ELA Training Services

What ELA Training Services does

ELA Training Services (legal entity: Education & Learning Academy Limited) is a privately held, UK-based independent vocational training provider headquartered in Egham, Surrey. The company delivers apprenticeships, diplomas, and accredited short courses to adult learners across England, primarily through remote online delivery, covering five sectors: Early Years, Health and Adult Social Care, Residential Childcare, Hospitality, and Business. Qualifications span Level 2 through Level 5 and are accredited by NCFE CACHE, TQUK, APM, PeopleCert, City & Guilds, and Highfield, with the most recent Ofsted inspection (June-September 2024) judging the provider 'Good' across all areas.

The product portfolio is organised into three layers. Apprenticeship programmes (Level 3-5) cover AI and Business tracks (including Data Technician, Cyber Security Technician, Network Engineer, Data Analyst, Associate Project Manager, Coaching Professional, and L&D Consultant Business Partner), Early Years, Health & Social Care, Hospitality, and Residential Childcare. Diploma programmes (Level 2-5) serve Early Years, Health & Social Care, and Residential Childcare learners. Short courses include APM PFQ, APM PMQ (75% pass rate vs 63% national benchmark), PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner (7th Edition), and a suite of Level 2-3 specialist certificates in autism, dementia care, mental health, safeguarding, nutrition, diabetes care, infection control, and falls prevention. Delivery uses Microsoft Teams for live online sessions and e-portfolio systems for progress tracking; no proprietary technology platform or AI/ML capability is disclosed.

Revenue is generated through three streams: (1) government-funded apprenticeship training accessed via the Apprenticeship Levy for levy-paying employers and 95/5 co-investment for non-levy employers, typically structured as multi-year contracts; (2) diploma and qualification fees funded through the Adult Education Budget for eligible adults aged 19+ or paid by individual learners; and (3) packaged short-course fees for PRINCE2, APM PFQ, and APM PMQ, sold as one-time programmes including exam vouchers, e-books, and resit guarantees. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company is independently owned with no parent entity, institutional investors, or subsidiaries identified, and operates a single UK office with national remote delivery.

Name

ELA Training Services

Legal name

Education & Learning Academy Limited

Website

https://ela-training.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ELA Training Services (Education & Learning Academy Limited) is a UK-based independent vocational training provider delivering Ofsted-rated apprenticeships, diplomas, and accredited short courses across Early Years, Health & Social Care, Residential Childcare, Hospitality, and Business to adult learners across England.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Training and Apprenticeship Services

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

In-Service Professional Development (Workshops/Institutes/Short Courses) (EDACAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

ECE Leadership & Administration Training (Directors/Owners/Supervisors) (EDACAIAD), Pre-Service ECE Credential Programs (Certificates/Diplomas/Degrees) (EDACAIAA)

Keywords

• Vocational training services
• Apprenticeship programmes
• Early years qualifications
• Health social care training
• Project management certifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Egham

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

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. Apprenticeship Training: ELA delivers government-funded apprenticeships where training costs are co-funded between employers (via Apprenticeship Levy or co-investment) and government contributions. Apprenticeship programmes span Level 2 to Level 5 across Early Years, Health & Social Care, Business Administration, IT, and Leadership.
2. Diploma Courses: Nationally recognised qualifications from NCFE CACHE, TQUK, and other awarding bodies. Revenue generated through course fees funded via Adult Education Budget or individual payment.
3. Short Courses (Business/Project Management): Accredited short courses in project management (APM PFQ, APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner) delivered online with exam fees included. Revenue from course fees paid by individuals or sponsoring employers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ELA Training Services is a UK-based independent training provider that delivers government-funded apprenticeships, nationally recognised diplomas, and accredited short courses across five sectors: Early Years, Health and Adult Social Care, Residential Childcare, Hospitality, and Business. Programmes span Level 2 to Level 5 qualifications, including project management certifications (APM PFQ, APM PMQ, PRINCE2 7th Edition) and specialist care short courses, delivered primarily online via Microsoft Teams with dedicated personal tutoring.

Product overview

ELA Training Services (Education & Learning Academy) is a UK-based training provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of vocational education programmes across five sectors: Early Years, Health and Adult Social Care, Residential Childcare, Hospitality, and Business. The offering consists of apprenticeship programmes at Levels 3-5 (including AI and Business, Early Years, Health & Social Care, and Residential Childcare tracks), diploma programmes at Levels 2-5, and short courses in project management (APM PFQ, APM PMQ, PRINCE2 7th Edition) and health/social care specialisations (autism, dementia care, mental health, safeguarding, nutrition, diabetes care, infection control, and more). The portfolio is unified by flexible online delivery via Microsoft Teams, personalised tutoring, and accreditation from leading awarding bodies including NCFE CACHE, TQUK, APM, and PeopleCert.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Years Apprenticeships Apprenticeships for early years practitioners from intermediate to higher levels, supporting career entry and progression in childcare settings, including the Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner apprenticeship.
• Early Years Diplomas Level 2-5 diplomas for early years practitioners covering child development, safeguarding, pedagogy, and leadership.
• Health & Social Care Apprenticeships Apprenticeships covering health and adult social care at multiple levels, from clinical support to leadership roles, including the Level 5 Leadership and Management in Adult Care apprenticeship.
• Health & Social Care Diplomas Level 2-5 diplomas for health and adult social care professionals, covering clinical skills, leadership, and person-centred practice.
• Residential Childcare Apprenticeships Apprenticeships for professionals supporting children and young people in residential care environments.
• Residential Childcare Diplomas Diplomas for professionals working with children and young people in residential care settings.
• Hospitality Apprenticeships Apprenticeship programmes for the hospitality sector supporting skill development and career progression.
• AI and Business Apprenticeships A suite of apprenticeship programmes covering AI leadership, data technology, cyber security, business administration, and project management at Levels 3-5, including Level 3 Business Administration, Level 3 Data Technician, Level 3 Cyber Security Technician, Level 4 Associate Project Manager, Level 4 Data Analyst, Level 4 Network Engineer, Level 5 Coaching Professional, and Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeships.
• Early Years & Health and Social Care Short Courses Level 2-3 certificates and awards covering autism, dementia care, mental health, safeguarding, nutrition, infection control, behaviour management, falls prevention, end-of-life care, mental capacity, diabetes care, and education and training. Includes NCFE CACHE and TQUK accredited qualifications.
• APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) Entry-level project management certification covering core principles, planning, scheduling, risk, and teamwork. SCQF Level 6/RQF Level 3, accredited by the Association for Project Management (APM).
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) Internationally recognised project management certification from the Association for Project Management, covering governance, planning, risk, leadership, and transition management. ELA reports a 75% pass rate versus the 63% national benchmark.
• PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner (7th Edition) Globally recognised project management qualification covering PRINCE2 methodology including people management, digital tools, and sustainability. Includes Foundation and Practitioner levels with exam preparation, online live exam voucher, e-book, support materials, mock exam papers, online mock exam, and free resit if needed.

Quantifiable outcome

• 75% of PMQ learners achieve qualification compared to 63% national benchmark
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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API docs

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• NCFE CACHEcoreOthersMajor awarding body for Early Years and Health & Social Care qualifications. NCFE CACHE (Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education) provides accreditation for multiple ELA courses including Level 2 Certificates in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent, and Introduction to Caring for Children and Young People.
• TQUKcoreOthersAccredited awarding organisation providing qualifications across health, care, and business sectors. TQUK accredits multiple ELA courses including Dementia Care, Mental Health, Nutrition & Health, Diabetes Care, Falls Prevention, and End of Life Care qualifications.
• APM (Association for Project Management)coreOthersProfessional body for project management. APM provides accreditation for ELA's Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) and Project Management Qualification (PMQ). ELA is an APM accredited training provider.
• PeopleCertcoreOthersInternational awarding body for professional certifications. PeopleCert accredits ELA's PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner courses (7th Edition). ELA is a PeopleCert Accredited Training Organisation.
• AELP (Association of Employment and Learning Providers)coreOthersTrade association representing the further education and training sector. ELA is a member of AELP, indicating commitment to industry standards and professional development in the apprenticeship and training sector.
• City & GuildssupportingOthersMajor UK awarding body (logo visible on website partnerships section). Provides accreditation for vocational qualifications across various sectors.
• HighfieldsupportingOthersAwarding organisation (logo visible on website partnerships section). Provides regulated qualifications in hospitality, health and safety, and other sectors.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Remit Training: Independent UK apprenticeship provider operating across care, early years, business and management. Directly comparable in funding model (Apprenticeship Levy/AEB), customer type (employers and individual adult learners), and sector coverage.
• Babington Group: UK independent training provider offering apprenticeships, diplomas and short courses across early years, adult care, business administration and digital — almost identical sector portfolio to ELA, funded through the same Apprenticeship Levy/AEB mechanisms.
• Lifetime Training: One of the largest UK independent apprenticeship providers, active in early years, health & social care, business and digital, with national remote delivery. Direct overlap in target learner segments, awarding body partnerships, and funding model.
• HIT Training: UK apprenticeship specialist with deep presence in hospitality and adult care — two sectors ELA also targets. Both compete for the same Apprenticeship Levy-funded employer accounts and use similar NCFE/TQUK-accredited qualifications.
• Qube Learning: UK independent training provider delivering apprenticeships and vocational qualifications across care, early years, business and digital sectors. Comparable in scale, sector mix and reliance on Apprenticeship Levy funding.

Emerging players

• Mindful Education: Digital-first UK training provider combining online learning with on-the-job apprenticeship delivery. Comparable in apprenticeship categories (AAT, business, professional services) and remote delivery model, but with a stronger proprietary digital platform.

Broad incumbents

• BPP: Large established UK professional education group offering apprenticeships (including Level 7), professional qualifications and short courses across business, law and finance. Overlaps with ELA's project management and leadership apprenticeship offerings and competes for the same Levy-paying employers.
• Kaplan UK: Major UK professional training provider (part of Kaplan International) with apprenticeships, professional qualifications and short courses across business, finance and public sectors. Broad overlap in apprenticeship categories and employer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ela_training
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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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