Street League Awarded Matrix IAG Accreditation Across UK Programmes
A Milestone for Street League
We are proud to announce that Street League has achieved the Matrix Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) accreditation across all UK programmes. The Matrix Standard, awarded by the Department for Education, validates the quality of services that enable people to develop essential employability and life skills needed to succeed in the workplace.
This recognition highlights Street League’s ongoing commitment to providing young people with the right support to overcome barriers, build confidence, and move towards sustainable employment.
Key Highlights from the Report
The independent assessment emphasised several strengths within Street League’s approach:
Strong leadership commitment – IAG holds a high profile across the organisation, forming a significant part of programme delivery.
Culture of wellbeing – Staff and participant wellbeing are prioritised from induction through to completion of each programme.
Trusted partnerships – Employers and partners value Street League’s academy model, which creates opportunities for work placements and progression.
Continuous improvement – The IAG offer is embedded across programmes, with clear objectives and regular feedback to strengthen delivery.
Robust processes – Quality improvement, real-time performance data, and feedback mechanisms drive consistent development of services.
Voices from the Team
David Doyle, Head of Contracts & Quality at Street League, said:
“We are delighted to have retained the Matrix accreditation for our English activity and to have widened the scope to include Street League’s programmes in Scotland. Providing high-quality information, advice and guidance is at the heart of what we do to ensure that young people and adults receive the right support to move towards and into employment. The assessment process and report highlight the importance put on IAG and the impact achieved by working collaboratively with partners and employers.”
Building on Our Strategy
This achievement reinforces Street League’s commitment to continuous quality improvement, a core element of our strategy. It ensures that we continue to deliver excellence across all programmes while supporting young people to achieve lasting change.