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Apprenticeship Programmes
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Captiva Learning empowers trusts to maximise their apprenticeship levy, strengthen workforce strategy, and deliver sector-leading programmes—driving recruitment, retention, and succession while aligning learning to strategic goals and unlocking measurable, long-term value.
Our story
National College of Education – a journey shaped by learners and leaders. Built for change.
About National College of Education
Shaping the future of education, one learner at a time
The National College of Education was created to do more than deliver qualifications. We exist to empower educators — from aspiring support staff to experienced leaders — through professional development that’s relevant, accessible, and rooted in real school life. Our programmes build confidence, unlock progression, and strengthen the workforce that shapes the future.
Our impact
2383
Organisations
6965
Apprenticeship Starts
75.63%
Achievement Rate
£43,545,180
accessed training funds
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Find out what drives us, who we work with, and how we support real change all in one place.
Our mission, vision and values
We are guided by a simple mission that informs all our decision making
We believe that education is the nation’s single most effective lever in promoting social justice, equality of opportunity to all parts of society.
Mission
Our mission is to engage, empower, and inspire the next generation of professionals and leaders, supporting organisations to become deliberately developmental, through a culture lifelong learning.
Vision
We are creating a platform infrastructure that facilitates collaborative partnership networks and supports the delivery of exceptional professional education.
Values
We’re driven by our values of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, to disrupt and continuously improve professional education.
Our flexible learning approach is designed around the school day
You will gain leadership qualifications that are recognised nationally
Join almost 7,000 educators who’ve progressed with us
Our founding purpose
Empowering Trusts, and schools with Strategic Talent Solutions and Apprenticeship for all Staff
Our History and milestones
Still not sure if we’re right for you?
Let’s talk it through. Book a free consultation and we’ll help you explore your options. No pressure, just support.
Who we are
Our people are guided by our mission and the principles of servant leadership.
Our people are apprenticeship and education experts who partner with learners and employers to deliver meaningful impact. Guided by our founding purpose, they combine strategic insight with practical support—ensuring every apprenticeship drives value, growth, and transformation.
Our leadership team and governance board
David Cobb
CEO
Wayne Phillips
Deputy CEO
Jason Oster
COO
Ben Barton
CMO
Ruth Gilbert
Chair of Governors
Peta Young
Governor
Charlotte Petrie-Wood
Head of Quality
John Cobb
Head of Apprenticeship Delivery
Nikki McSharry
Head of Assessment
Zoe Reynolds
Head of MIS
Lisa Patient
Head of Apprenticeship Admissions
Hannah Green
Head of Marketing
