A vision for the college of the future putting Further Education at the heart of investment and opportunity has been set out in a newly-published report. The blueprint, published this week by the Independent Commission on the College of the Future, has been fully endorsed by Nelson and Colne College Group’s Principal and Chief Executive […]
Read moreStaff and students at Nelson and Colne College Group have shown their sporting prowess in a series of initiatives organised by the Association of Colleges this summer. After the College Group made a commitment to put health and wellbeing at the heart of life in lockdown, staff and students pounded the miles with walking and […]
Read moreLancashire Adult Learning has launched an innovative online programme to learners across the Red Rose County who are seeking a rewarding career in the Health and Social Care sector. Working in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions, the exciting virtual Hub from Home programme replicates as accurately as possible Lancashire Adult Learning’s courses […]
Read moreAdult learners across the Red Rose County can now access classes and resources through Lancashire Adult Learning’s website after the organisation completed a switch to online teaching. The move means learners right across Lancashire can continue to access valuable resources, classes, and expert advice and guidance from LAL’s tutors while social distancing measures remain in […]
Read moreUpdated 17/03/2020. In response to the national situation regarding Coronavirus, Lancashire Adult Learning is following specific guidance for places of education from the Department for Education and Department for Health and Social Care, as well as following all advice set out by Public Health England. Classes remain open and we recommend that learners, staff and visitors attend their […]
Read moreLancashire Adult Learning’s drive to support people to socially prescribe arrives in Padiham next week with a Community Wellbeing Day. Working in partnership with Burnley West Primary Care Network, the showcase event at Padiham Town Hall on Wednesday 4th March, from 10.30am until 2.30pm, is the latest in a series of LAL roadshow events aimed […]
Read moreLancashire Adult Learning and HM Kirkham prison have launched a partnership to better support prisoners as they prepare for life after their release. The partnership between Lancashire Adult Learning and the open prison was launched with a showcase event for prisoners offering tasters of LAL’s broad provision at the prison’s library and education centre. Health […]
Read moreNelson and Colne College Group Principal Amanda Melton has been appointed to a national team of 11 FE college leaders to drive developments in the college sector. The Department for Education role provides mentoring and support to other FE colleges with an ambition to improve their curriculum, local responsiveness, or financial efficiency. NLFEs are able […]
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