As National Apprenticeship Week 2025 (10th-16th February) approaches, we’re excited to announce a groundbreaking initiative that recognises the invaluable contributions of apprentices across the UK. Lifetime Training, the country’s largest apprenticeship provider, is launching The Big Apprenticeship Thank You – a scheme designed to celebrate and reward apprentices for their hard work and dedication.

What’s The Big Apprenticeship Thank You?

This innovative programme offers all current apprentices access to exclusive rewards and discounts from partner organisations such as Prezzo and Pret during National Apprenticeship Week 2025. It’s more than just a token of appreciation; it’s a nationwide celebration of the 70,000+ learners who participate annually in over 700 apprenticeship standards.

How to Participate

If you’re currently undertaking an apprenticeship, here’s what you need to know:

• Registration Period: 6th January – 5th February 2025

• How to Register: Sign up online and validate here: The BIG Apprenticeship Thank You. You will need your AoA membership number which you can find on your homepage when you are logged in.

• Cost: Free of charge

• Benefits: Access to a full range of discounts and offers, including restaurant discounts and cut-price cinema tickets

Words from The BIG Apprenticeship Thank You’s Partners

Dan Howard, Partnership Development Director at Lifetime, emphasises the campaign’s core mission:

“This campaign is all about not just celebrating apprentices, but really giving back. Across the UK in every sector, apprentices are juggling the demands of work and study, while developing their own skills for the long-term and supporting national economic growth. We’re delighted that so many of our partners recognise this invaluable contribution and have joined us in launching this initiative.”

Laura-Jane Rawlings MBE DL, CEO of Youth Employment UK, expresses her support:

“We are delighted to be supporting The Big Apprenticeship Thank You, we know how important apprentices are to business across the UK. This is a great moment to celebrate and say thank you to all of those who are committed to developing themselves, their careers, and their organisations through apprenticeships.”

Marie Bhardwaj, Head of People Development, UK & Ireland at Cineworld, highlights the importance of apprentices in their business:

“Apprentices are essential to the success of our business, and we are pleased to be able to reward their hard work and dedication by offering a unique experience at one of our Cinemas. Through The Big Apprenticeship Thank You, we can congratulate not only our own apprentices but also recognise anyone who has chosen to invest in their learning and development through an apprenticeship, nationwide.”

Join the Celebration

The Big Apprenticeship Thank You is more than just an initiative – it’s a testament to the hard work, dedication, and positive impact of apprentices across the nation. Whether you’re an apprentice, an employer, or simply someone who recognises the value of apprenticeships, we invite you to join us in this celebration.

For more information about The Big Apprenticeship Thank You, visit: