We’re delighted to announce that we have been named ‘Large Training Provider of the Year’ at the prestigious AAT Training Provider Awards 2025, solidifying our position as a leader in accounting and finance education. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our team, the success of our learners, the engagement of our clients and a reflection of our commitment to excellence.
What are the AAT Training Provider Awards?
The AAT Training Provider Awards celebrate excellence in accountancy training and education. They recognise providers that excel in supporting learners, improving educational outcomes, and fostering innovation.
The awards ceremony was held at the AAT annual conference, bringing together training providers and industry leaders to recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements.
Why Kaplan deserved to win
The judges highlighted several factors that set us apart from the other finalists, which led them to choose Kaplan as the winner of 'Large Training Provider of the Year.’
OFSTED recognition
We recently demonstrated remarkable institutional resilience as we achieved a ‘Good’ overall rating and ‘Outstanding’ for Personal Development in October 2024. This result reflects our commitment to systematic quality enhancement and continuous improvement.
Tangible outcomes for our learners
We measure success not just by teaching quality but by the tangible outcomes experienced by our students and apprentices, for example, by tracking the promotions and pay rises for learners beyond their apprenticeship and their employment destinations. 99% of apprentices secure permanent employment after completing their programme with Kaplan, ensuring a solid foundation for their future.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives
Our commitment to EDI was another factor that impressed the judges. For example, over the past three years, we’ve narrowed the achievement gap between apprentices with and without learning needs. This demonstrates our focus on enabling success for all learners, no matter their starting point.
Other initiatives to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion at Kaplan include:
- Extensive training for our Academic Support teams to support learners with additional learning needs, such as anxiety, ADHD, visual or hearing impairments, and dyslexia.
- A linguistic diversity policy to ensure our communications and content are inclusive.
- Personalised learning and exam support for learners with additional learning needs.
- Celebrated diversity and inclusion through our Culture Week, improved prayer spaces, and improved accessibility at our centres.
- Our longstanding patronage of the Multicultural Apprenticeship Alliance.
A Kaplan apprentice reached out to provide feedback on the support we offered, stating: “The rapport and relationship built through these interactions have been incredibly supportive. I cannot recommend Kaplan more for people with learning difficulties like myself. “
High satisfaction rates
Our learners and apprentices consistently rate us highly for teaching quality, awarding our tutors an average score of 9.4/10. This metric speaks volumes about our dedication, expertise, and support.
Data-driven strategies
The judges commended our data-informed approach to improving education outcomes. By analysing what works and where to improve, Kaplan has consistently enhanced the learning experience for every student.
What this means for you
If you're already studying with us at Kaplan, this award validates your choice! But if you're considering a career in accountancy and thinking about kickstarting your journey with AAT, now is the perfect time to make that jump.
After you complete your AAT, we also offer tuition for the ACCA, CIMA, or ICAEW qualifications. We ensure that you receive an exceptional learning experience throughout your studies.
When studying at Kaplan, you'll receive:
- Courses and materials designed by industry experts to align with real-world requirements.
- Proven success rates that are consistently higher than the global average.
- Dedicated tutor support and access to the Academic Support team seven days a week.
- An inclusive and accessible learning environment for all backgrounds and study needs.
- Flexible learning options if you prefer live online classes, our award-winning flexible OnDemand study method, or attending a tutor-led classroom course - we've got you covered.
Kickstart your career with AAT
Take the first step and start your AAT studies with us. Browse through the full qualification to learn more, or contact our Student Services team at studentservices@kaplan.co.uk. The team can answer any questions you may have.