We recently caught up with Tamara, Travel Training Team Lead at Essex County Council, to hear how her apprenticeship with ACL helped her grow into a confident and effective leader. Based in the London Borough of Ealing, Tamara supports young adults with special educational needs to travel safely and independently, and she’s using the skills...
Since starting my new role as a Marketing and PR Assistant with ACL Essex, I’ve had the pleasure of exploring the vibrant Tendring district and meeting the many welcoming communities that make this area such a special place to live and learn. My role allows me to promote the wide range of courses and support...
Every year on 10 October, the world marks World Mental Health Day, a reminder that mental wellbeing matters just as much as physical health. At ACL Essex, we believe learning is more than education. It’s connection. It’s hope. And it starts with one simple step: come talk to us. We see every day how powerful...
As part of ADHD Awareness Month this October, ACL Essex is proud to share learner Darcy’s story to support the theme “Awareness is Key”, helping to educate others, challenge myths, and reduce stigma around ADHD. Adult learners across Essex opened their GCSE results on Thursday 21 August. This year, ACL Essexsupported lots of adults to...
We recently caught up with Faith, who is currently studying for her NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. Her journey into care is rooted in a lifelong passion for helping others. From early interests in psychology to hands-on experience in the sector, her story is a wonderful example of dedication, growth and learning at...
We recently caught up with learner Simone to hear about her inspiring journey from administration to early years education. Read on to learn more about her story. Simone began her career in administration before taking time out to raise her children. During this time, she discovered a passion for education through homeschooling, which inspired her...
In collaboration with Jenny from Signpost, ACL Essex hosted a vibrant Health, Beauty, and Hairdressing taster event at Basildon Eastgate on Wednesday, 3rd September. The event welcomed over 50 members of the public through the door including Maggie and Zoe from the Papworth Trust, who brought several of their members to enjoy the experience both...
We recently caught up with Necitas, a dedicated learner who has built a fulfilling career in health and social care. Her journey through ACL’s Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care and the support of the Nightingale Care Bursary has helped her grow in confidence, take on new responsibilities, and continue her...
We recently caught up with learner Amanda, who shared her inspiring journey from working with horses to becoming an Early Years Practitioner. After losing her job and seeking advice from her daughter’s school, Amanda discovered the opportunity to retrain through ACL. With support from the Poppins Early Years bursary, Amanda embraced the challenge of returning...
Free ACL Essex courses to help your child thrive, and give you a boost too Uniforms labelled (mostly), lunchboxes found (miraculously), and the school run has resumed its daily sprint. As the kids head back to school, this is the perfect moment for parents, carers and grandparents to reset routines and sharpen your own skills...