Guidance
Proposed timeline for upcoming college financial returns
Updated 15 April 2026
Applies to England
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| Collection | Scope | Documents to submit | Publish date | Collection deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial statements | All colleges | • Finance record • Financial statements • Audit committee annual report • Audit findings report • Non-dormant subsidiary financial statements • Additional evidence, as requested |
Finance record template publication date: 5Â November 2025 | 31 December 2025 |
Colleges may also be asked to submit additional returns, for example, where they have received restructuring or capital grants.