OUR PARTNERSHIPS
Connecting Hairdressing Education with Industry, Business, and the Community
At HAIR AT THE ACADEMY in Exeter, we believe that the best hairdressing education goes beyond learning practical skills. It’s about developing confidence, creativity and professionalism, while giving our students the knowledge, qualifications and real-world experience they need to build successful careers in the hairdressing industry.
Through our partnerships with leading education providers, industry organisations, local businesses and community groups, we create valuable opportunities for our students while strengthening our connection with the wider Exeter community.
WHO DO WE PARTNER WITH
Our students benefit from strong connections with professional organisations, businesses, community groups and industry leaders, helping them develop the confidence, qualifications and experience needed to build successful careers in hairdressing.
Our partnerships support our work as a hairdressing training academy in Exeter, giving students access to recognised qualifications, industry knowledge and opportunities to connect with the wider community.
“Our partnerships are incredibly important to us. By working with organisations across education, industry, business, sport and our local community, we can create more opportunities for our students and help them take their next steps towards employment. We are incredibly grateful to all of our partners for believing in what we do and helping us make a real difference.”
Mary Pugsley MBE
Founder & Director, Hair at the Academy
VTCT Skills
Hair at the Academy is a VTCT Skills Centre of Excellence, delivering recognised vocational qualifications in hairdressing. VTCT Skills specialises in industry-focused qualifications and provides a wide range of hairdressing and barbering training pathways designed to prepare learners for professional careers.
Open Awards
Open Awards is an awarding organisation focused on creating accessible routes into education, training and employment. Our connection with Open Awards supports our commitment to providing learners with meaningful qualifications and opportunities to progress their education and career.
Exeter Chiefs Foundation
We are proud to support the Exeter Chiefs Foundation, helping to make a positive difference to communities across Exeter and the South West. Our connection reflects Hair at the Academy’s commitment to supporting young people and giving back to our local community.
Devon Chamber
Being part of Devon Chamber connects Hair at the Academy with the wider Exeter and Devon business community. The Chamber brings businesses and organisations together through networking, events, training and business support, helping us build valuable relationships beyond the hairdressing industry.
Hair Council
The Hair Council works to raise standards and professionalism across the hairdressing and barbering industry. Its focus on training, professional recognition and standards reflects our own commitment to preparing students for professional careers in hairdressing.
St Petrock’s
Our commitment to Exeter extends beyond hairdressing education. St Petrock’s is Exeter’s local homelessness charity, supporting people experiencing homelessness and vulnerable housing situations. Our connection reflects our belief in giving back to the local community and making a positive difference wherever we can.
The Samphire Club
The Samphire Club brings together business owners and professionals through networking and relationship building. Our involvement helps Hair at the Academy connect with the wider business community in Exeter and the South West, creating opportunities to share ideas and build professional relationships.
Exeter Royals Football Club
We are proud to sponsor and work alongside Exeter Royals Football Club, supporting their commitment to raising awareness of mental health and suicide prevention among young men. Through the power of football and community, the partnership encourages open conversations, connection and looking out for one another. It reflects our belief that creating safe spaces to talk and supporting young people is just as important as developing their professional skills.
BUILDING FUTURES IN HAIRDRESSING
Our partnerships are an important part of what makes Hair at the Academy in Exeter different. By combining practical hairdressing training with recognised qualifications, professional standards and strong connections across the community and business world, we help our students take their next step with confidence.
Whether you are looking to start a career in hairdressing, gain professional hairdressing qualifications or develop your existing skills, Hair at the Academy provides a supportive, industry-focused environment in Exeter.
