In 2011 the Government launched a consultation in to the future of the Further Education sector which includes adult and community learning.

In addition NIACE initiated a Citizen Survey to report on the views of individual's regarding ACL.

To access the results of the Consultation and the Citizen Survey click on the following links:

New Challenges, New Chances, Summary of Consultation Responses  click here 

NIACE Citizen Survey results  - click here 

The Government's response to the consultation is outlined in the New Challenges, New Chances (Further Education and Skills Reform Plan)   click here

The ACL Toolkit 2011/12 contains all information and forms related to delivering West Berkshire supported ACL programmes and courses.

To access the Toolkit click here

 Nominations are now open for the West Berkshire Learner Achievement Awards 2012.

Do you know someone over 19 years old whose success, determination or commitment to learning deserves special recognition? If so, why not enter them for the Learner Achievement Awards 2012?

Click here for more information and to nominate.

The closing date is Friday 30th March 2012

Please note that courses are categorised by provider rather than subject.