fax: 01325 361705
This Publication Scheme and the documents to which it refers are available in English. If people have difficulty with access or require large print or otherwise require particular assistance, they are invited to contact the designated senior manager for assistance.
Guiding Principles
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College promotes transparency and openness in relation to the information it holds.
The College has a Policy on Freedom of Information that summarises the approach taken by the College to comply with its legal and regulatory obligations and to contribute to the effective overall management of Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College. The College will seek to meet its obligations in law and in spirit and achieve an appropriate balance between the College’s resources, confidentiality, other people’s rights to privacy and the purpose for which the information is held.
Exemptions
The Freedom of Information Act creates a general right of access to information held by public bodies, but also sets out 23 exemptions where that right is either not allowed or is qualified. The exemptions relate to issues such as national security, law enforcement, commercial interests, and data protection. In particular, information is exempt from the Act if it is accessible to the applicant by other means, such as from the Funding Councils. A definitive list of exemptions can be reviewed by perusing the act on HMSO web site or by obtaining a copy of the act from Her Majesty’s Stationery Office.
For guidance, the main exemptions in relation to supplying requested information under the Freedom of Information Act are:
Absolute Exemptions:
- Information accessible to applicants by other means
This will most commonly be information that is included in the Publication Scheme or is normally provided by other organizations. - Personal Information
Personal information will be dealt with as a Subject Access Request under the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998. - Information provided in confidence
This applies if releasing the information would amount to a breach of confidence at the time the request is made. - Prohibitions on disclosure
This applies to information the disclosure of which is prohibited by legislation, or European Community obligation, or the disclosure would be a contempt of Court.
Exemptions subject to a public interest test
- Information intended for future publication
This applies where the College plans to publish the information in the future, and it is reasonable at the time of the request, not to disclose it until then. - Investigations and proceedings conducted by public authorities
This covers information relevant to criminal investigations and proceedings, and information obtained for criminal or civil proceedings. - Law enforcement
This applies to a wide range of investigations and conduct, for example, information which will prejudice the prevention or detection of crime. - Health and Safety
This exemption applies to information which would, or would be likely to endanger the physical or mental health or safety of any individual. - Environmental Information
This section operates as a gateway to revised environmental Information Regulations which will be introduced to implement the provisions of the Aarhus Convention. - Personal Information (concerning a third party)
Request for personal information about someone else will be dealt with under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, but the principles of the Data Protection Act 1998 will be used to determine whether it should be disclosed. - Legal professional privilege
This applies where a claim to legal professional privilege could be maintained in legal proceedings. - Commercial Interests
This exemption applies to trade secrets and information, the disclosure of which would, or would be likely to, prejudice the commercial interests of any person. This would include the College.
Notes on using the Scheme
This scheme refers to classes of information that Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College publishes for use within the College and externally. The scheme is intended to provide guidance on finding information according to its type. Publication does not refer solely to printed material. Much of the material covered by the scheme is available on the College’s website.
Review and Amendment
Because this is a new requirement from Colleges, it is the intention of the College to keep its Publication Scheme under review. It is anticipated that the Publication Scheme will be reviewed, and changes, if appropriate, submitted to the Information Commissioner on a regular basis.
The relevant information under each class will automatically be published and/or updated as required.
Information available by virtue of the Publication Scheme
Where information is available on the website in general a hypertext link will direct you to the correct page on the website. For those who do not have access to the internet or Virtual learning environment, single page print outs obtained from the website or Virtual learning environment, or copies of documents obtained from the website or Virtual learning environment are available by post. Some information designated “Electronic Copy” is available as an electronic document as well as hard copy, and can be provided via Email. In addition, some information may only be open to inspection or available by post. All requests to receive information by post should be made via the Designated senior manager using the contact details provided above.
Charges
Requests for information not available on the College website will attract a charge of £10 to cover the cost of retrieval, postage photocopying etc. This charge is payable in advance.
Requesting Information
We aim to respond in relation to specific requests for information within 20 working days. Each request will be treated on its own merits and a time estimate will be given by which we expect to respond.
In certain circumstances it may not be possible to deal with an application in full within the 20 working days.
Publication Scheme
1) Who we are and what we do:
Organisational information, structures, locations and contacts. (Current information only)
| 1.1 | Legal framework | This class contains information relating to how FE Colleges were established. The corporate status of Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College was conferred by the relevant statutes, in particular the Education Reform Act of 1988 and the Further and Higher Education Act 1992. The relevant legislation is publicly available. E.g. HMSO Website Education Reform Act 1988 Further & Higher Education Act 1992 Charities Act 1993 Learning & Skills Act 2000 Instrument and Articles of Government All of the above legislative documents are available on governmental websites or directly from the respective organisation: www.legislation.hmso.gov.uk/acts.htm www.lsc.gov.uk Requests for information relating to this class of information, not covered by the above, may be obtained from the Clerk to the Corporation at the College address | |
| 1.2 | How the institution is organised | ||
| How Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is organised | This class contains information relating to how the individual units of Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College are organised and where each unit fits in the overall structure of the College (available on request) Organisational and management structure charts, including names and job titles (available on request) Departmental structures including identification of senior personnel (available on request) Membership and description of statutory boards and committees. Terms of Reference. | ||
| Staffing structure of schools/departments | This class includes information about staff roles within the college and departments, together with organisational charts (available on request) | ||
| Academic year dates | This class includes information on the dates for the current academic year as well as future academic years (as far as has been established). College Calendar | ||
| 1.3 | Lists of and information relating to organisations it works in partnership with and any companies wholly owned by it | ||
| Partner Organisations | A list of Partner Organisations (e.g. business, the professions and the community) and their relationship with the College | ||
| 1.4 | Contact Details | College Website: www.qeliz.ac.uk Contact numbers: Tel: 01325 461315 Fax: 01325 361705 Email: enquiry@qeliz.ac.uk Postal Address: Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Vane Terrace Darlington DL3 7AU College Location Map | |
| 1.5 | Student Activities | ||
| Student Associations | Students’ Association | ||
| Student Activities | Students’ Association Executive Meeting Minutes (available on request) Governors Report - Student Activities News Reports (Newsletter available on request) Supplementary Programme |
2) What we spend and how we spend it
This section will normally include financial information relating to projected and actual income and expenditure, procurement, contracts and financial audit.
Financial information for the current and previous two financial years will normally be available.
| 2.1 | Funding/Income | |
| Finance | Information on the sources of funding and income, such as funding grants, tuition fees, endowment and investment income (including investment strategy) (available on request) | |
| 2.2 | Budgetary and account information | Annual accounts Annual budget (as appears in the final accounts) (available on request) Planning and budgeting procedures (available on request) Management Accounts (available on request) |
| 2.3 | Financial audit reports | Audit Reports (available on request) | 2.4 | Capital Programme | Capital Programme Plans (available on request) Strategic Objectives/Mission Statement |
| 2.5 | Financial Regulations and Procedures | Financial Regulations (available on request) |
| 2.6 | Staff Remuneration and Grading structures | Information pertaining to staff pay and grading structures is available. Information will indicate, for most posts, levels of pay rather than individual salaries. Pensions (available on request) Travel and Subsistence Policy (available on request) Remuneration of senior staff as published in annual accounts Pay Scales (available on request) |
| 2.7 | Register of suppliers | List of Suppliers (available on request – subject to commercial sensitivity) Information pertaining to Goods & Services (available on request – subject to commercial sensitivity) |
| 2.8 | Procurement and tender procedures and reports | |
| Procurement and disposal policies for goods and services | Information in this class offers assurances that monies are being appropriately spent and assurances that procurement is fair and open. The disposal policies also assure that Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is making correct and appropriate use of funds. Policies relating to the procurement and disposal of equipment (available on request) | |
| 2.9 | Contracts and Insurance | Details of contracts that are of sufficient size to have gone through a formal tendering process Insurance (available on request) Contracts currently available for public tender and reports of successful tenders (available on request) |
3) What our priorities are and how we are doing
This information will normally be available for the current and previous three years.
Reports or recorded information demonstrating the College’s planned or actual performance will normally be included here. This includes strategies and plans, performance indicators, audits, inspections and reviews.
| 3.1 | Annual Report | The College annual report. Isn’t one as such SUF Assessment Report (available on request) Annual Accounts | |
| 3.2 | Corporate and business plans | ||
| Information on institutional context | This class includes information on institutional context. Mission Statement Strategic Objectives Three Year Financial Forecast (available on request) College 3 Year Development Plan (available on request) | ||
| 3.3 | Teaching and learning strategy | Learning and Teaching Policies & Procedures (available on request) | |
| 3.4 | Academic quality and standards Any other reports or recorded information demonstrating the College’s planned or actual performance will normally be available. |
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| Information on internal procedures for auditing and assuring academic quality and standards, plus annual review. Qualitative data on the quality and standards of learning and teaching. | Annual Self Assessment Reports (available on request) Assessment Policy (available on request) Teaching and Learning Observation Policy (available on request) Quality Improvement Strategy (available on request) Internal Inspection Procedure (available on request) Quality Assurance Policy (available on request) Quality Guidance Literature (available on request) Programme Validation Procedure (available on request) Internal and External Verifiers Reports (available on request) Student Focus Groups (available on request) Course Handbooks (available on request) Probationers’ Teaching and Learning Procedure (available on request) Complaints Procedure (available on request) | ||
| 3.5 | External review information | Information on the annual monitoring and review process together with a statement of roles, responsibilities and authority of different bodies within the institution involved in programme approval and review. External verifiers reports (available on request) External Inspection Reports Investors in People Review (available on request) | |
| 3.6 | Corporate relations | Information pertaining to College’s links with employers and the development of learning programmes Work placement procedures (available on request) | |
| 3.7 | Government and regulatory reports | ||
| Government and Regulator relations | This class relates to the information that Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is legally obliged to make available to its funding and/or monitoring bodies (available on request) Self Assessment report to LSC and OFSTED ILR to LSC (published in National Press) Examination results to DfES (published in National Press) Inspection Reports |
4) How we make decisions
Decision making processes and associate records:
Information in this class will be available at least for the current and previous three years.
| 4.1 | Minutes from governing body, council, academic boards and steering groups Minutes of meetings where key decisions are made about the operation of the College, excluding material that is properly considered to be private, are readily available to the public. | Minutes from Governing Body, Council Minutes from Academic Boards and Steering Groups |
| 4.2 | Teaching and learning committee minutes | |
| Minutes of meetings relating to teaching and learning. | The College does not have a specific Teaching and Learning Committee. Activities and meetings relating to teaching and learning are covered in a large number of cross College activities & meetings (available on request) | |
| 4.3 | Minutes of staff/student consultation meetings | Minutes of staff / student consultation meetings at College level. Meetings at departmental level also occur. Contact the respective head of department if known, else the PA to the Principal (available on request) |
| 4.4 | Appointment committees and procedures | Probationary process for all staff (available on request) Redeployment, retraining and redundancy procedure (available on request) |
5) Our policies and procedures
This section includes current written protocols, policies and procedures for delivering our services and responsibilities.
The College has a range of policies, all of which are published on the College’s Virtual learning environment The College has a designated person who is responsible for organising the maintenance and publication of all College Policies. Further information on any policy, unless otherwise stated, will be available from the College Policies Controller.
| 5.1 | Policies and procedures for conducting College business Codes of practice, memoranda of understanding, procedural rules, standing orders and similar information are included in this section. Procedures for handling requests for information should be included. | Equality and Diversity Policy Health and Safety Policy (available on request) Risk Management Policy (available on request) Acceptable Use Policy of IT Facilities (available on request) Data Protection Policy E-Safety Policy (available on request) Single Equality Scheme Equality and Diversity Records Management Procedures (available on request) Safeguarding (available on request) Whistle Blowing Policy (available on request) Freedom of Information Policy Information Security Policy (available on request) | |
| 5.2 | Procedures and policies relating to academic services Some of these policies have already be covered in class 3 ‘What our priorities are and how we are doing’ in the context of external review and academic quality and standards. | Assessment Policy (available on request) Learner Involvement Strategy (available on request) Student Charter and Student Handbook/Diary (available on request) | |
| 5.3 | Procedures and policies relating to student services This section contains information on how Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College manages student admission and registration, accommodation, management of the student records system, the assessment of external qualifications, internal student complaints and appeals, and code of student discipline. | ||
| Student admission and enrolment | This class includes information relating to the admission/enrolment of new students. College Charter (available on request) Admissions Policy (available on request) Student entry qualifications requirements Assessment Policy (available on request) The range of student entrants classified by age, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic background, & disability as returned to LSC (available on request) Student progression, retention and completion data (available on request) Data on qualifications awarded to students (available on request) Student Enrolment Data (available on request) | ||
| Student discipline | This class includes information relating to the conduct of disciplinary proceedings against students College Disciplinary Procedure for Students (available on request) Complaints Procedure Assessment Policy (available on request) | ||
| Student learning support services | This class includes information on student support services from an academic and learning perspective. Student Charter (available on request) Disability Discrimination Act Leaflet (available on request) Mentoring (available on request) Counselling (available on request) College Chaplain (available on request) College Nurse (available on request) Learning and Skills Support (available on request) Queen Elizabeth SFC College Learner Support Procedures (available on request) Library Opening Hours Learning Resource Catalogue. Archive Policy for Library Stock (available on request) | ||
| Student Liaison | This class includes information relating to the structure and functioning of staff/student consultative committees or other liaison groups. Communication with Students policy (available on request) Constitution of Student Association (available on request) | ||
| Student Policies | This class includes a guide to all student policies issued by Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College: Student Charter (available on request) Assessment Policy (available on request) Student Handbook (available on request) Acceptable Use of IT Policy (available on request) Equality and Diversity Anti Bullying Policy (available on request) eSafety Policy (available on request) Student Assessment and Targets (available on request) Student Discipline (available on request) Transport for Students (available on request) Tuition Fees Admissions Learning and Skills Support (available on request) Induction (available on request) Role of Group Tutor (available on request) Communication with Students (available on request) [link Disability Equality Scheme Enterprise policy (available on request) Financial support (available on request) Health and well being (available on request) Safeguarding (available on request) Educational visits (available on request) Payment for Examinations Policy (available on request) Examination Organisations and Regulations (available on request) | ||
| Student Welfare | This class includes a guide to all student welfare. Counselling at Queen Elizabeth Financial Support for Students Careers Support Guidance Leaflets Student Handbook (general support information) (available on request) | ||
| Student Associations and Activities (Optional) | This class should contain information relating to the operation and activities of the Students’ Union and other associations. Students’ Association Constitution (available on request) List of Student Association Officers (available on request) Procedure for Allocation of SA Funds (available on request) Student Association Constitution (available on request) | ||
| 5.4 | Procedures and policies relating to human resources This section refers to the full range of human resources policies and procedures such as generic terms and conditions of employment, collective bargaining and consultation with trade unions, grievance, disciplinary, harassment and bullying, public interest disclosure, staff development (such as induction, probation, appraisal, promotions). | ||
| Employment and employee relations | Job Vacancies Salary Grades (available on request) Capability Procedure (available on request) Public Interest Disclosure (for compliance with the Public Interest Disclosure Act) (available on request) Disciplinary Procedure (available on request) Grievance Procedures and Policies (includes harassment and bullying) (available on request) Health and Safety Policy and Procedures (available on request) Generic Terms and Conditions of Employment (available on request) Ill Health Retirement Procedure (available on request) Other Personnel Procedures (available on request) Staff Development Policy (available on request) | ||
| Staff development | This class includes information on staff development and training, including induction programmes, probation and Performance Development and Review. Procedures relating to Probation (available on request) Procedures pertaining to Performance Development and Review (available on request) Procedures relating to the on-going Development of Staff, including schemes such as Investors in People (available on request) Recruitment & Selection Policy Staff Induction – details of areas to be covered and procedures: Staff Development Review (available on request) Staff Development and Appraisal Priorities (available on request) | ||
| 5.5 | Procedures and policies relating to recruitment If vacancies are advertised as part of recruitment policies, details of current vacancies will be readily available. | ||
| Marketing and recruitment | This class includes publications relating to student recruitment (UK and International), including the College prospectus. It will also include information related to the learning experience. There will be some overlap with Student Administration and Support. Prospectus (available on the website or a paper copy on request) Subject Information Schools’ information Leaflets (available on request) | ||
| Public Relations | This class contains information that is created specifically by Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College to help publicise its facilities and activities. Prospectus (paper based copy available on request) Subject Information Press Releases Newsletters (available on request) Advertisements/Flyers (available on request) Information to Parents (available on request) | ||
| 5.6 | Code of Conduct for members of governing bodies | Code of Conduct for Governors (available on request) | |
| 5.7 | Equality and Diversity This will also include policies, statements, procedures and guidelines relating to equal opportunities. | ||
| Equal opportunities/Diversity | Equality and Diversity Policy Single Equality Scheme | ||
| 5.8 | Health and Safety | Health and Safety Policy (available on request) Health and Well Being Policy (available on request) | |
| 5.9 | Estate Management Information in this section cover information at a strategic level relating to Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s management of its physical resources. Information that provides specific details of Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s future plans to alter its estate (e.g. proposals to purchase additional property) are not included where such disclosure would damage Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s commercial interests. | Service Level Definitions for the provision of Estates Services Information on the following is available: Disposals Policy (available on request) Facilities Management Policies (available on request) Grounds and Building Maintenance Policy (available on request) Property Strategy (available on request) Maintenance Programme (available on request) Teaching Room Allocation & Room Utilisation (available on request) | |
| 5.10 | Complaints Policies and Procedures | College Appeals Procedure (available on request) Complaints (available on request) Publication Scheme Under the Freedom of Information Act | |
| 5.11 | Records Management and Personal Data Policies | ||
| Policies with regard to data and information | Data Protection Policy Freedom of Information Act Policy Information Security Policy (available on request) Records Management Protocol (available on request) Acceptable Use and Security Policy for Information Technology (IT) (available on request) | ||
| 5.12 | Charging Regimes and Policies Charges made for production of information will be nominal and identified on an individual case basis. Government guidance will be followed both to the letter and spirit of the act. | Guidance on the application of the Freedom of Information and Data Protection (appropriate limit and fees) regulations 2004 |
6) Lists and Registers
Information contained below pertains only to currently maintained lists and registers.
| 6.1 | Any information we are currently legally required to hold in publicly available registers | Register of Interests for Governors (available on request) |
| 6.2 | Asset Registers | Asset Registers are kept within the College. Capital Asset Registers will normally be available (on request) |
7) The services we offer
Information identifies the services we offer, including leaflets, guidance and newsletters.
| 7.1 | Prospectus and course content | |
| Course information | College Prospectus (available on the website or a paper copy on request) Evening Courses Access Course Foundation Art Course Course Information Sheets | |
| Tuition Fees | Evening Courses | |
| 7.2 | Health Advice | Health and Welfare Policy (available on request) Heath Promotion (available on request) Health Advice (available on request) |
| 7.3 | Careers Advice | An extensive range of guidance is available on the College website |
| 7.4 | Chaplaincy Services | See Student Learning Support Services Section |
| 7.5 | Services for which the College is entitled to recover a fee together with those fees | Room Rental (available on request) |
| 7.6 | Sports and recreational facilities | The College has a Sports Hall and playing fields. In addition, the Supplementary Programme uses facilities at the Dolphin Centre, Eastbourne Sports Centre, Hummersknott School and The Arts Centre. |
| 7.7 | Museums, libraries, special collections and archives | The College has a modern well equipped library |
| 7.8 | Conference Facilities | Conference facilities are not offered by the College |
| 7.9 | Advice and Guidance | The College provides advice and guidance on a personal basis, as well as support documentation (prospectuses) and a comprehensive website.
Guidance Policy (available on request) |
| 7.10> | Local Campaigns | The College is not involved with any local campaigns outside of its normal educational business |
| 7.11 | Media Releases | News Items |