The most popular courses in prison
Prisoners’ Education Trust helped 1,603 people start distance learning courses across 115 prisons last year. Find out the most popular choices.
We feature the latest news about our work and share views from our staff and other prison education experts.
New prospectus offers 120 courses to transform learners’ futures
Prisoners’ Education Trust has published its 2026–2027 Course Prospectus – the most forward-looking and accessible edition yet.
You spoke, we acted: improving the learning experience for people in prison
PET’s Lived Experience Consultants show how we’re reaching and helping more learners, as part of The National Lottery Community Fund project.
Introducing our how-to videos for prison staff
PET’s Engagement and Development Officer showcases the new videos and printable information cards we have created to support prison staff.
2024’s top distance learning courses in prison
In 2024, Prisoners’ Education Trust supported 1,417 people to study distance learning courses in prison. Discover the top 10 choices.
New digital taster courses for people in prison
This summer we took a bold step forward by launching seven digital taster courses – giving people in prison a fresh way to explore and grow.
New resources for prison staff
PET’s Head of Service Delivery introduces new resources for prison staff, created as part of our National Lottery Community Fund project.
2023’s top distance learning courses in prison
Last year PET helped 1,229 people start distance learning courses in prisons across England and Wales. Find out 2023’s 15 most popular picks.
People with lived experience enhance prison education
One of PET’s six new Lived Experience Consultants talks about his experience helping the charity reach more people in prison.
Big Give appeal raises over £46,000
PET’s Head of Fundraising and External Affairs takes a look back at the impact you’ve helped us make for people in prison this year.