What Are V Levels and How Will They Work?
September 9th, 2026England’s post-16 qualification system is preparing for one of its most significant changes in years. From September 2027, the first students will begin studying new V Levels, creating a vocational route that sits alongside A Levels and T Levels. The reform matters beyond schools and colleges. It affects awarding organisations, training providers, employers, universities, and […]
What Is the Lifelong Learning Entitlement and Who Can Apply?
September 2nd, 2026For many adults, returning to education has traditionally involved more than finding the right course. The financial commitment, the structure of student funding and the difficulty of fitting a conventional qualification around an established working life can all influence whether further study feels realistic. The Lifelong Learning Entitlement, usually abbreviated as LLE, represents a significant […]
Are Apprenticeships Still Meeting Employer Needs?
July 15th, 2026Apprenticeships have long occupied an important position within the UK education system, offering a route into skilled employment that combines formal learning with practical workplace experience. Their enduring appeal lies in that balance. Learners gain recognised qualifications while developing practical capability in real business environments, and employers benefit from the opportunity to build talent pipelines […]
What Qualification Reform Means for Alternative Learning Providers
July 1st, 2026Reform of the post-16 qualifications landscape has become one of the most significant policy issues facing the UK education sector. Over recent years, government, regulators and awarding bodies have sought to simplify qualification pathways, strengthen quality assurance and ensure that learners are progressing into employment or further study through routes that are both credible and […]
Before You Enrol: A Distance Learning Buying Guide
June 19th, 2026We are, of course, delighted that you have decided to take a course with one of our Member colleges. A great adventure in learning and improving yourself lies before you.
But before you jump in, there are just one or two things to check.
Why Closing the Skills Gap Requires More Than Qualifications
April 21st, 2026The UK skills gap has become one of the most persistent challenges facing employers, educators and policymakers. Across multiple sectors, organisations continue to report difficulty recruiting people with the capabilities needed to fill critical roles, with shortages particularly visible in digital, engineering, healthcare and technical professions where demand for specialist expertise continues to outpace supply. […]
Exciting news and an important meeting
December 28th, 2024Exciting news at our next meeting
Next year’s meetings
September 29th, 2024There will be four meetings for ADLC Members and ADLC Associate Members next year, 2025 – plus the one already set for 18th December this year. We would like to hear from all Members as to whether they prefer in-person meetings, usually in London, or meetings by Zoom – certainly easier and cheaper but not […]
A-level Results 2024
August 13th, 2024It’s A-level results time! Congratulations to all our students who have achieved the grades they needed, and congratulations to the tutors and teams who helped them get there. For those who have been disappointed, help is at hand. Our members, Oxbridge and Maidenhead Tutorial College, offer A-Levels – Maidenhead has a team of tutors who specialise in re-takes, and […]
The Association’s new President, Max Faulkner
March 27th, 2024I am sure we would all wish to express our heartfelt thanks to Max Faulkner for his extraordinary service and express our heartfelt appreciation for everything Max has done.
Meeting dates 2024 for your calendar
January 4th, 2024Meeting dates 2024
Season’s Greetings to all!
December 11th, 2023Whatever festival you are celebrating, this Association wishes everyone – ADLC Members, Associate Members, students, tutors, staff and friends – the very best for this joyful season, and peace, prosperity and health in the New Year. This is our Christmas card image this year. Northern Lights – a Fantasy Jenny Laver, artist, said ‘I created […]