We work with universities to build long-term, high-impact academic partnerships that enhance access, quality and global reach. Our collaborative approach ensures that institutions are supported academically, operationally and strategically.
We help universities deliver programmes through local, regional and international campuses, ensuring consistency, compliance and academic excellence.
Our teams collaborate with academic leaders to design industry aligned, future focused curricula that respond to evolving learner and employer needs.
Through our extensive recruitment networks and international platforms, we support universities in diversifying and expanding their global student base.
We work alongside institutions to strengthen teaching standards, enhance student services, and elevate the overall academic experience.
We provide insights, operational support and market intelligence to help institutions explore new regions, grow their footprint and strengthen competitive advantage.

Our institutions maintain rigorous academic standards supported by internal and external regulation, ensuring that every programme delivered across the Group meets the highest expectations of quality, credibility and learner experience.
We support institutions in setting up new campuses across the UK, Ireland and Europe, ensuring full compliance with academic, operational and regulatory requirements.

PEN helps institutions strengthen their presence in new and emerging markets through market intelligence, recruitment support and tailored regional strategies.
PEN offers multiple partnership structures — including franchise, validated, and co-branded models — allowing institutions to select the most suitable pathway for their aspirations and markets.
We guide universities through complex regulatory landscapes, helping institutions reduce risk, safeguard reputation and ensure compliant delivery across all sites.



Our teams provide on-the-ground support for teaching delivery, staffing, quality assurance, student services and campus administration, ensuring consistency and excellence.
Our co-branded models promote institutional identity while benefitting from PEN's infrastructure, enabling partners to enhance brand recognition and academic visibility.
Our institutions maintain rigorous academic standards supported by internal and external regulation, ensuring that every programme delivered across the Group meets the highest expectations of quality, credibility and learner experience.
We design programmes that enhance leadership effectiveness, strategic thinking and organisational performance at all levels.

PEN Group partners with institutions, governments and organisations seeking responsible, future-focused and high-performing education solutions. Our experience, values and integrated ecosystem make us a trusted collaborator in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
We operate a broad ecosystem of institutions and services including Elizabeth School of London, VCAD, William College & City Education Group giving partners access to established infrastructure, operational expertise and sector-wide insight.
Our senior leadership team brings decades of academic, corporate and international experience, enabling strategic, well-governed and sustainable partnership development.

Whether institutions are exploring academic collaboration, campus expansion or specialised delivery models, we offer adaptable frameworks that evolve with partner needs.
Partners benefit from a dedicated, knowledgeable and relationship-focused team committed to transparent communication, shared objectives and long-term success.
PEN Group works with a trusted global network of education agents, recruitment partners and advisory organisations, ensuring ethical, transparent and high-quality student recruitment pathways across international markets.
We provide structured onboarding, training resources and compliance frameworks to help agents operate with integrity, accuracy and sector-aligned best practices.
Partners receive access to up-to-date marketing materials, digital assets, campaign support and programme information to enhance recruitment capabilities.
Agents benefit from a diversified portfolio of universities, colleges and online platforms, enabling them to match students to appropriate academic pathways.

Our regional account managers provide ongoing support, communication and performance insights to ensure strong partnerships and effective recruitment outcomes.
We emphasise transparent, student-first recruitment practices, ensuring learners receive accurate guidance, responsible counselling and a positive admissions journey.
PEN supplies partners with regional insights, market trends and strategic advice to help them expand responsibly and strengthen their competitive position.