The survey indicates high levels of confidence, wellbeing, and progression among learners. Specifically, 95% of Adult Skills Fund (ASF) learners reported a positive social outcome, 88% experienced an increase in wellbeing, and 90% felt more confident after completing their courses.
Adult learning at Morley College London is shown to foster new relationships and community involvement, with 90% of learners meeting new people and 56% reporting volunteering at follow-up. Furthermore, 83% of learners were in a positive destination post-course, and 72% progressed into further learning.
Career progression was also a key benefit, with 42% of learners reporting advancement in their work, compared to 38% across London. Additionally, 17% saw an increase in their income.
Maggie Hall, Campus Principal at the Waterloo Centre, commented: “Get the Nation Learning Week is a powerful reminder of the difference learning can make at every stage of life. These London Learner Survey findings show that learners at Morley College London report benefits that extend well beyond the classroom, including greater confidence, improved wellbeing, and opportunities to progress in work and further learning.”
She added: “At Morley, we see every day how adult education helps people develop new skills, pursue personal interests, build connections, and achieve their goals. It is inspiring to see these experiences reflected so strongly in the latest survey results, and we are proud to celebrate the achievements of our learners during Get the Nation Learning Week.”
Key findings from the survey among Morley College London Adult Skills Fund learners include: 95% reported a positive social outcome; 90% met new people; 88% reported increased wellbeing; 90% felt more confident; 72% progressed into further learning; 56% reported volunteering; 42% reported progressing in work; and 17% reported an increase in income. The data was compiled by IFF Research on behalf of the Greater London Authority.
The article also references the Learning and Work Institute's 2026 Adult Participation in Learning Survey, noting that only 43% of adults have engaged in learning in the last three years. Morley College London offers a wide range of courses for all ages, emphasizing that it is 'never too late to learn'.
