A council in the north has received top marks from Ofsted inspectors for its adult learning and apprenticeship programmes that “transforms” learners’ lives.
Leeds City Council was awarded an ‘outstanding’ grade across all categories for its “highly ambitious curriculum” that the watchdog said improves life chances and develops strong communities, in a report published today.
The inspection rating is an upgrade from its last full inspection in 2013 when it was awarded a ‘good’ rating.
This full inspection was carried out between December 11 and 14. At the time of inspection, there were 564 learners on non-accredited adult learning courses funded by West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). There were also 50 apprentices on standards in team leader, operations manager, chartered manager and senior leader, all of whom are employees of the council.
