Member of the Board

JamesTweed

Member of the Board

James Tweed is an accomplished entrepreneur and education technology leader with extensive experience in digital learning, prison education, and maritime training. As the CEO of Coracle Online Ltd, he has pioneered secure digital education solutions for prisons, enabling access to learning in over 90% of public prisons across England and Wales, as well as in Gibraltar, Northern Ireland, and the US. Coracle has received multiple awards, including the King’s Award for Enterprise (Promoting Opportunity – 2023) and Google Social Impact (2024). James has secured grants from Innovate UK, including a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to develop AI-powered adaptive learning experiences tailored for prisoners and disengaged learners.

He is passionate about running, real tennis, skiing, sailing, and outdoor pursuits.

 

James Tweed Trustee with the NEC
Founder and Trustee

Rebooted

James is the Founder and Trustee of the charity Rebooted, which recycles Windows10 laptops for prison leavers and the families of prisoners. James is a member of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)’s Digital Inclusion Action Committee (DIAC).

Qualifications and research

An Academic Voyage

James holds an MPhil in Psychology and Education from the University of Cambridge, where his research focused on the role of education in prisoner rehabilitation. He also has a BSc in Maritime Business and Marine Law from Plymouth University.

Articles and Insights by NEC

A selection of NEC representative students

NEC Learning & Support Week 2025 – Discover How NEC Can Help You Achieve Your Learning Goals

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My Journey as a Private Candidate: How I Achieved a GCSE in One Year With NEC – Lauren’s Story

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Why You Can Rely On The National Extension College To Be Here To Support Your Online Journey

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Upcoming Webinar: Belonging – Supporting Young People to Thrive in Education and Beyond

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Art, Identity, and Belonging: Why History of Art Matters Today

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A New Chapter for NEC: New Courses, New Website, Enhanced Learning Platform and New Leadership

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Webinar with the University of East Anglia: Applying to University

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NEC at the Festival of Education: Shaping the Future of Inclusive Learning

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Webinar with Artswork: The Power of Creativity – Opening the Doors to Meaningful Careers

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Bursaries available to study A level Classical Civilisation with NEC

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Exploring School Attendance Challenges: A Podcast Discussion

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Balancing an A level with My Passion for Dance

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Passion and Academics: How Izzy Balances Full-time Musical Theatre Studies with Studying A level Physics

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How NEC Helped Kari’s Son Niko to Continue his A level Studies Despite Long-Term Illness

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Embracing a New Path: Jill’s Journey from Online Learning to Career Success in Art History

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A young student in a red T-shirt is deeply focused on reading a black hardback book with a crest on the front. He stands in front of a blue curtain, beside a bookshelf filled with books. The scene reflects concentration, curiosity, and a love for literature.

How Toby Found a Perfect Fit for His Passion: Online A level English Literature with NEC

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