"The Survey" - Learning Towns, Learning Cities
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Peteborough

Peterborough's Learning Link

Individuals and businesses in Peterborough can easily find out where they need to go for help with training thanks to the Learning Link.

This project has been developed by a TEC-led steering group and provides a one- stop-shop with access to a network of advice and thence to training organisations. Services offered include a computer-based information bank, a network of suppliers of careers guidance, and NVQ services.

Following the success of the Learning Link, the steering group decided to explore the idea of the Learning Community and this was included in Greater Peterborough TEC's business plan for 1997.

The partners

The partners involved in Learning Link and the possible Learning Community initiative are:

  • Greater Peterborough TEC
  • All FE Colleges
  • Training providers
  • Local firms.

Key Facts - Peterborough

Situation:

Cambridgeshire

Population:

100,000 (approx)

Schools and colleges:

All state secondary schools are LEA maintained or voluntary aided. Higher and Further Education institutions include Numerous Colleges.

Adult Education:

About 1500 students are enrolled on courses.

Employment trends:

  • Growing gap between local job creation and local labour force. Gap increasing from 19000 to 24000 by 2006.

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