Adult learners across Oldham joined hundreds of excited pupils in opening their eagerly anticipated results this week.

As youngsters opened their GCSE results on Thursday (August, 24) from their secondary schools, adult learners also enjoyed opening their results in English and maths from the Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre.

Maliha Latif, from Chadderton, was one such learner who achieved a Level 4 in maths.

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The 32-year-old is now going to study for a postgraduate certificate in education.

Meanwhile, 35-year-old Mediha Ali, from Coldhurst, gained a Level 5 in maths and is set for a volunteer teaching programme.

Both learners first attended Oldham Lifelong Learning as they aspire to become teachers.

Those who attend night classes also opened their results and are on track to return in November to enjoy a formal celebration to recognise their achievements.

Councillor Mohon Ali, Cabinet member for education and skills, said: “Firstly, I want to say a massive congratulations to all our learners who are celebrating their exam results today.

“They have all worked incredibly hard for their grades and I wish them all the greatest success going forward with whatever direction they have chosen.

"I would also like to thank our tutors for their hard work in supporting our residents to achieve these results over the last 12 months.

"Today highlights a fantastic example of the opportunities available here in Oldham and through our Lifelong Learning Centre, residents can work to obtain new qualifications, enhance their career prospects and progress their learning through many of our great courses.

“We are really keen to support our residents’ aspirations so I encourage anyone who is interested in learning something new to get involved with our Lifelong Learning Service.”

Oldham Council's Lifelong Learning Service runs a wide range of subjects, programmes, qualifications, levels and short courses for residents aged 19 and above.

The service enrols around 3,000 learners each year, helping people to improve their confidence and wellbeing as well as develop their skills and enhance their interests in a particular area.

It has an overall qualification achievement rate of 94 per cent, with 99 per cent of learners saying that their learning experience was 'excellent' or 'good'.

If you are aged 19 and over and looking to pick up a new interest or skill that could help you with a change in career or employment, have a look at the council’s Lifelong Learning service for more information at www.oldham.gov.uk/lifelonglearning.

English and Maths are free to anyone who hasn’t already gained their GCSE qualification, while other courses may also be available for free or at a reduced cost depending on people’s personal circumstances.

Residents are advised to consult with the service directly before booking a course.

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