Testimonials

 

We're proud of the testimonials we have received from learners on our courses, and partner organisations we have worked with:

 
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A New Year, A Fresh Start!
A New Year, A Fresh Start!

Here’s a blog written by one of our lovely Academy graduates during their time on the course. They found that taking part in Brightsparks Academy gave them the confidence they needed to make a plan of action for taking the next step in their career.

Inspiring Feedback from our Learners!
Inspiring Feedback from our Learners!

“I have developed my knowledge on working with children and young people, particularly in relation to mental health. The course has also developed my confidence and self-esteem, making me realise that I have more skills than I first thought.”

Great Endorsement of BrightSparks from North Yorkshire School
Great Endorsement of BrightSparks from North Yorkshire School

“At our school, where parenting courses have historically not worked, BrightSparks have come in and delivered behaviour and child development training that is well structured, research-led and accessible to all.”

See how far Souad has come since completing a BrightSparks Course
See how far Souad has come since completing a BrightSparks Course

"I had the interview on Friday and got the job ten minutes after the interview. To say I was stunned was an understatement!"

Learner story: Sam
Learner story: Sam

“I’ve found the courses really, really good. It’s been a great first step back into the world of learning and education because it’s friendly, informal, and a lot of people that have come on the Essential Skills for Working with Children and Young People course have similar experiences to me."

Great feedback from our learners!
Great feedback from our learners!

"This course and the two amazing trainers have boosted my self-esteem and confidence to explore my next steps"

See how BrightSparks' Refugee Integration and Employability course helped Fatima & Suha
See how BrightSparks' Refugee Integration and Employability course helped Fatima & Suha

Fatima and Suha both look to start new lives in Hull after being forced to flee their previous home by the devastating effects of war. 

Congratulations to learners completing BrightSparks' 'Managing Children & Young People's behaviour' course
Congratulations to learners completing BrightSparks' 'Managing Children & Young People's behaviour' course

"I will now consider working with children in education. Thank you so much for the great three weeks of inspiring me"

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Inclusion UK Commission BrightSparks
Inclusion UK Commission BrightSparks

Inclusion UK, a leading UK drug and alcohol treatment provider has commissioned BrightSparks to deliver its Commissioners Guide to Tendering to it's entire management and senior leadership team. 

BrightSparks secure £676k for Bradford Council to train the next generation of Social Workers
BrightSparks secure £676k for Bradford Council to train the next generation of Social Workers

"I am delighted that Bradford have been awarded the money because it will result in a tangible difference for the most vulnerable people living across Bradford”

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