The plan aims to create a connected and data-informed sector with stakeholders who proactively engage with and serve Greater Manchester communities, supporting local residents to live well through education and access to physical activity and sport. In collaboration with local employers, education providers, local authorities and employability-focused organisations, the Chartered Institute for the Management of…

GMLPN is proud to announce that it has signed the Get the Nation Learning Charter, joining a growing movement of organisations across the country committed to promoting lifelong learning and opening up opportunities for people of all ages. The Get the Nation Learning Charter is part of the national Get the Nation Learning initiative, led…

Meet the GM Skills 2025 Awards Winners The GM Skills Awards 2025 took place on Thursday, 3rd of July at The Monastery Manchester, bringing together apprentices, employers, and support teams to celebrate outstanding achievements. The event also highlighted the strong partnership between ourselves at Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) and the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC). By…

System People Ltd, an apprenticeship training provider, has joined GMLPN. System People Ltd are an independent education recruitment agency based in Carlisle, serving clients across Cumbria. They specialise in placing professionals such as teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, lecturers, trainers/assessors, and administrators in various educational settings. They are also an apprenticeship training provider and since…

A powerful new collaboration is underway as regional provider networks from across England launch the Networks of Providers: Community of Practice – an ambitious initiative designed to enhance cooperation, foster innovation, and share best practices across the post-16 education, training, and skills sector. The initiative, led by founding members including Yorkshire Learning Providers, the Devon…

The shortlists for the Greater Manchester (GM) Skills Awards 2025 have been confirmed! The award aim to celebrate excellence in the Further Education and Skills Sector in Greater Manchester, with the inaugural awards taking place on the 3rd July 2025, at the Manchester Monastery.  The awards are a partnership between the Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network…

The Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is delighted to announce that Robin Lindsay, Quality of Education Director at North Lancs Training Group (NLTG), has joined the GMLPN Advisory Board. With over two decades of experience in the education and training sector, Robin Lindsay brings extensive expertise in quality assurance, curriculum development, and learner progression….