More than 4,000 adults a year benefit from Hull Training and Adult Education
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For over five decades, Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) – Hull City Council’s training provider – has been at the forefront of providing comprehensive learning opportunities to adults in the city.
Established in 1972, HTAE has grown to become one of the largest training providers in the area, offering a diverse array of vocational training, apprenticeships and adult education courses designed to enhance employability and support personal development.
HTAE operates across five state-of-the-art centres strategically located in Hull, each dedicated to specific areas of education and training. These include The Engineering Centre on Orchard Park Estate, which focuses on engineering training and development, as well as Craven Park Enterprise and Training Centre on Preston Road, specialising in business, management, education and training.
The Park Avenue Adult Education Centre offers community and family learning as well as English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). The Preston Road Adult Education Centre provides vocational training, community and family learning as well as vocational training in a range of areas, including early years, teaching assistant, health and safety and more, while the Construction Centre on Nursery Grove is dedicated to construction skills and training.
These centres are equipped with modern facilities that provide a conducive environment for learning and skills development, catering to the diverse needs of over 4,000 learners annually.
Looking ahead, plans for a new Centre for Learning in Hull have been approved. This exciting development involves refurbishing the former Derek Crothall Building on Charlotte Street Mews to create a city centre training hub.
The new centre will bring together HTAE and Hull City Council’s Learning & Development (L&D) team under one roof, improving accessibility for residents and supporting the council’s wider investment in education and skills.
This move will replace the temporary arrangements currently in place, with HTAE and L&D operating from several locations around the city. The £5.6 million project, partly funded by a £2.4 million capital allocation approved by the council’s cabinet, aims to finalise designs and begin construction through the Hull Esteem Consortium LEP.
HTAE’s contributions extend beyond education, playing a vital role in the city council's efforts to enhance the quality of life for its residents. By offering a broad spectrum of courses, from basic skills to advanced qualifications, HTAE helps learners make positive changes in their lives – creating a happier, healthier, more confident population and contributing to the city's economic regeneration by ensuring a well-qualified and skilled workforce.
HTAE is proud of its Ofsted Grade 2 rating and employs over 130 staff dedicated to delivering high-quality education and workforce development.
Sharon Gamble, head of 14–19 learning and skills at Hull City Council, said: “We are incredibly proud to have welcomed 4,294 enrolments this year – a testament to HTAE's commitment to excellence in education.
“With an Ofsted Grade 2 rating and over 130 dedicated staff, we deliver high-quality learning and workforce development. We believe in learning for life, offering programmes that support employment, leisure, well-being and professional growth.”
HTAE’s community learning initiatives, which reach around 2,500 participants annually, focus on removing barriers to employment and enhancing personal development. These programmes offer a wide range of courses, from basic literacy and numeracy to more specialised skills training, ensuring that individuals of all backgrounds can improve their prospects.
By creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment, HTAE plays a crucial role in empowering individuals and strengthening the local economy. Its commitment to continuous improvement and community engagement reflects its mission to provide accessible, high-quality education that transforms lives and builds a brighter future for all.
For more information on training courses, opportunities and enrolment, email learneradvice@hullcc.gov.uk, call 01482 615 349 or visit www.hcctraining.ac.uk