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Open College Network Credit4learning

Also known as: Open College Network Oxford and Chiltern Region, Open College Network Oxford, Thames and Chiltern, The Chiltern Region Open College Network and Access Consortium

Promoting widening participation in education & training. Providing a supportive moderation service by supporting the whole accreditation process. Promoting quality, flexibility, inclusiveness & responsiveness of educational provision. Facilitating the improvement of access to learning opportunities & progression to further learning, employment & education.

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Activities & Mission

Promoting widening participation in education & training. Providing a supportive moderation service by supporting the whole accreditation process. Promoting quality, flexibility, inclusiveness & responsiveness of educational provision. Facilitating the improvement of access to learning opportunities & progression to further learning, employment & education.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£207,446
Latest Expenditure
£225,479

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 108.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 108.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£207,446
£225,4790 / 0
2023
£199,591
£265,8050 / 0
2022
£266,798
£254,5640 / 0
2021
£278,967
£208,0640 / 0
2020
£257,513
£260,1430 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Open College Network Credit4learning

What does Open College Network Credit4learning do?

Promoting widening participation in education & training. Providing a supportive moderation service by supporting the whole accreditation process. Promoting quality, flexibility, inclusiveness & responsiveness of educational provision. Facilitating the improvement of access to learning opportunities & progression to further learning, employment & education.

How much income did Open College Network Credit4learning report in 2024?

Open College Network Credit4learning reported total income of £207k and reported expenditure of £225k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Open College Network Credit4learning registered as a charity?

Open College Network Credit4learning was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 April 2003 as charity number 1097093. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Open College Network Credit4learning?

Open College Network Credit4learning is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Rixon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Open College Network Credit4learning operate?

Open College Network Credit4learning operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Is Open College Network Credit4learning a registered charity?

Yes — Open College Network Credit4learning is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097093.

Details

Address
O C N
Office 6b
Amity House
5-7 Coniscliffe Road
Darlington
County D
Registration Date
16 April 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3997686
Charity Number
1097093

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Trustees

Paul Rixon Chair
Rachel Bishop

Also Known As

  • Open College Network Oxford and Chiltern Region
  • Open College Network Oxford, Thames and Chiltern
  • The Chiltern Region Open College Network and Access Consortium

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