What HIGHFIELD ELEARNING LIMITED does

Highfield e Learning Limited operates the Highfield Online Training (HOT) platform, a UK-based e-learning business selling accredited compliance and work-based training courses to individuals, SMBs, and enterprises across eight verticals: Business/Office, Construction, Education, Event Management, Healthcare, Hospitality/Food Service, Manufacturing, and Retail. The company is a private limited subsidiary of the Highfield Group, a 30+ year-old compliance and work-based training conglomerate that also encompasses Highfield Qualifications, Highfield Products, and Highfield Assessment.

The core product is the Highfield LMS, a cloud-based learning management system offering real-time progress tracking, customisable reporting, learner management, and instant digital certification. The platform hosts a catalogue of over 30 online courses covering Health and Safety (Levels 1-3), Food Safety and HACCP (Levels 1-3), First Aid (Emergency, Full, and Paediatric), Construction Safety and CSCS, Mental Health, Equality and Diversity, GDPR, Fraud Prevention, Phishing, Modern Slavery, Sexual Harassment, and a newer HOT Lite micro-teach format covering emerging topics such as Generative AI Awareness. Content is aligned to Ofqual regulated qualifications and authored by subject matter experts including named family members (Richard Sprenger, Jason Sprenger, Christian Sprenger). The platform is multi-device compatible, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, PCI DSS, and GDPR compliant.

Commercially, Highfield runs a self-serve PLG e-commerce funnel with per-learner pricing tiered by volume (1-9, 10-19, 20-99, 100+ licences), supplemented by a partner/reseller channel with exclusive discounts, a recognised training provider network for regulated exam delivery, and a bespoke e-learning development service for customised content. Course prices range from free introductory modules to £175 for Food Safety Level 3. Distribution is direct via highfieldelearning.com plus partner resellers and integration partners; geographically, the operating base is in Doncaster, England (two offices), with content claimed to be used globally by training providers and employers. Revenue, headcount, and funding are not publicly disclosed.

Name

HIGHFIELD ELEARNING LIMITED

Legal name

Highfield e Learning Limited

Website

https://highfieldelearning.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Highfield e Learning Limited operates the Highfield Online Training (HOT) platform, a UK-based cloud LMS selling accredited compliance courses in health and safety, food safety, first aid, construction, and workplace culture to individuals, SMBs, and training providers across multiple verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

E-Learning Compliance Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Vertical/Industry-Specific LMS (e.g., Healthcare, Safety, Aviation, Government) (EDAFAAAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Corporate & Workforce eLearning Modules (EDAGAEAC), Assessment-Integrated eLearning & Practice Modules (EDAGAEAE), Food Safety, Sanitation & HACCP Training (EDAOAKAG), Sales & Customer Service Training (EDAGANAC)

Keywords

• Compliance e-learning
• Online training courses
• Learning management system
• Workplace safety training
• Regulated qualifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Doncaster

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Course Licensing: Per-learner licensing with tiered volume discounts. Individual courses purchased at various price points with discounts for bulk purchases (e.g., 1-9, 10-19, 20-99, 100+ licences)
2. LMS Platform Services: Learning management platform for businesses to deliver and track compliance training with reporting and certificate management
3. Bespoke Course Development: Custom e-learning solutions where courses are modified or completely bespoke products created for specific client needs
4. Partner/Reseller Revenue: Network of resellers, referrals and integration partners who distribute Highfield courses with exclusive discounts

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Highfield Elearning Limited sells accredited online compliance training courses and a proprietary cloud-based Learning Management System (Highfield LMS) to businesses and individual learners worldwide. Its portfolio spans health & safety, food safety, first aid, HACCP, construction safety, mental health, equality & diversity, GDPR and other workplace compliance topics, delivered via multi-device e-learning with instant digital certification. The company also offers bespoke course development and partners with resellers to distribute its content.

Product overview

Highfield Elearning Limited operates a unified e-learning platform offering compliance and professional training courses. The core product is the Highfield LMS (Learning Management System), which provides cloud-based course delivery, learner tracking, and certification management. The portfolio includes bespoke e-learning solutions as a customisation add-on, plus a comprehensive library of over 30 online courses spanning Health and Safety (Levels 1-3), Food Safety (Levels 1-3), First Aid (Emergency, Full, Paediatric), HACCP, Construction Safety, Mental Health, Equality and Diversity, GDPR, Fraud Prevention, Cyber Security (Phishing Awareness), Communication Skills, and various workplace compliance topics. The platform is multi-device compatible, offers volume pricing for organisations, and provides digital certificates upon course completion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Highfield Online Training (HOT): Online training platform offering accredited compliance courses across multiple sectors including business, construction, education, event management, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail.

Products and services

• Highfield LMS Cloud-based Learning Management System for businesses to deliver and track compliance training. Provides streamlined user access, real-time progress tracking, customisable reporting tools, instant certification, and built-in learner management tools for organisations of all sizes.
• Bespoke E-Learning Solutions Customised online training service that modifies existing Highfield courses or creates fully bespoke products tailored to specific organisational needs and learner requirements.
• Health and Safety Level 2 Online health and safety fundamentals course covering slips, trips and falls, legal responsibilities, risk assessment, COSHH, workplace welfare, work equipment, first aid, manual handling and fire safety. Average completion time 2-4 hours.
• Health and Safety Level 1 Introductory online health and safety course covering safe working practices, accidents, hazardous substances, employee welfare, equipment safety and first aid basics. Average completion time 1-2 hours.
• Food Safety Level 1 Introductory online food safety course covering key terms, bacteria management, food poisoning prevention, contamination control, safe food handling, personal hygiene and pest control. Average completion time 2-3 hours.
• Food Safety Level 3 Advanced online food safety course for supervisors and managers covering microbiological hazards, contamination controls, food poisoning, personal hygiene, premises and equipment, cleaning, pest management, HACCP and food safety legislation. Average completion time 9-14 hours.
• First Aid at Work Online first aid training covering essential skills for workplace emergencies including casualty treatment, scene assessment, CPR, AED use and managing bleeding and shock.
• Emergency First Aid at Work Online emergency first aid training covering role responsibilities, incident assessment, unresponsive casualty management, choking, bleeding, shock and minor injuries, supporting progression to a Level 3 Award. Average completion time 3-4 hours.
• Paediatric First Aid Online paediatric first aid training covering roles, emergency assessment, unresponsive child care, fractures, burns, anaphylaxis and temperature-related conditions. Average completion time 6-8 hours.
• Food Hygiene Essentials Free online food hygiene training introducing key food hygiene and safety principles for low-risk food handlers. Covers responsibilities, food types, personal hygiene, contamination, pest control, temperature control and Sprenger's 12 critical rules. Average completion time 45 minutes.
• Food Safety in Manufacturing Level 2 Online food safety training for manufacturing roles covering microbiological hazards, HACCP, personal hygiene, premises, cleaning, pest control and food safety enforcement. Average completion time 4-6 hours.
• HACCP Level 3 for Manufacturing E-Slides Interactive e-slides course helping manufacturers understand HACCP application in manufacturing environments, including CODEX 12 logical implementation, flow diagrams, hazard analysis, CCPs, monitoring, corrective actions and verification. Includes 8 modules and end-of-module tests.
• HACCP Level 3 for Caterers E-Slides Interactive e-slides course helping caterers understand HACCP application in catering environments, including validation and verification procedures for achieving the Level 3 HACCP catering qualification.
• Anaphylaxis and Autoinjectors Short online course helping learners recognise severe allergic reactions, understand common triggers and respond confidently in emergencies including autoinjector use. Average completion time 20-40 minutes.
• Awareness of Confined Spaces HOT Lite micro-teach course building awareness of confined spaces, common features, typical examples, risks, hazards and control measures. Average completion time 20 minutes.
• Asbestos Awareness Category A online asbestos awareness training covering what asbestos is, where it can be found, dangers of asbestos exposure and how to protect from accidental exposure. Average completion time 2 hours.
• Introduction to Working at Height Online training covering planning and employing safe systems of work, use of access equipment, work at height hierarchy of control, rooftops, fragile surfaces, voids and risk assessments. Average completion time 90 minutes.
• Health and Safety within a Construction Environment Level 1 online health and safety course for construction operatives covering legal duties, health and welfare, general safety, high-risk activities, mobile plant, site vehicles, environmental awareness and CSCS card requirements. Average completion time 4-6 hours.
• Regulated First-Aid Qualifications Assessor and IQA CPD Training Online training for assessing and internally quality assuring regulated first-aid qualifications. Covers assessor roles, assessment decisions, IQA sampling strategies, plans, reports and CPD. Average completion time 7 hours.
• Health and Safety Management in Health Care Level 3 Advanced online health and safety course for supervisors and managers in healthcare covering health and safety law, workplace hazards, risk assessment using the 5x5 matrix, equipment safety, fire safety, ergonomics and performance monitoring. Average completion time 6-9 hours.
• Communication Short online course covering the communication cycle, different types of communication, what makes communication effective, inclusive communication and overcoming barriers. Average completion time 40 minutes to 1 hour.
• Awareness of Mental Health and Wellbeing Online course covering what mental health and mental ill health are, factors influencing mental health, impact of mental ill health, types of mental illnesses, diagnosis, recovery and self-care management. Average completion time 1-2 hours.
• Mental Health Awareness for Managers HOT Lite micro-teach for managers covering recognising signs of distress, starting supportive conversations, promoting wellbeing and managing own wellbeing while supporting others.
• Phishing Awareness Online micro-teach course helping learners understand phishing, recognise common phishing messages in everyday work and respond safely to suspected phishing attempts.
• Awareness of Generative AI at Work HOT Lite micro-teach covering what generative AI is, how it works, common AI tools (ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini), benefits, and responsible AI use including accuracy, data protection and ethical practice.
• Awareness of Modern Slavery Interactive online course covering what modern slavery is, types of modern slavery, identification of victims, legislation, reporting methods and creating modern slavery statements and policies. Average completion time 30 minutes.
• Introduction to Fraud and Fraud Prevention Online course covering definition of fraud, different types of fraud, fraud legislation, consequences, risk management, creating zero-tolerance culture, anti-fraud policies and fraud investigation. Average completion time 40 minutes.
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Online course helping organisations understand GDPR, data protection principles, individuals' rights, subject access requests, organisational requirements, data breaches and penalties. Average completion time 30 minutes.
• Equality and Diversity Short online course covering equality and diversity concepts, consequences of inequality, human rights, the Equality Act, inclusive and exclusive models of society and creating fairer workplaces. Average completion time 30 minutes.
• Managing Conflict Online course covering workplace conflict, responses to conflict, cultural differences, communication breakdown, behaviour in conflict, the PEACE model, HEAT technique and customer conflict management.
• Display Screen Equipment Short online course covering DSE definition, health risks, workstation design, correct working position, portable equipment safety, risk identification, eye tests and DSE assessment. Average completion time 30 minutes.
• Awareness of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace for Managers HOT Lite micro-teach equipping managers with knowledge to prevent and address sexual harassment, covering legislative responsibilities and practical steps to create a safe workplace.
• Self-Awareness and Personal Development Short online course helping individuals understand emotions, strengths and weaknesses, and create personal action plans, covering reflection, values, SWOT analysis, mission statements and skill development. Average completion time 20-40 minutes.
• Customer Service Level 2 Level 2 online customer service training covering customer service principles, customer needs and expectations, behaviours and interpersonal skills for delivering excellent customer care.

Quantifiable outcome

• Trusted by more than 100,000 learners

Named customers1 record

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Sage PaycoreTechnology or IntegrationSecure payment processing service provider for credit/debit card transactions. Sage Pay processes transactions and card details are not stored on Highfield systems.
• MicrosoftsupportingTechnology or IntegrationEmail data stored with Microsoft in EU data centres following Microsoft standard security and backup processes.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• High Speed Training: UK-based online training provider offering food hygiene, health & safety, first aid, and safeguarding courses to individuals and businesses — a direct, near-identical catalog peer to Highfield.
• Virtual College: UK eLearning company providing accredited compliance, health & safety, food safety, and safeguarding courses with a managed LMS — competing head-to-head with Highfield in regulated workforce training.
• iHASCO: UK-based eLearning provider offering compliance training (health & safety, food safety, fire safety, HR, safeguarding) to businesses via a self-serve LMS model — directly overlapping Highfield's core catalog and customer base.
• Skillcast: UK compliance eLearning vendor specialising in regulatory and conduct training (anti-bribery, GDPR, cyber, health & safety) for financial services and regulated enterprises — a direct competitor in compliance courseware.
• Marshall E-Learning: UK provider of eLearning courses on equality, diversity, safeguarding, GDPR, and mental health — overlapping Highfield's workplace culture and compliance catalog with similar UK B2B distribution.
• CPD Online College: UK eLearning platform offering CPD-accredited compliance and professional development courses across health & safety, food hygiene, business, and care — overlapping Highfield's vertical reach and self-serve model.
• Axis Training Solutions: UK provider of vocational and compliance eLearning (food safety, health & safety, first aid, customer service) — directly comparable course catalog and target SMB/enterprise audience.

Broad incumbents

• SAP Litmos: Cloud LMS and compliance training content provider serving global enterprises — competes in the LMS layer where Highfield sells its proprietary platform, plus offers broader course libraries.
• Skillsoft: Global enterprise learning platform offering broad compliance, leadership, and technology course libraries plus LMS — overlaps Highfield's compliance catalog as part of a much wider enterprise L&D portfolio.
• Docebo: AI-powered learning platform with built-in course marketplace for compliance and workforce training — competes in the LMS and content layer with a broader enterprise footprint than Highfield.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/askhighfield
• Facebookfacebook.com/askhighfield
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/highfield-online-training

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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