Ascentis is delighted to celebrate 50 years of changing lives through learning. To mark this milestone we’re inviting approved centres to nominate outstanding individuals and team members for the Ascentis 50th Anniversary Lifetime Learning Awards. These awards recognise people who have gone above and beyond to support, inspire and transform learners through the power of education.
We are offering three prizes:
Winners will be invited to receive their prize at the Ascentis National Conference on the 2nd December at The Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch, London.
Complete the nomination form below and email it to marketing@ascentis.co.uk with the subject line ‘50th Anniversary Awards Nomination’ by 31st October 2025.
We look forward to reading your nominations and celebrating those who have helped learners transform their lives. Thank you for being part of the Ascentis story — here’s to the next 50 years!
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