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Guide to information

The Guide to information is a hub where you can read and download information relating to NCG's governance.

We publish information as a matter of routine under Model Publication Scheme for public authorities and covers:

  • Who we are and what we do
  • What we spend and how we spend it
  • What our priorities are and how we are doing
  • How we make decisions
  • Our policies and procedures
  • Lists and registers
  • The services we offer

Freedom of information

You can make a freedom of information request for all recorded information held by NCG, subject to various exceptions. 

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Who We Are And What We Do

Find out about more about the seven colleges that make up NCG and our mission to ‘enable social mobility and economic prosperity through exceptional education’.

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What We Spend And How We Spend It

Here you will find NCG's financial information relating to projected and actual income and expenditure, procurement, contracts and financial audit.

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How We Make Decisions

We exist to create life-changing opportunities for individuals through our seven colleges. We're guided by a number of local and group level boards and committees to help ensure the effective running of the organisation at all levels.

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Policies and Procedures

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality and inclusive education in a safe and welcoming environment, we are guided by a number of policies and procedures that we regularly review to ensure they are fit for purpose.

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External Examiners

External examiners are an essential part of NCG's framework for quality and standards, and all approved courses leading to an NCG award require an external examiner. Here you can find further information and useful documentation for external examiners/mentors and NCG staff.

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Ofsted and Performance

Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is an independent and impartial body which inspects and regulates services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. You can read our latest Ofsted report and performance data here.

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Supply Chain Information

NCG will procure and work with Supply Chain Partners to deliver high quality provision on our behalf where there is clear curriculum intent and justification is met against set criteria.

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Important information

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