Group Horizon are committed in offering the best training available. So, to show our commitment we have achieved some of the most thorough industry recognised accreditations available.
Ofsted ‘Good’
After an inspection in December 2019, Ofsted rated us as ‘Good’ in all areas. To read our full report please visit the ‘News’ section of our website.
ESFA
The ESFA brings together the former responsibilities of the Education Funding Agency (EFA) and Skills Funding Agency (SFA) to create a single agency accountable for funding education and skills for children, young people and adults.
Matrix Standard
The matrix Standard is the unique quality framework for organisations to assess and measure their information, advice and/or guidance services, which ultimately supports individuals in their choice of career, learning, work and life goals.
Apprenticeships
Group Horizon are listed on RoATP (Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers) and as such have been assessed by the ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency) through a process of due diligence, quality and financial health checks to ensure our capability to deliver high-quality apprenticeship training.
ESF
The European Social Fund (ESF) is the European Union ‘s main financial instrument for supporting employment in the member states of the European Union as well as promoting economic and social cohesion.
CMI
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is an accredited professional institution for management based in the United Kingdom. CMI qualifications are for managers and leaders at any level, and they remain the only Awarding Body able to award Chartered Manager status.
Pearson
Pearson is one of the world’s learning companies, with expertise in educational courseware and assessment, and a range of teaching and learning services powered by technology.
CITB
CITB are the Industry Training Board and a partner in the Sector Skills Council for the construction industry in England, Scotland and Wales. It’s CITB job to work with industry to encourage training, which helps build a safe, professional and fully qualified workforce.
City & Guilds
City & Guilds are a leading skills development organisation. Their qualifications are valued by employers across the world.
EAL
EAL is a specialist skills partner and awarding organisation for industry. EAL works closely with professional institutes and industry bodies in the sectors we serve to ensure we are providing the best possible qualifications for learners and employers in the UK.
NCFE
NCFE is a national Awarding Organisation which develops and certificates diverse, nationally recognised qualifications and awards. NCFE offer a wide range of general and vocationally related qualifications, as well as Competence Based and Functional Skills qualifications.
CILT
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK is the membership organisation for United Kingdom professionals involved in the movement of goods and people and their associated supply chains.
Cyber Essentials
This certification show that Group Horizon have the necessary defences will protect against the vast majority of common cyber attacks.
British Safety Council
The British Safety Council leads health and safety networking forums for all sectors, and facilitates and promotes best practice in Britain and overseas.
NOCN
NOCN Group includes business units specialising in regulated UK and international qualifications, End Point Assessment, Access to Higher Education, assured short courses, SMART job cards, assessment services, consultancy, and research.
TQUK
TQUK (Training Qualifications UK) is recognised as a leader in providing vocational and professional qualifications to colleges and private training providers in Education & Training, Social Care, and Health.
BCIA
The BCIA is a single voice, representing a growing and dynamic building controls and BEMS sector in the UK. It has a number of key functions that support its members and the wider industry.
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP)
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) is a national membership body, proudly representing around 800 organisations.