Government Authorisation & Recognition

Accreditations, Approvals and Recognition

1.Ghana Ministry of Education – National Schools Inspectorate Authority

Britannia International Academy is licensed by the National Schools Inspectorate Authority, NaSIA, under the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Ghana, to operate as an international school.

The licence was issued under the Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020 (Act 1023), and confirms that the school is subject to NaSIA’s regulatory, inspection and quality-assurance requirements.

Licence details

  • Licensing authority: National Schools Inspectorate Authority, NaSIA
  • Government department: Ministry of Education, Republic of Ghana
  • School category/code:  International Online School
  • Licence number: GA-INT-ICS-P6702032026
  • Effective date: 1 January 2026
  • Expiry date: 31 December 2026
  • Legal basis: Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020 (Act 1023)

Verify  at  https://www.nasia.gov.gh/ 

2. UK Provider Reference Number (UKPRN): 10101127

Britannia International Academy is officially listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP), confirming our status as a verified UK learning provider. UKRLP is the official government-backed portal used to verify recognised education and training organisations operating within the United Kingdom.

Our registration demonstrates our commitment to transparency, professional standards, and compliance within the UK education sector.

Provider Details

  • Provider Name: Britannia International Academy 
  • UKPRN (UK Provider Reference Number): 10101127
  • Status: VERIFIED

Being registered with UKRLP provides students, parents, and partners with confidence that Britannia International Academy operates as a recognised educational provider within the UK.

Verify here: https://www.ukrlp.co.uk/ukrlp/ukrlp_provider.page_pls_provDetails?x=&pn_p_id=10101127&pv_status=VERIFIED&pv_vis_code=L 

UK Awarding Body Approvals & Accreditations

Approved centres and programme authorisations from leading UK awarding bodies. Qualifications delivered through these awarding organisations are regulated by OFQUAL(https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofqual/about ) 

1. Pearson Edexcel Approved International Virtual School

Britannia International Academy is recognised by Pearson Edexcel as an approved international virtual school and examination centre for the delivery of Pearson international qualifications.

This recognition reflects the Academy’s commitment to high academic standards, quality assurance, and the provision of a structured British international education for students worldwide.

As a Pearson Approved Centre, Britannia International Academy offers internationally recognised academic pathways that support progression to universities, colleges, and future careers across the United Kingdom and beyond.

Pearson approval may be verified through the official Pearson Edexcel international centre database.

Pearson International School Centre Number: 95592

2. NCC Education Accredited

NCC Education is a UK awarding body regulated by OFQUAL and a provider of British education. Originally part of the National Computing Centre, established by the UK government in 1966, NCC Education has a long-standing reputation for excellence in education.

Britannia International Academy is accredited to deliver NCC Education programmes, including Digi Explorers, Digi Navigators, Digi Trailblazers, the Level 2 Award in Computing, and the Level 3 International Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies.

This accreditation reflects the Academy’s commitment to high standards in teaching, academic quality assurance, digital learning, and internationally recognised educational pathways.

Through NCC Education programmes, students benefit from structured British learning frameworks designed to support progression to higher education and future professional development.

Britannia International Academy being accredited by NCC Education means our programmes are rigorously quality-assured and aligned with the standards of British higher education. This ensures our students receive globally respected qualifications that are recognised by employers and universities around the world.

What This Means for You:

  • Globally recognized certification

  • Pathways to further UK and international university studies

  • Assurance of academic and professional quality

Read more:https://www.nccedu.com/study-centres/britannia-international-academy/ 

3. AQA Unit Award Scheme (UAS)

Our centre is registered with AQA’s Unit Award Scheme (UAS), which we use to recognise and record student achievement on selected courses.

Centre Number: 85370

Read more here : https://www.aqa.org.uk/programmes/unit-award-scheme/unit-search 

Official Government & Diplomatic Directories

Britannia International Academy® is included in official public directories maintained by UK public authorities and diplomatic institutions, increasing visibility and accessibility for students, parents, and the wider community.

1. Officially Listed on the Manchester City Council Service Directory

Britannia International Academy® is officially listed on the Manchester City Council Service Directory, a public information service that helps families, children and young people access educational and community services available in Manchester and beyond. This listing provides independent public visibility and demonstrates our presence as a UK-based educational provider.

Listing Details

  • Organisation: Manchester City Council
  • Directory: Help & Support Manchester Service Directory
  • Category: Education
  • Status: Official Public Directory Listing
  • Purpose: Public information and community access to educational services

Verify our listing here: https://www.manchesterservicedirectory.co.uk/kb5/manchester/directory/service.page?id=_U51JblWLHg 

2. Officially Listed by the Consulate General of Romania in Manchester

Britannia International Academy® is included in the official directory of Romanian organisations in the United Kingdom maintained by the Consulate General of Romania in Manchester. The listing recognises the Academy's educational contribution to the Romanian community living in the United Kingdom and provides Romanian families with access to trusted educational information.

Listing Details

  • Institution: Consulate General of Romania in Manchester
  • Directory: Romanian Organisations in the United Kingdom
  • Category: Education
  • Status: Official Directory Listing
  • Purpose: Information resource for the Romanian community in the UK

Verify our listing here: https://manchester.mae.ro/node/753 

Legal Protection & Compliance

Britannia International Academy® is committed to operating in accordance with UK legal requirements. The Academy maintains appropriate registrations for data protection and intellectual property, safeguarding the rights of students, families and the institution.

1. Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

Britannia International Academy® is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the United Kingdom's independent authority responsible for upholding information rights and enforcing data protection legislation.

ICO registration demonstrates our commitment to processing personal data lawfully, fairly and transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Registration Details

  • Authority: Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • Registration Status: Registered Data Controller
  • Purpose: Compliance with UK data protection legislation
  • Legislation: UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018

This certification demonstrates that our institution follows recognised UK data protection standards for the collection, storage, and processing of personal information.

2. UK Registered Trade Marks

The Britannia International Academy® name and associated branding are protected by registered trade marks granted by the United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO). These registrations provide exclusive legal protection for the Academy's identity and brand within the United Kingdom.

Registration Details

  • Authority: United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO)
  • Protected Brand: Britannia International Academy®
  • Trade Mark Status: Registered
  • Protection: Educational services and associates

https://trademarks.ipo.gov.uk/ipo-tmcase/page/Results/1/UK00004223443  | https://trademarks.ipo.gov.uk/ipo-tmcase/page/Results/1/UK00004262050 

Higher Education, Assessment & Professional Memberships

Britannia International Academy® collaborates with recognised UK organisations that support university admissions, English language assessment, professional development and international distance learning.

1. UCAS Registered Centre

Britannia International Academy® is a registered UCAS centre, enabling the Academy to support students throughout the UK university application process. As a registered centre, we provide guidance, predicted grades, references and application support for higher education.

Registration Details

  • Organisation: UCAS
  • Status: Registered Centre
  • Centre Number: 21409
  • Purpose: University admissions support for students applying to higher education in the UK

2. Oxford English Assessment

Britannia International Academy® is an approved Oxford Test of English centre, authorised to administer the Oxford Test of English. The test is certified by the University of Oxford and assesses English language proficiency across the CEFR levels.

Approval Details

  • Organisation: Oxford University Press & Assessment
  • Status: Approved Affiliate Centre
  • Assessment: Oxford Test of English
  • Delivery: Computer-based English language assessment

3. European Association for Distance Learning (EADL)

Britannia International Academy® is a member of the European Association for Distance Learning (EADL), an international professional association promoting quality and best practice in distance and online education.

Membership Details

  • Organisation: European Association for Distance Learning
  • Status: Institutional Member
  • Focus: Quality, innovation and professional collaboration in distance education

4. National School Quality (NSQ)

Britannia International Academy® supports the National School Quality (NSQ) framework, demonstrating its commitment to continuous school improvement, quality assurance and educational excellence.

Membership Details

  • Organisation: National School Quality
  • Status: Supporting Member
  • Focus: School quality improvement and best practice

https://nsqol.org/