Adult Learning Wales

Adult Learning Wales (ALW) is the national Adult Community Learning (ACL) organisation for Wales, offering a comprehensive curriculum that spans pre-entry learning through to Level four qualifications. Our programmes cover essential skills in literacy, numeracy, digital literacy, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), as well as advanced qualifications in areas such as Youth Work, Education and Training, and Counselling. In addition, we provide a wide range of courses that equip learners with practical, hands-on skills in health and safety, handwork, craftwork, and wellbeing, which are directly applicable to both personal and professional settings. Through collaborations with the voluntary sector, industry, and employers, we help learners develop employability and life skills, creating pathways to employment, personal growth, and community engagement. For many adults, ALW serves as an inclusive, and flexible first step back into structured learning, offering essential support to overcome barriers like social isolation, mental health challenges, and unemployment.

As a membership organisation, we foster a shared sense of purpose and belonging, enabling learners, tutors, and partners to collectively shape the future of lifelong learning in Wales. Our commitment to high-quality, accessible, and meaningful learning experiences ensures that we address the diverse needs of adult learners across Wales. We foster a culture of belonging, equity, and inclusivity, empowering success and achievement by creating a safe and welcoming environment for all. By working closely with community organisations, trade unions and employers, we empower learners to develop practical, career-focused skills and recognised qualifications at every level. Our courses taught by our skilled tutors, combined with additional learning support, not only support employability but also encourage innovation, creativity, craft skills, and wellbeing, enabling learners to progress in both personal and professional ways, in alignment with their contexts and needs.