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Fast Forward Vocational Training

Who are we?

Fast Forward Vocational training is an alternative training provision, we work with a range of schools and pupil referral units in order to deliver vocational training within engineering and mechanics along with Functional Skills Maths and English in partnership with TeamSport Indoor Karting across the UK.

Emerging from a concept with Humberside Police to work with young people in Hull Fast Forward quickly grew with local schools and PRU’s seeking support to meet the needs of their students.

Fast forward’s mission has always been to provide disaffected, disadvantaged and disengaged young people an opportunity to achieve, bridging the gap for the hard to reach young people and their peers.

Accredited by BTEC and SEG Fast Forward specialises in Mechanics and Engineering, however will endeavour to work with schools in order to meet a student’s needs where possible.

Our History & Journey

Fast Forward Vocational Training began in Hull as an initiative focused on supporting young people in the area who were struggling to engage with mainstream education. Our organisation’s roots trace back to 2013, when the founding family started volunteering with Humberside Police, working directly with local young people and communities. As the positive impact of this work became clear, local schools began requesting support for students who needed a more practical and engaging approach to learning, leading to the development of a more structured vocational provision.

In 2019, we formed a partnership with Team Sport Indoor Go-Karting to create a unique alternative provision model that combines vocational learning with the engagement of sport. Starting with a small pilot programme in Bradford for just eight learners, the model was designed to re-engage young people who had become disengaged from traditional education by offering hands-on learning, clear progression routes, and real-world opportunities. The programme quickly demonstrated its effectiveness and was recognised by Ofsted in 2022 as the “gold standard of alternative provision.”

Since then, Fast Forward Vocational Training has grown rapidly, expanding to multiple locations across the UK and supporting hundreds of learners each year from a variety of settings. The organisation now delivers vocational education that improves attendance, engagement, and long-term outcomes for young people, with many progressing into further education, training, or employment. By providing a supportive environment and relevant vocational pathways, we strive to help young people reconnect with learning and build positive futures.

Our Promise

“Every young person that completes a full academic year program with us will be offered an interview for a role at their local TeamSport Indoor Karting track. This commitment underscores our dedication to providing real-world opportunities and career pathways for our students.”

Our Partnerships

Built on strong partnerships with trusted brands.

Sodexo

Teamsport Indoor Karting, FFVT designed and implemented an inmate rehabilitation initiative. The initiative gives inmates the opportunity to study a FFVT vocational qualification supported by prison instructors using TeamSport equipment. This program not only gives inmates a chance to use there time wisely whilst serving a custodial sentence but also gives them a path on release with TeamSport offering employment on completion of the qualification.

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TeamSport Indoor Karting

TeamSport Indoor Karting is the biggest karting company in the UK with 34 tracks around the country. Teamsport are constantly on the lookout for the next generation of motor sport engineers and enthusiasts and have therefore teamed up with Fast Forward to help develop the local talent and give something back to the communities who access their facilities.

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British Schools Karting Championship

The British Schools Karting Championship is the most exciting, rewarding and confidence building event for the academic calendar for young people. An extracurricular activity that doesn’t stop at the chequered flag offering an all-encompassing opportunity for schools, teachers and students to feel the rush of motorsport and STEM. Fast Forward have jumped on board for the 2022 race calendar to lend a hand in helping BSKC adapt and offer STEM related coursework and lessons for schools to adopt into their timetable.

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Motor Sport UK

Motor Sport UK is the national membership organisation at the heart of UK Motorsport. As a member focused organisation we embrace a diverse community that includes 720 affiliated motor clubs, 30,000 competition licence holders, 10,000 volunteer marshals, 4,000 officials and a legion of passionate motorsport spectators and fans.

We issue over 5,000 event permits every year providing everyone with the opportunity to get close to the action. Motorsport UK is a not-for-profit organisation (limited by guarantee) that exists to service and grow the sport. Fast Forward, TeamSport and Motor sport UK have teamed up to offer schools FREE STEM courses to enhance their careers programmes and potentially engineer a brighter future for young people!

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