Get the Nation Learning Week 2025

Westminster Adult Education Service is proud to announce joining the Get the Nation Learning campaign, founded by Learning and Work Institute (L&W). This is a fast-growing movement, providing a common platform to organisations that want to make and win the case for lifelong learning and help build a future where everyone can learn throughout life. Roughly 100 organisations are on board, including the likes of: Channel 4, National Housing Federation, and South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.

In joining the campaign, Westminster Adult Education Service signed the Get the Nation Learning Charter, committing to:

• Recognise the many benefits of lifelong learning for people, society and the economy
• Commit to building a future where everyone can learn throughout life
• Lead by example to Get The Nation Learning

This commitment comes during Get the Nation Learning Week, the highlight of the campaign calendar. To celebrate and promote the power of lifelong learning, we’ll be sharing inspiring stories from our alumni learners across social media, showcasing the impact education can have at any stage of life. In addition, we have a diverse range of new courses this October and November, including Art, Fashion, Ceramics, Floristry, Computer Aided Design, Full Stack Web Development with AI Bootcamp, CyberSecurity, Retrofit, and more. Meanwhile, Learning and Work Institute is hosting a series of high-profile events, including the Get the Nation Learning Awards, and releasing the latest Adult Participation in Learning Survey.

Stephen Evans, Chief Executive, L&W:
“When adults learn, our society and economy thrive. Growth, productivity, good work, resilient communities, fuller and richer lives. These are just some of the benefits lifelong learning can bring. Despite this, public investment in adult learning has declined dramatically in the last decade. The same is true for employer investment in workplace training, with large inequalities in who accesses learning opportunities. As changes in technology leave us all needing new skills and know-how for life inside and outside of work, levels of learning cannot continue to languish. It’s time to turn the tide. It’s time to get the nation learning. We’re delighted that has joined the movement.”

“Lifelong learning transforms lives it empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and drives social mobility. That’s why Westminster Adult Education Service is proud to join the Get the Nation Learning campaign. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to learn, regardless of age or background, and we are committed to removing barriers and creating accessible, high-quality learning pathways. Through innovative programmes, strong partnerships, and a learner-first approach, we will continue to champion adult education and expand opportunities for all. We urge other organisations to join us in building a culture where learning truly lasts a lifetime.” – Westminster Adult Education Service Team