iBSL stands for the Institute of British Sign Language. We are an awarding body/organisation recognised by Ofqual (the Office of the Regulator for Qualifications, Examinations and Assessments in England). We are Deaf-led and Deaf-managed with a Board of Trustees who are all Deaf and experienced in British Sign Language and Deaf Studies, and are committed to providing qualifications that engage learners of all ages in programmes that strive to enable them achieve their full potential.

We are Deaf-led with a Board of Trustees who are all Deaf and experienced in British Sign Language and Deaf Studies, and are committed to providing qualifications that engage learners of all ages in programmes that strive to enable them achieve their full potential.

We offer a range of British Sign Language qualifications from Entry Level up to Level 6 that equip learners with the knowledge and skills they need for their present and future employment.

We work closely in consultation with providers of BSL and Deaf Studies teaching to develop qualifications that meet their needs, and also to ensure that these qualifications meet with current regulatory requirements as set out by Ofqual.

We support providers that deliver our qualifications through information workshops, training sessions and online access to guidance.

Company Information

The Institute of British Sign Language is a Community Interest Company limited by guarantee and registered in England.

Company number: 6201561

Registered Office:

iBSL
11-13 Wilson Patten Street
Warrington
WA1 1PG

Tel: 01925 632463

Board of Trustees (Directors)