• Research and Reports 11 12 2024

  Review of English language acquisition in the West Midlands

  This research for the West Midlands Combined Authority explored how adults can be supported to progress in English language learning and how strategic partnerships can contribute to improved outcomes for learners.

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• Research and Reports 16 11 2024

  Older people and essential skills

  This research for Age UK explores older adults’ (aged 50 and over) experiences of essential skills and what support is needed to help them improve their skills and thrive in later life.

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• Research and Reports 10 09 2024

  The Rising Cost of Living and Access to Adult Education in London

  This research, commissioned by the Greater London Authority (GLA), explores the views of Londoners most affected by the rising costs of living towards adult education and skills training, and the impact on their learning.

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• Blog 05 09 2024

  International Literacy Day 2024: Time for action

  Ahead of International Literacy Day on 8 September 2024, Alex Stevenson, L&W Deputy Director, sets out why it's time for action on adult literacy.
• Research and Reports 11 03 2024

  ESOL provision in the South East of England: Understanding local capacity

  Using funding from the Homes for Ukraine scheme, the South East Strategic Partnership for Migration (SESPM) engaged Learning and Work Institute to deliver an ESOL capacity building programme in the South East of England.

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• Research and Reports 12 01 2024

  Supporting London’s Migrant Communities through the Adult Education Budget

  The GLA has introduced flexibilities to make adult education more accessible to migrant communities. This research explores the impact of these changes.

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• Research and Reports 09 05 2023

  Effective practice in English and maths for adult learners in London

  This report, commissioned by the GLA, seeks to better understand these barriers and recommends how providers can better reach more Londoners, ensure achievement and progression in English and maths, and deliver improved outcomes for learners.

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• Research and Reports 23 03 2023

  Evidence review: What works to improve adult basic skills?

  Identifies the most effective approaches to developing adult basic skills and, where possible, their cost-effectiveness. A number of interlinked issues are also considered within the context of delivering basic skills programmes.

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• Blog 30 11 2022

  Essential skills participation still short of pre-pandemic levels

  Last week, the latest Government figures on learner participation and achievement in further education and skills revealed that overall adult participation is lower than pre-pandemic levels, with an 11% drop in apprenticeship starts and a 25% drop in participation in adult FE provision compared to 2018/19. 

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