House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Franchised Provision
22 April 2025 · Department for Education
Proposed by Bridget Phillipson Lab Houghton and Sunderland South
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Minister for Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning has prohibited Oxford Business College from enrolling new students who are eligible for student support.
- Oxford Business College's partners must plan for student protection measures.
- Current students will be able to transfer to new courses by the end of the academic year on August 31st.
Issue summary
The Minister for Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning has taken action against Oxford Business College due to concerns about the recruitment and attendance of students.
Action requested
New students on Oxford Business College courses will not be eligible for student support from immediate effect. The College's partners are required to initiate planning for student protection, allowing genuine students to transfer to new courses by the end of the current academic year on August 31st.
Key facts
- The Government Internal Audit Agency investigated concerns about Oxford Business College.
- Concerns relate to recruitment and attendance standards and English language competence assessment.
- Partners have terminated agreements or imposed additional controls.
- Students will retain maintenance and fee support until the end of August if they remain engaged in studies.