LSST’s Skills Bootcamps Earn Prestigious Ofsted Recognition
By Kunal Chan Mehta | Article Date: 14 March 2025
LSST is proud to receive the highest praise from Ofsted for its exceptional Skills Bootcamps provision. The news reaffirms LSST’s commitment to equipping local learners with the skills, confidence and expertise to excel in the workforce.
During Ofsted’s visit in February 2025, 67 adult learners were completing their Skills Bootcamp, with 19 still in the training phase at LSST Wembley. Following the inspection, Ofsted praised LSST’s strong vision for its Skills Bootcamps and commended its strategic collaboration with external stakeholders to offer courses that directly address local skills gaps.
Employers like the Clermont Hotel Group, Santander, and Howden Insurance shaped the programme through guest lectures, field trips and direct recruitment. Impressed by the skills learners gained, Ofsted highlighted that LSST leaders “work very effectively with stakeholders to ensure training meets both learners’ and employers’ needs.”
___________________________________________________________________________Amanda Ostermann, Head of Academic Standards and Quality and Ofsted Nominee for LSST, said: “This first Ofsted inspection is a resounding endorsement of further education (FE) at LSST and a testament to the unwavering dedication we have for our learners. We are incredibly proud of this achievement, which strengthens our commitment and ambition for the future of FE.”
Bootcamp learners said they felt empowered and confident in their ability to succeed owing to the emphasis on English, mathematics and digital skills. Ofsted inspectors shared: “Learners have high-quality, professional resources, which inspire and help them to enjoy their training greatly.”
Defying outdated narratives about the alternative Higher Education sector, LSST’s Ofsted result is a resounding affirmation of its dedication to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. Ali Jafar Zaidi, LSST’s Deputy CEO, explained: “At LSST, we are pioneering a seamless integration of Further and Higher Education, creating transformative opportunities for underrepresented learners. We don’t just respond to the evolving job market – we help shape it. This Ofsted recognition reinforces the power of our model, equipping learners with the critical skills, networks and confidence to succeed.”
Ofsted on the Standards of Education and Training at LSST
Ofsted commended LSST’s investment in state-of-the-art facilities, such as The Hive, an innovative learning hub located next to the iconic Wembley Stadium. Inspectors noted that “learners are proud to study at the provider and value the nurturing classroom environment.”
LSST’s employability support is key to enhancing job outcomes and career progression for Skills Bootcamp learners, with Ofsted recognising LSST’s strong commitment to student success, saying: “Employer Engagement Executives enhance learners’ employability skills very well”. Ofsted inspectors praised LSST for its tailored support, praising that “Experienced and well qualified staff use their up-to-date sector knowledge to provide high quality training for learners.”
Charles Tennant, Vice Principal at LSST, commented on the broader significance of the report: “This Ofsted recognition is not the final destination but a pivotal moment in our ongoing journey. It’s a clear signal that LSST’s approach is setting new benchmarks for educational excellence, but we remain committed to continually evolving and improving to meet the needs of our learners and the industries they will join.”
With this Ofsted recognition, LSST will continue to redefine the boundaries of what’s possible in further and higher education.
To join LSST’s Bootcamps please apply via: www.lsst.ac/skills_bootcamps/
Read the Ofsted report here: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/33/2814824?utm_source&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=report
For more information, please get in touch with the author, Kunal Chan Mehta, via kunal.mehta@lsst.ac.
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