The Middlesbrough Council service, based on Lodore Grove in Acklam, has been rated as a good educational provider by Ofsted following its latest inspection earlier this month.
The Community Learning team, which recently featured on BBC's Inside Out programme, offer a range of courses across the town which are delivered in local community hubs and libraries, the Multimedia Exchange on Corporation Road in Middlesbrough town centre and Lingfield Countryside Centre in Coulby Newham.
Among the courses available are refreshers in English and maths, Apprenticeships, teacher training, teaching assistant courses, computing and many others.
Inspectors highlighted that an ambitious curriculum was set for learners and apprentices, many of whom are unemployed or have challenging personal circumstances, and that the majority of learners progress onto a positive outcome.
Claire Kemp, Head of Service at Middlesbrough Community Learning, said: "We are extremely proud of the service we provide to our communities. Staff are very passionate about what they do and don't just see their role as just delivering courses and programmes but see themselves as giving many of our learners a life changing experience which helps them to move on in life and work."
The report states: "Learners and apprentices are highly motivated and have positive attitudes to their training.
"Managers and staff set high expectations of behaviour and conduct, resulting in a positive and peaceful learning environment.
"Learners and apprentices flourish in an inclusive and supportive environment. Staff help learners and apprentices to build their confidence and self-esteem.
"For example, learners receive help to access transport and attend group support sessions with other learners to share experiences and build friendships.
"Younger learners benefit from flexible programmes that enable them to explore potential career options.
"Staff quickly adapt training activities to meet learners' needs. Consequently younger learners receive high-quality support and develop significant life skills and essential skills for work."
Cllr Barrie Cooper, Middlesbrough Council's Executive Member for Education and Skills, said: "I want to congratulate everyone who has played their part in this achievement - staff, managers and learners. There is much to be proud of in this report and I hope it makes everyone consider the opportunities offered by Middlesbrough Community Learning."
Cllr Mieka Smiles, Executive Member for Culture and Communities, said: "I'm thrilled to hear that Ofsted has given us such a fantastic endorsement. The amazing tutors we have in place across the provision make such a significant impact on the lives of our learners.
"From helping people get their first taste of further learning to equipping new arrivals to our country with English language helping them navigate what could be a very confusing landscape for them - it's a provision to be truly proud of."
In order to improve even further Ofsted recommended further work to improve the number of adult learners who progress to employment, the proportion of apprentices who finish their course on time and give clear guidance to apprentices on how to develop their careers.
To find out more about Middlesbrough Community Learning visit https://www.mcls.ac.uk/
