Quality Mark FAQs

It is a self-audit and accreditation programme recognising how education settings support learners’ wellbeing before, during and after examinations.

The programme is aimed at schools and alternative provisions. Contact MyExamBuddy if you are unsure whether your setting is eligible.

Leadership, Structured Revision, Emotional Support, Communication and Safeguarding.

The programme includes Commitment, Bronze, Silver and Gold recognition. The final outcome depends on the assessment and review.

Register or sign in through the Quality Mark applicant portal, complete the self-audit and submit it for review.

Provide relevant policies, examples of practice, communications, processes or other material that demonstrates your setting’s approach. Evidence can be supplied using the options available within each assessment question.

Yes. The self-audit supports saving progress before final submission.

A reviewer may request clarification or additional evidence. Follow the instructions shown in your assessment account before resubmitting.

Submitted assessments and supporting evidence are reviewed before a formal accreditation decision is recorded. Completing the self-audit does not automatically guarantee an award.

An accreditation is valid for 12 months from its issue date, unless it is revoked earlier.

Awarded settings can access their certificate and digital badge, with a verification reference that can be checked publicly.

Yes. Visit the public award verification page and enter the reference shown on the certificate or badge.

The public directory is intended for settings that opt in and have a current qualifying accreditation. An award does not automatically mean a public directory listing.

Renewal involves reviewing and updating your evidence for a new assessment cycle. Check your account and any renewal reminders for the relevant next steps.