ISO 21001:2018 · Raising the standard of education
ISO 21001 Educational organisations certification
For schools, universities and training centres: raises the quality of education and learner satisfaction.
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Overview
What is ISO 21001 certification?
ISO 21001:2018 is an international standard for improving the quality of education. It is designed for educational organisations such as schools and universities, and focuses on meeting learners' needs and improving educational processes.
ISO 21001 certification offers significant benefits to educational organisations, helping them improve their performance and become more competitive in the education market. With certification, organisations can plan and organise their educational processes more effectively and achieve their educational objectives more efficiently. ISO 21001 also strengthens the confidence of stakeholders such as students, parents and funding bodies, reassuring them that the organisation is committed to the highest standards of quality and continual improvement in education. Ultimately, ISO 21001 provides an excellent model for educational organisations striving for excellence and aiming to achieve their goals effectively.
The advantages of ISO 21001 certification
Better quality and greater confidence in education
The ISO 21001 certification process
Steps towards educational excellence
The impact of ISO 21001 on students
A better learning experience and greater success
Certification and higher education
A cornerstone for universities and colleges
What does ISO 21001 bring your organisation?
The key benefits organisations gain from implementing the standard and achieving certification.
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Better quality of education
Certification helps raise the quality of education provided by educational organisations.
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Greater competitiveness
It helps educational organisations strengthen their position in the market.
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A better student experience
It improves the student experience and helps meet learners' educational needs.
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Greater parent satisfaction
It increases parents' satisfaction and their confidence in the organisation.
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Better teaching performance
It supports the development and performance of teachers and education staff.
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Fewer errors and failures
It reduces errors and shortcomings in the management of educational processes.
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Better planning and organisation
It improves planning and organisation across the institution.
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Greater sustainability
It helps sustain improvements in educational performance.
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Greater confidence in your organisation
It increases the confidence of funders and partners in your organisation.
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Conformity with international standards
It demonstrates conformity with internationally recognised standards for educational quality management.
How to get ISO 21001 certified
A clear path from first contact to receiving your certificate, with support afterwards.
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Step 1: Speak to an expert
The ISO 21001 certification process begins with a conversation with one of our experts, who will explain the audit and certification stages, the requirements of each stage and the timetable.
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Step 2: Educational needs assessment
This step is crucial. Your organisation carries out a comprehensive assessment of its educational management system, either itself or through an optional pre-assessment audit, reviewing current processes and identifying what still needs to be addressed before the certification audit.
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Step 3: Implementation planning
Your organisation develops a tailored action plan setting out the steps and measures needed to make improvements and conform to the requirements of ISO 21001.
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Step 4: System implementation
Once the plan is in place, the required measures and changes are implemented to meet the standard. This includes improving educational processes and developing the management system.
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Step 5: Internal audit
After implementation, an internal audit is carried out to verify conformity with ISO 21001, covering processes, records and documents.
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Step 6: Certification audit and certificate issue
Team Quality carries out the Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification audits, then issues the certificate once conformity is verified.
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Step 7: Ongoing compliance
After certification, you work to maintain conformity with the standard and continually improve your educational system to sustain excellence.
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ISO 21001 frequently asked questions
What is ISO 21001?
ISO 21001 is an international standard that aims to improve management systems for education and learning in educational organisations.
What are the benefits of ISO 21001 certification?
Benefits include higher-quality education, a better student experience and greater competitiveness in the market.
Who can be certified to ISO 21001?
Any educational organisation that meets the requirements of the standard can be certified.
What are the main steps to ISO 21001 certification?
The steps include assessment, planning, implementation, audit and ongoing compliance.
How long does ISO 21001 certification take?
It depends on the size and complexity of the organisation, but it usually takes several months.
Do organisations need regular audits?
Yes. Organisations must undergo regular audits to maintain conformity with the standard.
Why does ongoing compliance with the standard matter?
Ongoing compliance helps maintain the highest levels of educational quality and continual improvement.
Can educational organisations tailor their own management system to meet the standard?
Yes. Organisations can design their own management system in line with the requirements of the standard.
Do you support organisations through implementation and improvement?
No. As a certification body, we do not provide consultancy on implementing your system, so that our audits remain impartial. Your team can, however, attend our open training courses, such as internal-auditor and awareness courses, and we can carry out an optional pre-assessment that shows how ready you are before the certification audit.
How can I contact you for more information?
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