Christmas Break Closures 2025
If you’re studying at one of our centres in Southend, Clacton, Grays, or Aylesbury, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Christmas break closures for Central Training Academy.
Free School Meals at College – Are You Eligible?
If you’re 16–19 and on a college course, you might get free meals each day you attend. Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply at Central Training Academy.
Get Extra Support with the Vulnerable Person Bursary
If you are thinking of starting a course with Central Training Academy, or you are already with us, you may be eligible for the vulnerable person bursary. Get help with travel, meals and other course-related expenses.
Student Travel Discounts: Save Money While You Study
Getting to college shouldn’t break the bank! There are loads of student travel discounts available to help you get to your local Central Training Academy via bus, train and tube. Here’s how to cut the costs.
Central Training Academy x FC Clacton: Exciting 1-Year Football Coaching Course
We’ve partnered with FC Clacton to launch a new Sports Training Programme for 16–19s in Clacton. Train at the club, get qualifications, and start your coaching career.
Explore Free Courses in Clacton
Discover free courses in Clacton! Explore our Open Days to see facilities, meet tutors, and enrol on courses for 16–19 year-olds. Perfect for your next step.
4 Exciting New Career Training Programmes Launching This September with Central Training Academy!
We are launching new career training programmes in Clacton and Grays. Are you ready to unlock new opportunities in your career and education? Find out more about what’s on offer.
National Minimum Wage increases for Apprentices
The new rates for the National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage are now in full swing. Since the new financial year started on April 1st, there has been an increase across the board. This change is the largest minimum wage increase ever! National Minimum Wage Image from: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-national-minimum-wage-in-2025 If you are under 19 or […]
Functional Skills Exams for Adult Apprentices Ditched!
Great news for adult apprentices! The government has published a press release announcing changes to the Functional skills exam for adult apprenticeships. We explain what it means for apprentices, training providers and apprenticeship tutors.
Why we love National Apprenticeship Week
Whilst we happily rave about how amazing apprenticeships are all year round, we particularly love this week long celebration. Find out more about why National Apprenticeship Week is so important and how we get involved.
