Transferable skills; it’s not just sports

There are various invaluable skills children learn through sports that can be pragmatic to other areas of life. Athletes come across many notions during their sports career that help them build self-confidence, become more disciplined and take calculated risks. There is no doubt that sport develops life skills and it provides kids with opportunities that […]

A passport to making skills visible

What are the benefits of an internationally recognised qualification?  Whilst most of us are living in privileged times where qualifications, certificates and diplomas are accessible to most, do we fully understand their value? More importantly, are they becoming a taken for granted achievement? “Learning is never cumulative, it is a movement of knowing which has no beginning […]

What does it mean to be an adult student?

Returning to education is not an easy decision for anyone, however, a necessity for most.  Since the 1970s the notion of lifelong learning remains steadfast within our professional lives. Gaining momentum during the 1990s, higher and further education became accessible to mature students (+21 years) wishing to re-engage with education across a variety of professional […]

Advance your professional career with Avanza

We believe life itself is already your teacher, we simply provide you with space, the necessary tools to advance your knowledge and to invest in your future. Founded in 2019 Avanza Academy is a centre of excellence. With an unwavering commitment to inspire, support and care for all students and members of staff, our mission […]

Women returning to education; A journey of transformation and self-discovery

This is the sign you have been waiting for… Women returning to education; A journey of transformation and self-discovery… Have you ever considered returning to education? But unsure if a full-time college or university experience is right for you? Have you considered opting for a course that is designed to fit around your existing responsibilities […]

Starting Strong

The very first piece of the Early Childhood Education & Care (ECEC) career puzzle… According to the European Commission/EACEA/Eurydice (2019), one-third of children under the age of 3 years attend an Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) setting. That is, 5 million young children across 38 European countries are currently spending most of their day […]