Is there demonstrable proof that small players are struggling with regulation and changing market environment?

1. Summary of the current landscape

• There are currently 1,179 + Independent Training Providers (IPT’s) on the government’s register.

• 21% of learners go to an ITP (3.3m adults in education or training).

• 75% of apprenticeships are delivered by ITP’s.

• 80% of ITP’s were judged good or outstanding at their last Ofsted inspection

• ITP’s work with over 256,000 employers.

• ITP’s conduct the following activities:

2. The key issues facing ITP’s

The below summarises the material issues facing ITP’s across the sector.