The Ofsted report, published today 1 July, following an inspection in June, also praises the University’s apprenticeship offering for being well suited to SEND learners. 
Greenwich has a number of popular apprenticeship programmes across a wide range of subjects including building, engineering, healthcare and science
University of Greenwich apprenticeships let learners combine studying with practical training and also enables employers to train and retain high-quality employees who can drive their businesses forward.
Professor Jane Harrington, Vice-Chancellor and CEO of the University of Greenwich said:
“As a university that is committed to real world impact and meaningful change to the lives of our students, it gives me great pride receive this positive reflection of our apprenticeship provision.
“I would like to take this moment to congratulate the many Greenwich staff who worked so hard to make this happen.”
Gianina Harvey-Brewin, Associate Director, Employability & Apprenticeships, at the University of Greenwich said:
"We’re proud that Ofsted has recognised the strength and impact of our apprenticeship programmes.
“These results reflect the dedication of our academic and professional teams, the commitment of our employer partners, and the achievements of our apprentices themselves.
“As a university, we’re focused on opening up opportunity and building skills that make a real difference in the workplace – and this report affirms we’re on the right track."
Anna McMenamin, Associate Director for Apprenticeship Development and Ofsted nominee;
“We work hard to provide our apprentices with high-quality teaching and learning and we truly value the strong relationships we’ve built with employers to support their apprentices.
I am delighted that the Ofsted report recognises the many strengths of our provision, which we are naturally proud of. We remain committed to building on these strengths to ensure every apprentice gains the knowledge, skills and behaviours to fulfil their potential and continue to make an impactful contribution to their respective organisations.”
The report from OFSTED, following an on-site inspection highlighted several positive aspects of the provision:
- Apprentices value the supportive environment that they experience, where they learn from knowledgeable lecturers who are passionate about their subjects.
- Leaders have a clear aim to help people from a range of backgrounds take part in higher education.
- As a result of their training, many apprentices gain promotions at work.
- Apprentices with SEND achieve as well as their peers.
- Lecturers plan their courses effectively and teach them in an appropriate order... Apprentices build on their knowledge over time and learn to apply it in more complex situations.
Learn more about apprenticeships at Greenwich here.
