2026 continues to be a standout year for Kleek Apprenticeships, as they added three more award wins to their growing list at the AHT Awards 2026 (Association of Hairdressers & Therapists).
Further strengthening their reputation as the UK’s No.1 hairdressing and beauty apprenticeship training provider, Kleek Apprenticeships proudly took home the following three awards:
- Best Practice in Apprenticeships (Sponsored by VTCT) Recognising highly effective approaches to educational programmes that support apprentices in successfully completing their qualifications.
- Outstanding Employer Engagement (Sponsored by NHBF) Awarded for building strong partnerships with employers and creating meaningful collaboration that delivers outstanding results.
- Outstanding Individual Tutor/Trainer of the Year (Sponsored by City & Guilds) Congratulations to Steve Clark, Kleek Educator, for being recognised for his dedication, passion, and commitment to supporting apprentices and helping them achieve their full potential.
Tina Ockerby, Managing Director at Kleek Apprenticeships commented: ” Thank you, AHT. We’re delighted to be recognised for our best practice and employer engagement, alongside theaward for our Kleek educator, Steve Clark.
Every year, we strive to deliver best-in-class training for our employers and their apprentices. Kleek is always looking to further strengthen and streamline our programmes to ensure the best possible outcomes for our learners.
We are incredibly proud that our employers and apprentices recognise that a Kleek apprenticeship provides an outstanding foundation for a successful and rewarding career in the industry.”
Kleek educator, Steve Clark, who won the Outstanding Trainer of the Year award added:
“I’m honoured to receive this award. I love being an educator at Kleek, and watching my apprentices progress from nervous beginners to confident, fully qualified stylists is the best part of the job!”
As a specialist hairdressing, barbering and beauty apprenticeship provider, Kleek Apprenticeships continues to focus on delivering industry-leading training, supporting salon employers, and helping apprentices develop the skills needed for long-term career success in the hair and beauty industry.
