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Do you know a deserving winner of our Centre of the Year award?

This award recognises a school/college/training provider that is shaping smarter learning by going above and beyond to create transformational learning experiences and implement innovative approaches. This could include initiatives to support learners or apprentices, introducing programmes or processes to support learner or apprentice outcomes, or increasing additional support to ensure success.

What should my nomination include?

You can write up to 1,000 words about why you’re nominating this centre for this award. You should consider including the following in your nomination:  

  • Has the centre introduced new programmes, processes or initiatives that have had a positive impact on learner outcomes? 
  • Does the centre have a positive impact not only on its learners, but also on the wider community? 
  • Is the centre shaping smarter learning by implementing innovative approaches to education? 
  • Does the centre support their staff to progress and develop?  

Remember to read the terms and conditions before submitting your nomination! 

Centre of the Year

First, we need your details, so we can contact you if your centre has been shortlisted:

Now, please tell us about your centre:

Before submitting your nomination, you should think about including any or all of the following: Has the centre introduced new programmes, processes or initiatives that have had a positive impact on learner outcomes? Does the centre have a positive impact not only on its learners, but also on the wider community? Is the centre shaping smarter learning by implementing innovative approaches to education? Does the centre support their staff to progress and develop?

If you have any queries regarding your nomination, please contact [email protected].

Need inspiration?

Our Centre of the Year 2023: Learning Curve Group

Learning Curve Group is a national training and education specialist who works with further education providers, employers and learners to help them achieve success. They support over 200,000 learners each year, working with over 4,500 employers, including local authorities, micro-businesses, and levy-paying organisations. They impressed the judges with their dedication to their learners’ needs, ensuring that every student receives equal opportunities and the support to succeed in their studies. 

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Our Centre of the Year 2022: Carving Services Department, Loughborough College

The Caring Services Department at Loughborough College offers a wide range of programmes to support achievement and progression for all learners, with qualifications spanning a range of levels and specialisms within early years, and health and social care. 

Read their story

I’m so proud that Loughborough College has been recognised for the outstanding provision and opportunities offered to our amazing health and caring service learners.

Jo Maher, Principal and CEO at Loughborough College

Learning Curve Group staff

Pictured: Learning Curve Group staff

Loughborough College Caring Services Department staff

Pictured: Loughborough College, Caring Services Department staff