In this section, we highlight the diversity and quality of the independent further and higher education sector and will profile individual UK institutions. If you would like to be a featured provider, please contact us.
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GIA (Gemological Institute of America)
For more than 80 years, GIA has been the world’s foremost authority in gemology – the place people turn to for answers, and to learn from the creators of the 4Cs and the International Diamond Grading SystemTM. Read more….
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Emerson College
Emerson College is an international living and learning community based on a beautiful estate next to the Ashdown Forest in Sussex. We offer a range of accredited and open courses from arts to sustainable agriculture, storytelling to caring….Read more
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Delamar Academy
Delamar Academy is a world renowned make-up academy, having trained award winning graduates around the world, including winners of Oscars, Baftas, Emmys… Read more…
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Prometheus Medical Limited
Prometheus is a company that has expertise in providing high quality training to a range of organisations including the UK Ministry of Defence… Read more…
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Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A)
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A) is the world’s longest established provider of gem and jewellery education. Read more…
Judith Blacklock Flower School
The Judith Blacklock Flower School is located in a tranquil, flower-filled mews close to the busy hub of Knightsbridge, Central London. Read more…
Modern Montessori International
The philosophy at the MMI Group is simple. It is one of respect; one where the belief is that children want to learn….. Read more.