ESOL teaching

Why Labour’s immigration plan misses the mark on ESOL

Labour’s new immigration plan ties English proficiency to visas, but ignores a deeper crisis in investment in ESOL provision

Jessica Hill
Diana Sutton
Adult education

Funding cuts mean the immigration plan won’t add up

With funding slashed and demand rising, the ESOL and wider adult education sector is being set up to fail...

Jessica Hill
Caroline McDonald
Adult education

Mayday for adult education this International Worker’s Day

We need to not just honour the past but demand a future for adult learning this May Day

Jessica Hill
Joanna Davidson
Adult education, Long read

The adult writing class that changed a life story

Isle of Wight College principal Ros Parker tells how her passion for adult education was sparked by village hall...

Jessica Hill
Jessica Hill
Adult education, Devolution

‘Back door devolution’ as 11 councils get extra procurement powers

But not all councils are aware of the DfE's plans

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
financial literacy

Amid cuts to adult education we must focus on financial literacy

Many adults struggle with financial literacy – let’s make sure that adults skills funding cuts and the end of...

Jessica Hill
Rachel Staples
Colleges Week

Let’s build a brighter future for adults this Colleges Week

As Colleges Week 2025 unfolds, let's spotlight the often overlooked yet vital role adult education plays in achieving many...

Jessica Hill
Dipa Ganguli OBE
Adult education, Budget

Providers denied in-year adult ed growth cash

The government claims devolution and high delivery rates this year mean it has less funding to spare

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
Adult education, DfE

Come clean on cuts, demand adult education providers

Providers face uncertainty after news emerged in a 'fragmented' fashion

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor