University of Wolverhampton Apprenticeship Programs Show Progress

A follow-up inspection has found that a university, previously criticized by Ofsted for the quality of its apprenticeships, has made improvements. The University of Wolverhampton’s schemes had been rated as “requires improvement” following inspections conducted in January and February. Ofsted inspectors revisited in October and reported “significant progress” concerning apprenticeship achievement, attendance, and the quality of education. Their latest report, published on Thursday, also noted that the university was increasing its efforts to coordinate on-the-job training and to tailor its curriculums. At the time of the most recent inspection, the university was working with 734 apprentices. The report indicated that leaders had enhanced employer involvement and reduced the number of apprentices leaving early. The report additionally observed “a substantial increase in the number of apprentices successfully achieving their apprenticeship”. It stated that apprentices now had a clearer understanding of how their courses were assisting them, were collaborating with skills coaches to plan their study, and were receiving improved feedback.