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Work-based learning > Quality, impact and what people say about us

The Adult Learner’s Inspectorate (ALI) inspectors visited our work based learning provision in County Durham, Norfolk and Berkshire in 2006 and following this visit include was named by ALI’s Chief Inspector, David Sherlock, as being in the top third of all providers inspected during the year. include received ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ inspection grades for every aspect of our training.

David Sherlock said:

I am delighted to be able to name include as one of this year’s outstanding providers. They have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to achieving the highest standards in the quality of training they offer. Learners can be confident that they will receive first-class support to reach their full potential. To be one of the top providers in the country is a tremendous achievement and a great credit to the team at include”.

include have an open door policy and are willing to give all referrals from Connexions a chance, unlike some e2e providers. include staff have a good relationship with Connexions staff………………...’

include has the ability/facility to reach those harder to reach groups.’

They offer ‘tailored’ support, help clients move into work/ find work experience placements and so reduce NEET figures for the area.’

They have positive links with various organisations and positive networking. include has a regular group of enthusiastic young people able to participate with volunteering events. They offer personal development for young people and opportunities to develop and enhance skills and experience, which may enhance learning and /or career opportunities.’

include gives young people some really great opportunities and I know that the young people really benefit and enjoy it (even if they don’t always show it at the time). The include staff should be praised for what they do and achieve. They do care about their users.

It has been a positive experience working with include. I look forward to future partnerships.’

E has been a fantastic volunteer, very interested in what she is doing. We are happy to have other volunteers within our setting but they do need to be interested in working with children, as this is a hard but rewarding profession.’

Measures of Impact

(These figures are based on programme delivery in 2005-2006).

  • Percentage attendance on programme - 81%
  • Average length on programme -19 weeks
  • Percentage completion of a programme -71%
  • Percentage positive destinations for programme leavers - 53%
  • Percentage of young people achieving recognised accreditation - 85%