Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Billy Darroch as a new Board Member (Director). Billy brings extensive experience from across the education, skills, employability, and VCSFE sectors, and will play a key role in supporting GMLPN’s continued development of community membership and engagement. Billy is deeply embedded in…
Last week, members came together for our first Quality Exchange of the year to unpack early experiences of the new Ofsted inspection framework. Providers shared what the revised process really looks like in practice – from the new report cards and grading scale to how Inclusion is now inspected as a graded area. We also…
The Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN), in partnership with Manchester: A UNESCO City of Lifelong Learning, is delighted to announce the appointment of Sally Green, Head of Specialist Provision at Tameside College, as the new Chair of the SEND Exchange. GMLPN Exchanges are collaborative initiatives that bring together education and training providers across Greater…
Two Years In — and More Important Than Ever The Greater Manchester Maths Ambassador Exchange has been running for two years, quietly building a community of people who care about maths, confidence and inclusion across the post-16 education sector. During that time, one thing has become increasingly clear:maths is not just a curriculum issue, it’s…
We are proud to announce that we have joined the Workforce Digital Skills Charter, a major initiative led by FutureDotNow to tackle the essential digital skills gap among working-age adults in the UK. The Charter unites employers around a shared mission: to close the critical digital skills gap and build a future-fit workforce. With nearly…
As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, Manchester Met will be exploring the evolving landscape of degree apprenticeships. Join their employer-focused event to learn how you can future-proof your company’s training and talent pipelines. The day will feature inspiring keynote speakers, engaging discussions, and opportunities to connect with leaders in the apprenticeship sector. This event…
The Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is proud to announce the launch of GMLPN25, a year-long campaign of celebration, reflection, and future-focused activity across 2026, marking 25 years of championing learning, skills, and collaboration across Greater Manchester. Founded in 2001, GMLPN has spent a quarter of a century supporting training providers, strengthening partnerships, and…
Future Fit Training, a leading training provider, has joined GMLPN. Future Fit is a forward-thinking training provider committed to shaping the future of health, fitness, and wellbeing education. With a focus on innovation, accessibility, and high-quality learning experiences, the company continues to equip professionals with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving industry. From…
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