Apprenticeships for over 25 years
Helping businesses and learners to achieve excellence through quality education.
Straight A Training strive to support employers and learners with their training and apprenticeship needs, providing advice and guidance to ensure the best for their business and an individual’s social mobility and career progression.

in a diverse range of sectors
Straight A Training are an independent, nationwide Apprenticeship Training Provider, rated as 'Good' by Ofsted. We specialise in the following sectors: Business, Hospitality and Catering, Facilities Management, Learning and Development, Leadership and Management and Marketing. We also provide a wide range of bespoke courses for employers based on their individual needs.
Hospitality & Catering
Business Management
Facilities Management
Marketing
Learning & Development
Leadership & Management
we achieve and succeed with experience
With an in-depth knowledge of funding and a range of partners, Straight A can help employers to identify learning needs and then deliver cost effective, and funded or bespoke, learning.
Graded as Good in 2020 Ofsted describes our tutors as “highly-skilled” and “offering very effective advice and guidance to help ensure that learners work towards the qualifications best suited to their individual career aspirations." The 2020 Ofsted report can be viewed here.
Straight A can also help individuals to access apprenticeship vacancies and qualifications through our employer partnerships. Learners have the reassurance of knowing that they are in safe hands from that very first contact, right through to achieving a full qualification and gaining the knowledge and experience to support their existing career paths or embark on a new and exciting journey.

training since 1999
Started in 1999 by Jayne Raftery and Mathew Nutt, who are still actively involved in all aspects of the business, Straight A has grown robustly and consistently and today has a multi-cultural team of dedicated tutors helping learners achieve qualifications in a range of sectors and occupations as defined by the apprenticeship standards.
Working with a variety of businesses ranging from high profile market leaders to start ups and small businesses, the team strive to share their expertise and ensure that every learner benefits from one-to-one guidance to achieve their qualifications, whatever stage of their career they may be at.

To inspire people to learn and to become the best they can be.
The fantastic and varied list of clients we work with include companies such as:

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Lois Hills
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
Anchusa Care
Since starting my Business Administrator apprenticeship I have gradually taken on more responsibility and learnt various new tasks such as enhancement of general skills, problem-solving, project management, conducting myself professionally and producing records. I left this apprenticeship with a formal business qualification, enabling me to earn a higher wage and secure a permanent position. As well as this there is a good opportunity to up skill with Maths and English, if need be. Achieving this apprenticeship has now enabled me to be promoted internally.
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Carly Pinnick
Learning & Development Consultant Business partner Level 5 Apprentice
MidKent College
Completing the Learning and Development apprenticeship has been a transformative experience. The comprehensive curriculum provided me with practical skills and in-depth knowledge, empowering me to effectively support and enhance workplace learning. The mentorship and hands-on projects helped bridge theory with real-world applications, boosting my confidence and career readiness. I am now well-equipped to foster growth and drive success in my organisation. I highly recommend this apprenticeship, and Straight A Training, to anyone eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of learning and development.

Chris Scanlon
Facilities Management Level 4 Apprentice
JLL
I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for my tutor's invaluable support throughout my Level 4 Facilities Management Apprenticeship. The collaboration with my tutor and Straight A Training has been fantastic, and I am deeply grateful for their guidance, expertise, and unwavering support. With their assistance, I excelled in Level 4 in Facilities Management, achieving a distinction that I attribute entirely to their profound knowledge and dedication.
It is essential to highlight that my tutor provided exceptional guidance, helping me decipher complex questions and ensuring I fully grasped the requirements. I am eternally grateful for this. The guidance from Straight A has significantly contributed to my professional development, resulting in multiple role changes within JLL.
I am grateful for this guidance and support from Straight A Training.

Ella Currie
Commis Chef Level 2 Apprentice
Riddle and Finns
During my apprenticeship programme with Straight A, my tutor Sally provided excellent advice and guidance on how best to succeed in my course.
She structured meetings centred around gaps in my knowledge and provided great feedback, I always felt completely supported and looked after during my apprenticeship. Overall, my time with Straight A Training has been massively helpful towards my career in the future and my distinction grade would not have been possible without Sally's help and knowledge.

Ebo Aidoo Annan
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
Issac Newton Academy
I enrolled with Straight A to achieve Business Administrator level 3. The online enrolment process was very straight forward.
Initially, I thought it was going to be a challenge completing my course alongside my job but with Beata's support, I was able to complete my apprenticeship. I am extremely happy and satisfied with Straight A and most especially with Beata's guidance, I could not have done it without her. I would highly recommend Straight A to any future apprentice.

Sofia Martorana
Marketing Assistant Level 3 Apprentice
Clarion Housing Group
My experience with Straight A Training throughout my Marketing Assistant apprenticeship has been incredibly rewarding. The programme was both enjoyable and challenging, pushing me to develop my skills and grow professionally.
My tutors have always been so supportive, providing invaluable guidance and encouragement every step of the way. The training was highly beneficial, equipping me with the knowledge and confidence to excel in my marketing career. I’m truly grateful for their expertise and would highly recommend Straight A Training to anyone considering an apprenticeship!

Katie Quantrell
Event Assistant Level 3 Apprentice
Bale's Buddies Dog Therapy
I am currently completing the Event Assistant level 3 apprenticeship with Straight A. My tutor has been nothing but helpful and dedicated to helping me complete my assignments and tasks. Straight A have made working and learning on the job simple and easy. I have thoroughly enjoyed working towards my Event Assistant apprenticeship.

Victor Veloso
Hospitality Manager Level 4 Apprentice
Birchgrove
Doing an apprenticeship with Straight A Training has been massively enjoyable. I had access to all of the correct materials and guidance throughout, and I had constant support from my tutor, especially during the final stages of the course.
My apprenticeship has not only taught me new skills that I will use in my career but also re-affirmed skills I already have. I recommend Straight A Training for anyone thinking about bettering themselves.
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Magdalena Nedeljkovic
Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprentice
Shangri-La The Shard, London
My Apprenticeship has helped me tremendously in many ways, not only professionally but personally as well. I have got to learn a lot about business itself and how to provide the best customer service to the clients, which is the most important thing in my role as a Coordinator in the Hospitality Industry. Also, it has helped me learn a lot about myself and made me realise what my strengths and weaknesses are and what I should keep working on.
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Sofia Millen
Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprentice
Sure Wise ltd
Completing the Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 apprenticeship with Straight A Training has been both challenging and incredibly rewarding. When I began, I had limited knowledge of the industry, but through hands-on experience and support and guidance from my tutor, Sally, I was able to gain valuable skills and confidence. Achieving a distinction in all of my assessments was a proud moment for me, and I’m thrilled to have secured a full-time position in the insurance industry as a Customer Service Advisor.
The support and resources from Straight A Training made all the difference in reaching my goals.
I’m excited to carry these skills forward as I start my career!

Poppy Bailey
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
Bronze Mechanical Handling Ltd
Over the course of my apprenticeship programme at Bronze Mechanical Handling, I have had the opportunity to seamlessly join the business world and learn new skills, and pursue my qualifications within that environment. It has felt so rewarding working so hard with my tutor Yoana, who has constantly pushed me to do my best and in the end, achieve the results I dreamed about!
This apprenticeship with Straight A Training allowed me to experience real-world projects within Bronze, boosting my confidence in not only my coursework but also my everyday tasks at Bronze. My communication skills with external and internal stakeholders were enhanced with this course, along with my time management and organisation abilities all because I had the hands-on opportunities within this course. It has boosted my career achievements and will allow me to go further in the future with the results I have achieved.

Diana Morosan
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
Clipfine
For the past year, I have studied Business Administrator Level 3. Having regular meetings with my tutor has made the handbook study and tasks seem super simple and smooth. The mocks I had before the final EPA interview and presentation have been so helpful to me. This has made the stress I usually have before any exams non-existent.

Leah Champ
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprentice
Fraser Hollands Solicitors





