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Poole Lollipop Lady is Guiding Adults Towards Better Maths

A Poole lollipop lady who has been helping children cross the roads for 36 years is now guiding herself and other adults towards better maths skills.    ...

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Building Confidence with Numbers: Meet the Newest Members of the Multiply Team!

We're delighted to welcome two new members to the Skills & Learning Multiply team! Firstly, we'd like to introduce our newest tutor, Kellie Bird. Kellie brings a ...

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Skills & Learning Scores Big with Executive Regional Partnership at AFC Bournemouth!

We are proud to announce that Skills & Learning Adult Community Education, the leading provider of adult education in Dorset, is now an Executive Regional Partner of Prem...

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Weymouth parents lead by example when it comes to maths

Mums and dads have signed up for a free adult maths course so they can help their children with homework. A group of parents from Conifers Primary School in Chickerell are...

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Investing in Yourself: Can You Study While Unemployed?

Finding yourself unemployed can be a challenging and stressful experience. However, it also presents an opportunity to invest in yourself, pursue your educational goals and u...

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Free maths course is demystifying maths for parents like Fahreen

Mum Farheen has told how a fun, free number confidence course now being run in Sherborne is multiplying her chances of helping her children’s education.  Speaking durin...

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13 Young People Find Employment as Healthcare Support Workers in the NHS!

Skills & Learning have been working with the NHS as part of a Vocational Scholarship, a project which also includes Bournemouth & Poole College and The Development Pe...

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Josh is a Multiply Champion - Could you be one too?

People who work or volunteer in Dorset, who are confident with numeracy and would like to help others become number confident, can join Josh Bethell in becoming a Multiply Nu...

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How Can I Improve My English For Free?

English is the most widely spoken language in the world, and it is becoming increasingly important in many different fields, including business, education, and technology. If...

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How Maths Courses Can Help With Money Management

Maths is often seen as a subject that is only useful for scientists and engineers. However, maths skills can be incredibly helpful in everyday life, especially when it comes ...

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Changing the Name of Everyday Skills

We are excited to announce that we are changing the name of our Everyday Skills courses to Courses for Adults with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities. This change is b...

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How To Improve Your Financial Skills

In today’s fast paced and ever-changing world, having strong financial skills is important. Whether you want to build on your current finances, manage your money better, or...

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