Published on Thursday 09 November 2023
Ofsted has judged the Skills & Learning service providing adult community education across Dorset as GOOD in a recent inspection.
The service, provided by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council and Dorset Council, has been providing adult education since 2013 as a joint service, and separately for over 25 years.
The service has evolved to meet the skills and well-being needs of the young people and adults who learn with them.
The Ofsted report said they provide high-quality and inclusive education and training to disadvantaged adults and young people, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Learners are enjoying new skills and are motivated to learn.
The service provides over 300 courses in over 100 subject areas across 30+ centres throughout Dorset. There is something for everyone including arts and crafts to develop creativity to English, maths and digital to improve academic skills.
Councillor Richard Burton, portfolio holder for Children and Young People at BCP Council, said:
"I congratulate the Skills & Learning team providing adult community education on achieving a GOOD Ofsted inspection outcome. The service was inspected under a new education inspection framework which focuses on the skills and knowledge that learners have attained. The report highlights the dedication and commitment of the team to provide the best outcomes for the young people and adults who learn with them. I am delighted that this has been recognised by Ofsted."
Councillor Byron Quayle, portfolio holder for People, Children, Education, Skills and Early Help at Dorset Council, said:
"Congratulations to the Skills & Learning team for their GOOD Ofsted inspection results, which recognises their dedication to providing quality education for both young people and adults."
Find out more about the work of the Skills & Learning team and upcoming courses at skillsandlearningace.com
Read the Ofsted report at Ofsted website here: Inspection report Skills & Learning Adult Community Education