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10th - 16th February 2025 National Apprenticeship Festival is back.

The 18th annual, week-long celebration brings together the entire apprenticeship community to highlight apprenticeships' positive impact on individuals, businesses and the broader economy.

This year's theme "Skills for Life," and highlights how apprenticeships are the key for individuals to unlock the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career and for businesses to build a talented workforce equipped with future-ready skills.

What's Happening

If you are an employer, potential apprentice, parent/carer or just want to know more, our Apprenticeship Festival is just the thing for you.

The Loughborough College Apprenticeship Festival will run over a week and is designed to celebrate apprentices and recognise their dedication and achievements. The Festival will feature a range of in-person and online events to highlight the opportunities and programmes available and the positive impact of apprenticeships.

Watch this space!

We will add the full event timetable here when we get closer to the Apprenticeship Festival.

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Join our Apprenticeship Fair on Tuesday 11th February, to explore your future. You will have the chance to meet with our apprenticeship team and top employers who are ready to help transform and enrich life’s through lifelong learning and the Apprenticeship Programme.

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Interested in becoming an apprentice? Email us at apprenticeships@loucoll.ac.uk

Interested in employing an apprentice?

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Event Plan National Apprenticeship Week 2025

Monday 10th February

Loughborough College Employer Visit - Fairfield Prep School

Follow us and our Governor, Executive and Apprenticeship team at Fairfield Prep School as we engage with employers in the Early Years and Sports Coaching sectors. Discover first-hand the exciting Apprenticeship opportunities available.


Exploring the Range of Apprenticeships

Webinar by ASK Apprenticeships
Time: 3:30pm – 4:00pm

With over 700 apprenticeship standards, there's something for everyone! This webinar will introduce you to a variety of Apprenticeship roles across different industries. Learn about the opportunities and how to find the right Apprenticeship for you.

Register your place


All Week: Apprenticeship Arcade

Engage in fun, interactive learning through the Apprenticeship Arcade. These games offer students an exciting way to explore Apprenticeships either in the classroom or at home.

Access the games


Students Meet the Apprenticeship Team

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Meet our team in The College Hub to get personalised advice on your Apprenticeship career path.

Tuesday 11th February

The Big Assembly Live

The UK’s Biggest Apprenticeship Assembly Join a live broadcast reaching over 160,000 people! Hear from apprentices, employers, parents, and educators about the benefits of Apprenticeships.

Register your place


Students Meet the Apprenticeship Team

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Meet our team in The College Hub to get personalised advice on your Apprenticeship career path.


Employers Fair – Loughborough College Students

Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Network with curriculum teams, learners, and employers. Explore exclusive Apprenticeship opportunities.

Want to take part? Email us to get involved.


Employers Fair – Public Session

Time: 5:00pm – 6:30pm

Open to the public, this session allows prospective students to connect with employers and learn about available Apprenticeships. Book your ticket to attend as a visitor or reserve a free stand to participate.

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Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony

Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm

Celebrate the achievements of apprentices, mentors, and employers. Join us for an evening of recognition and celebration.

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Wednesday 12th February

Engineering Focused Employer Visits - Druck Ltd

Our Executive and Apprenticeship team will be visiting Druck to discuss how exciting Apprenticeship impact the world of engineering.


Students Meet the Apprenticeship Team

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Meet our team in The College Hub to get personalised advice on your Apprenticeship career path.

Thursday 13th February

T Level Focus

Explore our T Level offerings

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Students Meet the Apprenticeship Team

Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Meet our team in The College Hub to get personalised advice on your Apprenticeship career path.

Friday 14th February

Professional Qualifications & Service Sector Focus with Micro Weighing Solutions

Follow our Executive and Apprenticeship team at Micro Weighing Solutions to learn about professional qualifications and service sector Apprenticeships.


LOVEBorough Event

Celebrate everything that makes Loughborough College special. Join us in celebrating student life and the unique opportunities available here.

Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony 2025

Tuesday 11th February 7:00pm - 8:30pm

For more information please contact the Employers Team using the link below.

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