- South East and North West of England had the most starts on apprenticeships.
- The most popular apprenticeship in the country is for early years teachers, with programmes for nurses, data technicians, engineers, accountants, and police constables also in the top 20.
- Sectors with most people starting on apprenticeships include construction; business and administration; health and science; education and early years; engineering and manufacturing; and digital – with more engagement needed with the likes of catering and hospitality; transport and logistics; and creative and design.
- IfATE is publishing its study into apprenticeship engagement to encourage more businesses to recruit apprentices and work with us to shape future training in support of National Apprenticeship Week (5 to 11 February).
The regions in England where most people started on apprenticeships last year were the South East (51,630) and North West (48,690).
IfATE wants many more large and small employers to recruit apprentices and help us shape future programmes, which is why our study released for National Apprenticeship Week (5 to 11 February) is drawing attention to regions and sectors that are well engaged and where there is more to do.
