Adult learners applauded

Adult students are being applauded by teachers at Bondholder Derby College Group (DCG) for their continued commitment to learning.

Adult learners, particularly those in key worker roles, are facing the same challenge as young people across the country – virtual learning and studying at home – with classes having moved to a virtual space.

DCG offers a wide range of study programmes for adults juggling their studies with work and family life, ranging from ESOL and Maths and English in the local community to professional development, higher level technical studies and Access programmes as a gateway to higher education.

Sam Clarke, Team Manager Adult English, Maths & Access to HE, said: “The commitment shown by our adult learners has been astounding – especially those who are classed as key workers and are working extra hours.

“We have also had a surge of interest from local people who now have a greater appreciation that they need to upgrade their own skills – particularly in maths and English – both to progress their own careers and to better support their children.

“We are therefore planning to expand the capacity for community-based learning programmes once we move out of lockdown to help even more adults to return to education both to increase their skills and to improve their confidence.”

For more information about adult learning at DCG, the short term online study programmes available and classes that will re-start moving forwards, please visit www.derby-college.ac.uk or call 0800 028 0289.