What Code Nation does

Code Nation is a UK-based digital and technical training provider founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chester with a registered office in London. It delivers training across coding, software development, data and analytics, artificial intelligence, process automation, cyber security, and digital transformation to two primary customer segments: individual learners seeking career entry or reskilling, and corporate employers seeking workforce upskilling, apprenticeships, and bespoke capability uplift.

Its product portfolio is delivered through multiple channels: Skills Bootcamps (4–14 weeks), Apprenticeships (including the Cyber Security Technologist L4 delivered with Trafford & Stockport College Group), Commercial and Bespoke corporate training, an L&D consulting practice, and a catalogue of 115+ Microsoft-certified courses spanning Azure, Data & AI, Modern Work, Infrastructure, Security, and Business Applications. The principal proprietary technology asset is attriDNA (rebranded from digiDNA in May 2025) — an online attribute-based diagnostic tool developed in collaboration with DSIT and industry specialists that assesses thinking styles, learning styles, and workplace readiness for digital roles. Courses are taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers across virtual and in-person modalities.

Code Nation generates revenue through one-time commercial training fees, multi-year apprenticeship and corporate contracts, government-funded Skills Bootcamps and Adult Skills Courses, Microsoft certification/exam fees, and a joint offering with Microsoft deployment specialist Valto. Following its May 2024 acquisition by Reed Global, Code Nation co-locates across Reed's 118 UK sites and 62 offices, leveraging Reed's recruitment infrastructure to offer an end-to-end 'train-and-place' proposition. Named customers span financial services (Metro Bank, Newcastle Building Society), retail (AO, Moonpig, Sofology), media (BBC, Sky, TalkTalk), defence (BAE Systems), and education/public sectors.

Name

Code Nation

Legal name

Code Nation Ltd

Website

https://wearecodenation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Code Nation is a UK-based digital and technical training provider offering bootcamps, apprenticeships, Microsoft-certified courses, and bespoke corporate training to individual learners and employers, operating as a Reed Global subsidiary since its May 2024 acquisition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Technical and Vocational Training Services

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Computer Training (611420), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Coding & Programming Learning Platforms (EDAFANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mobile, Web & UI Engineering (Frontend, Backend, APIs, Mobile) (EDABAFAM), Vendor/Authorized Certification Training (Microsoft/AWS/Cisco, etc.) (BPAEANAA), Information Technology (IT) & Cybersecurity Certifications (EDAAANAA), Basic Coding & Computational Thinking (EDAAAIAN)

Keywords

• Technical training services
• Software development bootcamps
• Apprenticeship programmes
• Microsoft certification training
• Digital skills training

Headquarters

HQ city

Chester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Commercial Training Programmes: Revenue from paid commercial training courses in AI, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data, and Process Automation delivered with practical, future-focused approach. Both individual and corporate enrolment options available.
2. Apprenticeship Programmes: Structured, work-based learning programmes integrated with professional development and tailored career progression pathways. Includes Cyber Security Technologist L4 Apprenticeship delivered in conjunction with educational partners.
3. Bespoke Corporate Training: Custom-built programmes aligned to customer technology platforms and business change initiatives. Delivered for enterprise clients requiring specific technology training.
4. Microsoft Certification Training: Revenue from delivering official Microsoft training and certifications. As a Microsoft Training Services Partner, Code Nation delivers courses across Azure, AI, Modern Work, Security, and Business Applications with associated exam and certification fees.
5. Valto Partnership Revenue: Joint training programmes and combined training offers with Valto, providing end-to-end solutions from technology deployment to tailored training for shared employer clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Code Nation is a UK-based digital and technical training provider offering industry-led courses in coding, software development, data analytics, AI, cybersecurity, and process automation. Its offerings include Skills Bootcamps, Apprenticeships (including the Cyber Security Technologist L4), Microsoft-accredited training (115+ courses), Bespoke Corporate Training, Adult Skills Courses, and the proprietary attriDNA attribute-based digital talent diagnostic. Training is delivered directly to individual learners and via corporate employer engagements, with funding support from government Skills Bootcamp programmes.

Product overview

Code Nation is a digital and technical training provider offering a comprehensive suite of technology education solutions. The core offering includes attriDNA (a proprietary digital talent diagnostic tool), Microsoft-certified training courses (115+ courses across Azure, AI, Security, and Business Applications), Skills Bootcamps, Apprenticeships, Adult Skills Courses, Commercial Training, Bespoke Training, and L&D Consulting. The company operates as a full-service learning and development provider, connecting training outcomes directly with employability and supporting organisations to meet workforce demands through industry-aligned curriculum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• attriDNA: A groundbreaking online tool designed to identify core attributes essential for success in digital roles. Developed in collaboration with DSIT, industry leaders and testing specialists, attriDNA helps individuals identify potential and supports employers in identifying talent and accelerating digital transformation.

Products and services

• attriDNA Proprietary online diagnostic tool that identifies core attributes essential for success in digital roles (e.g., Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Software Developer, Cyber Security Analyst). Developed with DSIT and industry specialists; usable by individuals and employers to identify and unlock digital potential.
• Microsoft Training Courses Officially accredited Microsoft training and certifications delivered by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) across Azure, AI, Modern Work, Security, and Business Applications. 115+ courses offered with 1-5 day durations and credentials including Exam/Certification or Applied Skills Assessment.
• Skills Bootcamps Accelerated training programmes for rapid upskilling and reskilling, tightly linked to employer demand and real job opportunities. Includes software development, cybersecurity, data analytics, and AI bootcamps ranging from 4 to 14 weeks. Government-funded Skills Bootcamps available throughout the UK.
• Apprenticeships Structured, work-based learning programmes integrated with professional development and tailored career progression pathways. Includes the Cyber Security Technologist L4 Apprenticeship delivered in conjunction with Trafford & Stockport College Group.
• Adult Skills Courses Fully funded, inclusive training designed to transition unemployed adults into tech careers. Part of government-funded Adult Skills Courses initiatives.
• Commercial Training Practical, future-focused commercial training courses in AI, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Data, and Process Automation for organisations seeking workforce development. Available to both individuals and corporate enrolments.
• Bespoke Corporate Training Custom-built programmes aligned to customer technology platforms and business change initiatives, delivered to drive ROI and capability uplift for enterprise clients.
• L&D Consulting Strategic advisory across the full learning lifecycle, aligned to workforce and transformation goals. Includes Training Needs Analysis (TNA) through to implementation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.66 out of 5 delegate satisfaction score (exceeding Microsoft's 4.25 benchmark)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• ValtoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 August 2025Strategic partnership between Code Nation and Valto built around shared commitment to advancing digital skills and workforce learning. Code Nation brings Ofsted 'Good' provider status and Microsoft Training Services Partner credentials while Valto provides deep expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and Copilot deployment. Partnership offers employers end-to-end solutions from technology deployment to tailored training with faster adoption and better ROI on Microsoft investments.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or Integration · 15 May 2025Code Nation Limited (MAICPP ID: 6950021) became an official member of the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program and certified Microsoft Training Services Partner. This partnership provides access to official Microsoft courseware, exclusive product licences, discounted exam vouchers, and partner-only resources including instructor guides and preview features. Training delivered by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) across Azure, AI, Modern Work, Security, and Business Applications.
• Trafford & Stockport College GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership for delivery of Cyber Security Technologist L4 Apprenticeship. Code Nation delivers the apprenticeship programme in conjunction with the college group, combining industry training with accredited qualifications.
• DSIT (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDSIT collaborated with Code Nation in developing attriDNA, the proprietary digital skills diagnostic tool. attriDNA was developed in collaboration with DSIT, industry leaders and testing specialists.
• GrayceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGrayce offers the Grow with Grayce Scholarship for Women in Technology, providing funding for Code Nation bootcamp participants. Graduate Anam Asif was offered a provisional position with Grayce as a technical analyst through their Tech+ development programme. Code Nation and Grayce collaborate on initiatives supporting women entering the technology sector.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• General Assembly: Global provider of bootcamps and short courses in coding, data, UX and digital marketing with a UK presence. Directly comparable to Code Nation's individual-learner bootcamp GTM and career-transition focus.
• Le Wagon: International coding bootcamp with London and other UK locations offering full-stack web development and data science programmes. Comparable as a bootcamp-format competitor targeting individual learners and career changers.
• Makers Academy: UK-based coding bootcamp offering full-stack web development and JavaScript programmes for career changers. Directly comparable to Code Nation's software development bootcamps and apprenticeship-style pathways in the same UK market.
• Firebrand Training: UK-based accelerated IT and vendor certification training provider covering Microsoft, AWS, Cisco and cybersecurity tracks. Closely comparable to Code Nation's Microsoft Training Services Partner catalogue and accelerated bootcamp-style delivery.
• Northcoders: Manchester-based coding bootcamp and apprenticeship provider delivering software development, data engineering and cloud training. Comparable to Code Nation's North West UK footprint, apprenticeship offerings and employer-led delivery model.
• Corndel: UK-based professional training provider focused on leadership, data and digital apprenticeships for corporate clients. Comparable in apprenticeship delivery model and corporate-funded revenue mix.
• QA Ltd: UK-headquartered technology training and apprenticeship provider with extensive Microsoft, cloud and cyber curricula and a large corporate client base. Highly comparable in scale, breadth of vendor certifications and apprenticeship programmes.

Broad incumbents

• AND Digital: UK tech consultancy that combines digital skills training (AND Academy) with software delivery. Comparable as a broader digital training and talent provider, though primarily a consultancy rather than a pure training specialist.
• Capita Learning: UK learning services arm of Capita delivering apprenticeships, professional training and digital skills programmes to public and private sector employers. Comparable as a large-scale UK training services provider with apprenticeship and public sector exposure.

Emerging players

• Pluralsight: US-headquartered technology skills platform offering online courses and skill assessments for IT professionals. Comparable on the technology training and assessment side (akin to attriDNA), though predominantly self-paced and subscription-based.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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