Adult Learners’ Week #lovetolearn

It’s never too late to learn a new skill, and there’s no better time to see what events and taster sessions are happening near you, than during Adult Learner’s Week between 13th and 19th June.

Adult Learners’ Week completes the two month celebration of learning with a national awards ceremony, a reception in Parliament, regional awards ceremonies and thousands of local events across the country.

Click here to find an event near you.

You never know, you may discover your hidden talents, make new friends or find a new hobby! You could even find a new job or a way to progress your career.

The event is backed by hundreds of supporters, partners and funders including the European Social Fund, Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, BBC, Edge Foundation and NOCN.

Reasons to keep learning

  • Engaging in part-time learning raises life satisfaction by £1,600 of income per year¹
  • Adults engaged in learning become more involved in school life and improved their parenting skills, helping with communication and behaviour management²
  • A nationwide survey has found the UK is a nation of ‘wannabe’ chefs and musicians³

Adult Learners’ Week is now in its 23rd year where it has inspired international Learners’ week celebrations across the world.

For further information on Adult Learners’ Week visit www.alw.org.uk

¹Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission (February 2013)
²An analysis of the effect of adult learning on different domains in life, NIACE, Leicester
³www.niace.org.uk