Inspire Education Group Named ‘BEST OF THE BEST’ at National FE Marketing Awards

Inspire Education Group’s (IEG) marketing department has been crowned the ‘Best of the Best’ Further Education (FE) marketing team in the UK at the prestigious College Marketing Network’s FE First Awards 2025. This remarkable achievement highlights the team’s dedication, creativity, and innovation in promoting further education opportunities available at IEG. 

The FE First Awards are highly regarded within the sector, exclusively recognising outstanding marketing initiatives from colleges, sixth forms, and further education providers across the country. The ‘Best of the Best’ accolade is awarded to the marketing team that has demonstrated exceptional performance and sets the standard for excellence within the sector. 

In total Inspire Education Group took home an impressive total of seven awards for their outstanding projects delivered throughout the year. Their work was recognised across multiple categories, including website development, social and digital media, prospectus design, school engagement, and events management.

The awards were presented at a grand ceremony held at the Crowne Plaza in Birmingham City Centre, following the College Marketing Network’s annual conference. The event brought together marketing professionals from across the further education sector, providing an opportunity for networking, collaboration, and celebrating the impactful work taking place within FE marketing teams nationwide.

Adding to the group’s success, Inspire Education Group Marketing Apprentice, Laura Saunders, was honoured with the ‘Apprentice Star’ award, recognising her outstanding contribution, growth, and commitment to the field. This award highlights IEG’s dedication to nurturing emerging talent and developing the next generation of marketing professionals.

IEG’s Award Wins:

🏆 Gold Award – Website Development
🥈 Silver Award – Prospectus
🥈 Silver Award – Events Management
🥈 Silver Award – Social and Digital Media Campaign
🥈 Silver Award – Low Budget Campaign
🌟 Apprentice Star Award – Laura Saunders
🏆 Best of the Best 2025

This phenomenal achievement reflects the passion, talent and innovation in Inspire Education Group’s marketing department, reinforcing their position as sector leaders within FE Marketing.