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School of Character Quality Mark & Quality Mark Plus Awards

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Applying for the ACE Quality Marks

The foundation of a school or organisation’s character programme is extremely important.

Schools and organisations that draw on character-based theory and research often have the most thriving and transformative provision. They are also the most well placed to meet the criteria for the Quality Mark awards.

For this reason, it is essential not only to utilise resources and guidance from ACE, but also organisations such as the world-leading Jubilee Centre for Character and Virtues.

Please do take the time to look at Jubilee Centre and their Framework for Schools before applying for the Quality Mark. This will deepen your understanding of what is meant by character education and why it is essential for human flourishing.

89%

of members rated the assessment process at least 8/10 in helping to further character provision

84%

of members rated the assessment process 10/10 in providing recognition for schools’ character education

Small School (up to 250 pupils)

£800

Medium School (250 – 500 pupils)

£1,050

Large School (500+ pupils)

£1,150

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ACE Conference 2026 – Reading (Southern Conference)

We’re excited to announce our upcoming event, which will bring together schools and organisations from across the Northern part of

100 Longwater Avenue Green Park Reading Berkshire RG2 6GP
July 8, 2026

ACE Conference 2026 – Leeds (Northern Conference)

We’re excited to announce our upcoming event, which will bring together schools and organisations from across the Southern part of

Quebec St, Leeds LS1 2HA
June 24, 2026