The WEA
@weaadulted.bsky.social
An educational charity promoting the value of adult education for all, provider of part-time #AdultEducation since 1903. https://www.wea.org.uk
125 weeks until we are 125 years old!
On 16th May 2028 we celebrate 125 years of championing learning for all.
Our mission hasn’t changed since we were founded in 1903. We’re still fighting for lifelong learning, just as these learners back in 1909 would have wanted. #WEA125
On 16th May 2028 we celebrate 125 years of championing learning for all.
Our mission hasn’t changed since we were founded in 1903. We’re still fighting for lifelong learning, just as these learners back in 1909 would have wanted. #WEA125
December 23, 2025 at 11:01 AM
125 weeks until we are 125 years old!
On 16th May 2028 we celebrate 125 years of championing learning for all.
Our mission hasn’t changed since we were founded in 1903. We’re still fighting for lifelong learning, just as these learners back in 1909 would have wanted. #WEA125
On 16th May 2028 we celebrate 125 years of championing learning for all.
Our mission hasn’t changed since we were founded in 1903. We’re still fighting for lifelong learning, just as these learners back in 1909 would have wanted. #WEA125
Our Learner Support department closes for the Christmas period from 4:30pm tomorrow, Tuesday 23rd December.
WEA offices will reopen again at 9am, Friday 2nd January.
The Learner Support team will be unavailable during this time, on phones, email or live chat.
WEA offices will reopen again at 9am, Friday 2nd January.
The Learner Support team will be unavailable during this time, on phones, email or live chat.
December 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Our Learner Support department closes for the Christmas period from 4:30pm tomorrow, Tuesday 23rd December.
WEA offices will reopen again at 9am, Friday 2nd January.
The Learner Support team will be unavailable during this time, on phones, email or live chat.
WEA offices will reopen again at 9am, Friday 2nd January.
The Learner Support team will be unavailable during this time, on phones, email or live chat.
You are warmly invited to join our free course, The 12 Lunches of Christmas, on Christmas Day from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. The session will be a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to pause, connect and enjoy the afternoon with others.
Find out more at: thewea.info/christmascourse
Find out more at: thewea.info/christmascourse
December 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
You are warmly invited to join our free course, The 12 Lunches of Christmas, on Christmas Day from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. The session will be a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to pause, connect and enjoy the afternoon with others.
Find out more at: thewea.info/christmascourse
Find out more at: thewea.info/christmascourse
The latest report from the Association of Colleges makes a compelling case for positioning lifelong learning at the heart of health strategies. You can read our full response, including a link to their report, on our website. @aoc-info.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The latest report from the Association of Colleges makes a compelling case for positioning lifelong learning at the heart of health strategies. You can read our full response, including a link to their report, on our website. @aoc-info.bsky.social
Today is Human Rights Day. We'll say it: lifelong learning isn’t just a privilege, it should be a fundamental human right. In a world that’s constantly evolving, the ability to learn, adapt, and grow empowers individuals to thrive and lead meaningful lives. #HumanRightsDay
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Today is Human Rights Day. We'll say it: lifelong learning isn’t just a privilege, it should be a fundamental human right. In a world that’s constantly evolving, the ability to learn, adapt, and grow empowers individuals to thrive and lead meaningful lives. #HumanRightsDay
Navjot Johal, our Director of Learning, was a speaker at Wednesday's event. He discussed the need for a long term and sustainable lifelong learning strategy and also highlighted to the panel how the WEA sees lifelong learning as a policy solution to multiple challenges such as health and wellbeing.
Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome our patron, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, to an event on adults' access to essential skills learning.
Her Royal Highness met learners from City Lit and Morley College London, who shared their education journeys.
Her Royal Highness met learners from City Lit and Morley College London, who shared their education journeys.
December 5, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Navjot Johal, our Director of Learning, was a speaker at Wednesday's event. He discussed the need for a long term and sustainable lifelong learning strategy and also highlighted to the panel how the WEA sees lifelong learning as a policy solution to multiple challenges such as health and wellbeing.
We understand if you can't give money right now - but please could you share this post to help us reach more people? With your support, we can help those who need it most this #GivingTuesday thewea.info/GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We understand if you can't give money right now - but please could you share this post to help us reach more people? With your support, we can help those who need it most this #GivingTuesday thewea.info/GivingTuesday
📢 The UK Autumn Budget lands tomorrow —what does it mean for adult education and lifelong learning? Get the full explainer on what to expect, who’s in charge, and why it matters: bit.ly/4742M01
November 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
📢 The UK Autumn Budget lands tomorrow —what does it mean for adult education and lifelong learning? Get the full explainer on what to expect, who’s in charge, and why it matters: bit.ly/4742M01
November 18, 2025 at 9:43 AM
We were recently featured in FE Week, you can read the full article via the link below
Britain’s oldest adult learning charity, @weaadulted.bsky.social is opening new doors even as others close, as it navigates the shift from skills for life to skills for work @simonparkinson.bsky.social
feweek.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 9:47 AM
We were recently featured in FE Week, you can read the full article via the link below
Last week was Get The Nation Learning Week. Read WEA CEO @simonparkinson.bsky.social blog reflecting on the week gone by: bit.ly/4nDfRCk #getthenationlearning
November 10, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Last week was Get The Nation Learning Week. Read WEA CEO @simonparkinson.bsky.social blog reflecting on the week gone by: bit.ly/4nDfRCk #getthenationlearning
It’s Get the Nation Learning Week, and what does the nation care about more than tea?
WEA Volunteer, Jim and Lifelong Learning Advocate, Alfie take a minute to swap secrets to brewing the perfect cuppa. #getthenationlearning www.youtube.com/shorts/ZiUHx...
WEA Volunteer, Jim and Lifelong Learning Advocate, Alfie take a minute to swap secrets to brewing the perfect cuppa. #getthenationlearning www.youtube.com/shorts/ZiUHx...
Jim and Alfie - Tea
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November 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM
It’s Get the Nation Learning Week, and what does the nation care about more than tea?
WEA Volunteer, Jim and Lifelong Learning Advocate, Alfie take a minute to swap secrets to brewing the perfect cuppa. #getthenationlearning www.youtube.com/shorts/ZiUHx...
WEA Volunteer, Jim and Lifelong Learning Advocate, Alfie take a minute to swap secrets to brewing the perfect cuppa. #getthenationlearning www.youtube.com/shorts/ZiUHx...
In celebration of Get The Nation Learning Week, we’ve put together a blog about five famous lifelong learners whose passion for learning has inspired millions to continuously explore and seek new knowledge: bit.ly/4974xLt #GetTheNationLearning @learnworkuk.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
In celebration of Get The Nation Learning Week, we’ve put together a blog about five famous lifelong learners whose passion for learning has inspired millions to continuously explore and seek new knowledge: bit.ly/4974xLt #GetTheNationLearning @learnworkuk.bsky.social
Broadcaster, Bard of Barnsley, and all-round word wizard Ian McMillan has penned a brand-new poem just for us. It’s a joyful ode to lifelong learning, created exclusively to celebrate Get the Nation Learning Week. What are you inspired to learn this week? #getthenationlearning
November 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Broadcaster, Bard of Barnsley, and all-round word wizard Ian McMillan has penned a brand-new poem just for us. It’s a joyful ode to lifelong learning, created exclusively to celebrate Get the Nation Learning Week. What are you inspired to learn this week? #getthenationlearning
Get The Nation Learning Week is here, and WEA is proud to be an official supporter of this national celebration of adult education and lifelong learning. Our latest blog tells you all you need to know about this special week: bit.ly/4hujg4U#GetT...
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Get The Nation Learning Week is here, and WEA is proud to be an official supporter of this national celebration of adult education and lifelong learning. Our latest blog tells you all you need to know about this special week: bit.ly/4hujg4U#GetT...
Happy Halloween from everyone at the WEA! #halloween
October 31, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Happy Halloween from everyone at the WEA! #halloween
From witches' fingers to decadent red velvet cupcakes, take a look at our frightfully good recipes that are sure to please all your fellow ghouls and goblins. #halloween
October 29, 2025 at 7:45 PM
From witches' fingers to decadent red velvet cupcakes, take a look at our frightfully good recipes that are sure to please all your fellow ghouls and goblins. #halloween
Don't forget to adjust your clocks! ⏰
October 25, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Don't forget to adjust your clocks! ⏰
Adult learning deserves better: a Pre-24 not Post-16 Education White Paper.
In a 38,910 word document, adults are mentioned just 0.13%.
Read WEA CEO @SimonParkinson6 full response here:
bit.ly/4oBgdKV
In a 38,910 word document, adults are mentioned just 0.13%.
Read WEA CEO @SimonParkinson6 full response here:
bit.ly/4oBgdKV
October 21, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Adult learning deserves better: a Pre-24 not Post-16 Education White Paper.
In a 38,910 word document, adults are mentioned just 0.13%.
Read WEA CEO @SimonParkinson6 full response here:
bit.ly/4oBgdKV
In a 38,910 word document, adults are mentioned just 0.13%.
Read WEA CEO @SimonParkinson6 full response here:
bit.ly/4oBgdKV
This morning Mayor of the :East Midlands, Claire Ward, met with ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners and staff at our newly launched Nottingham Community Learning Hub to see first-hand how accessible adult education builds stronger communities.
October 15, 2025 at 11:42 AM
This morning Mayor of the :East Midlands, Claire Ward, met with ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) learners and staff at our newly launched Nottingham Community Learning Hub to see first-hand how accessible adult education builds stronger communities.
The WEA team are attending @conservatives.bsky.social Party Conference in Manchester, fighting the good fight for lifelong learning, check out our posts for updates through the day #CPC25
October 6, 2025 at 8:21 AM
The WEA team are attending @conservatives.bsky.social Party Conference in Manchester, fighting the good fight for lifelong learning, check out our posts for updates through the day #CPC25
Learning to Thrive
Ahead of #WorldMentalHeathDay on Friday we’re highlighting the role of lifelong learning in building confidence, reducing isolation and supporting mental wellbeing.
Whether it’s a new skill, a new perspective or a new environment, learning helps us grow, inside and out.
Ahead of #WorldMentalHeathDay on Friday we’re highlighting the role of lifelong learning in building confidence, reducing isolation and supporting mental wellbeing.
Whether it’s a new skill, a new perspective or a new environment, learning helps us grow, inside and out.
October 6, 2025 at 7:55 AM
Learning to Thrive
Ahead of #WorldMentalHeathDay on Friday we’re highlighting the role of lifelong learning in building confidence, reducing isolation and supporting mental wellbeing.
Whether it’s a new skill, a new perspective or a new environment, learning helps us grow, inside and out.
Ahead of #WorldMentalHeathDay on Friday we’re highlighting the role of lifelong learning in building confidence, reducing isolation and supporting mental wellbeing.
Whether it’s a new skill, a new perspective or a new environment, learning helps us grow, inside and out.
This #WorldTeachersDay, we're celebrating our brilliant WEA tutors who teach online and in local venues across England and Scotland. 🎓Thank you!
Hear from our learners about the difference it has made to their learning💚https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5miwxJFFPJc
Hear from our learners about the difference it has made to their learning💚https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5miwxJFFPJc
October 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
This #WorldTeachersDay, we're celebrating our brilliant WEA tutors who teach online and in local venues across England and Scotland. 🎓Thank you!
Hear from our learners about the difference it has made to their learning💚https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5miwxJFFPJc
Hear from our learners about the difference it has made to their learning💚https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5miwxJFFPJc
In order to flourish in her social care career, Favour went in search of a WEA course that would help her to improve her English reading and writing skills. thewea.info/46yBjDt
October 3, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In order to flourish in her social care career, Favour went in search of a WEA course that would help her to improve her English reading and writing skills. thewea.info/46yBjDt
Watch @simonparkinson.bsky.social give his final thoughts from Labour Party Conference @teamlabouruk.bsky.social #lab25
October 1, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Watch @simonparkinson.bsky.social give his final thoughts from Labour Party Conference @teamlabouruk.bsky.social #lab25