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Our blogs let you see inside Prevista, our thoughts, feelings, ideas and passions. Written by different people in the company, we’re as interested in your thoughts as we are to tell you our thinking.

Posted on September 01, 2011 by

Ofsted Rate Prevista

In March, Prevista were successfully recognised by Ofsted as quality provider of work-based learning. Prevista offers work-based qualifications as stand alone qualifications and via our apprenticeships, amongst a much wider mix of offers not monitored by Ofsted. The challenge often for smaller providers is having the infrastructure and best practice in place to be recognised... View Complete Post

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

1 out of 6 Young People Unemployed

In this sector we have known for a long while that NEET figures would increase. Recent announcements from the Department of Education show the proportion of 18 to 24-year-olds in England not in employment, education or training (NEET) has risen to 18.4%. Prevista is actively engaged in a range of partnerships delivering projects specifically focused... View Complete Post

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

Taking Sustainability Seriously

I want to make sure Prevista seriously contributes to environmental issues in the capital and globally. As a well established supplier of government funded contracts I am pleased to announce that Prevista has been recognised as Silver status under the Mayor of London’s Green Procurement Code. Increasing pressure from both customers and funders to seriously... View Complete Post

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

A tasty event

25 budding food entrepreneurs rated our first Business Bootcamp a massive success. Prevista assembled over 20 entrepreneurs who have started their own business working in or supplying to the food industry. Each speaker gave insider knowledge and practical tips to a range of entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their own restaurant, catering, cafe or... View Complete Post

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

New office in Sutton

Our aim is to make sure Prevista services can reach as many people as possible. Earlier in August we opened our second High Street office in Sutton. The office is really easy to get to from the High Street, it’s open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm and has a variety of my team based... View Complete Post

Individuals Blogger: Robin Clarkson

I’ve certainly had a few jobs – from the hospitality and creative sectors, to time as a trainer and business adviser. More recently, I’ve been leading all of the programmes that support individuals across Prevista. From work based learning to opportunities to get back into work.

My blog’s all about what it’s like to experience one of our services. Let me know what you think.

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

New office in Sutton

Our aim is to make sure Prevista services can reach as many people as possible. Earlier in August we opened our second High Street office in Sutton. The office is really easy to get to from the High Street, it’s open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm and has a variety of my team based... View Complete Post

Business Blogger: James West

I manage a team of people whose sole purpose is to match the needs of businesses with the services and opportunities we provide. To do this, I keep up-to-date with changes in the market to make sure we can offer you the best service possible.

Enjoy my blog and I look forward to hearing your feedback.

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

A tasty event

25 budding food entrepreneurs rated our first Business Bootcamp a massive success. Prevista assembled over 20 entrepreneurs who have started their own business working in or supplying to the food industry. Each speaker gave insider knowledge and practical tips to a range of entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their own restaurant, catering, cafe or... View Complete Post

Partners Blogger: Uchechi Eke

Prevista rarely works on their own, so partnerships are really important. I’m responsible for all Business Development at Prevista which means I’m regularly looking out for new opportunities or ideas.

My blog will keep you up-to-date with new policies, opportunities and thoughts about working together. I’m looking forward to hear what you think.

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

1 out of 6 Young People Unemployed

In this sector we have known for a long while that NEET figures would increase. Recent announcements from the Department of Education show the proportion of 18 to 24-year-olds in England not in employment, education or training (NEET) has risen to 18.4%. Prevista is actively engaged in a range of partnerships delivering projects specifically focused... View Complete Post

Government Blogger: James Clements Smith

I’ve been in social and economic regeneration for over 20 years. It’s a challenging sector, interpreting policy and putting it into practice in way that is meaningful. As Managing Director of Prevista since 2005 I’ve seen the landscape change rapidly.

I hope I can offer you insight in my blog. Please do give me your feedback.

Posted on August 30, 2011 by

Taking Sustainability Seriously

I want to make sure Prevista seriously contributes to environmental issues in the capital and globally. As a well established supplier of government funded contracts I am pleased to announce that Prevista has been recognised as Silver status under the Mayor of London’s Green Procurement Code. Increasing pressure from both customers and funders to seriously... View Complete Post



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