Confirm the data area
All required public data must exist.
How It Works
Five steps from official register to Guide
The process is the same across the Guide. The requirements are separate for each institution type.
Take the official population
Use the full eligible register for that institution type.
Check every line
Apply only the published standard and pass marks.
Verify twice
A second reviewer independently repeats the check.
Publish A–Z
Expire every result and repeat the next year.
Evidence order
Who publishes the proof matters.
| Priority | Source | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Government, statutory regulator, inspectorate or court | Legal status, sanctions, external review and official outcomes |
| 2 | Recognized examination, awarding or professional authority | Only the results or qualifications it directly administers |
| 3 | Institution’s public website | Fees, admissions, programmes, policies and contact routes |
| Never | Private files, marketing claims, rankings, news, testimonials or social media | Not accepted as decision evidence |
One failed or unproven check means no listing.
Strong results in one area cannot offset a failed requirement elsewhere. Institutions do not apply, provide private evidence or receive waivers.