Basic compliance assessments: What has changed and what schools need to know

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Course outline:

Basic Compliance Assessments (BCAs) remain a fundamental part of the Student sponsor regime and a key measure of a school’s compliance performance. From June 2026, Student sponsors are subject to significantly tighter compliance thresholds and a new Red-Amber-Green (RAG) rating framework, increasing the importance of effective monitoring and early intervention. 

With higher expectations around visa refusal rates, enrolment rates and course completion rates, schools have less margin for error than under the previous framework. Understanding how these metrics are measured, monitored and assessed is now critical for Student sponsor licence holders. 

This webinar will examine the revised BCA requirements, the practical implications of the new thresholds and rating system, and the steps schools can take to identify risks, monitor performance and maintain compliance throughout the assessment period. 

Learning Outcomes 

By the end of this webinar, delegates will be able to: 

• Understand the revised BCA framework and assessment criteria. 
• Assess the impact of the new compliance thresholds and RAG rating system. 
• Monitor key metrics and compliance data effectively. 
• Recognise potential indicators of compliance concerns. 
• Develop a proactive approach to BCA management and continuous improvement. 

Topics Covered 

• The revised BCA framework and RAG rating system 
• What has changed and why it matters 
• Understanding the key compliance metrics 
• Key metrics, data quality and reporting 
• Identifying compliance risks and early warning signs 
• Practical monitoring and record-keeping 
• Consequences of failing a BCA 
• Action planning and continuous improvement 

Who Should Attend? 

• Registrars 
• International admissions teams 
• Student sponsor licence Key Personnel 
• Compliance officers 
• School leaders responsible for sponsor licence compliance 
• Governors and trustees with oversight responsibilities 

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This event will be held jointly with:

Speaker:

Kate Hollyer, Executive Director (Legal), Abitas Group and Director, BSA Legal Services Ltd

Kate is a qualified solicitor with over 14 years’ experience in UK immigration law, she supports members with all immigration matters. Before joining BSA in 2022, Kate was Partner and Head of Department at a leading UK law firm. Having lived in boarding houses since 2014 with her Housemaster husband, Kate brings a unique insight into boarding life.