1st for Awarding Ltd

1st for Awarding Ltd is a UK-based assessment organisation founded in 2019. It operates as a trusted partner for apprenticeship assessment and end-point assessment (EPA) across data, digital, business, professional and creative standards. The company provides expert-led assessments for apprentices, alongside comprehensive support for training providers and employers.

The company achieved Certified B Corp status, reflecting a commitment to social enterprise principles and sustainable business practices. In 2022, it was named Best New Business and Best Services Business at the Tees New Business Awards.

Operating across the United Kingdom, 1st for Awarding works within the education, apprenticeship training and professional assessment sectors. The organisation emphasises providing every apprentice with a fair opportunity to succeed.