Start your journey with
flexible learning

Riverside Learning & Education Centre, rated 'Good' by Ofsted, is a vocational training charity that has created opportunities for people across Liverpool for over 30 years. By offering close support and individual attention, our aim is to help you on your way to building confidence and personal development. Contact us today to learn more about our flexible learning programs.

Creating Opportunities!

Founded in Liverpool in 1979, Riverside Learning & Education Centre offers tools, support and guidance to individuals who wish to get back into the world of work. One of our main goals is to help you believe you can achieve, offering a helping hand to overcome challenges, and providing guidance as to your options and the opportunities our courses can create for you.

We predominantly work on a 1:1 basis but can also work as part of small groups to ensure you receive the support you need. This support frequently results in increased confidence, self-worth, and ambition.

Learning at Level 3 or above will be funded by an Advanced Leaner loan (similar to university loans and with the same rules), and we can assist with the application process for this. With a team that is with you 100%, we'll help you get the most out of your course. Email our team today to discuss your ambitions.

NEWS & EVENTS

Our courses

Early Years
Children's Care
Teaching Assistant
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant

These courses are at Levels 2, 3 and 4, and are available to over 19s, whether employed or unemployed.

TEACHING ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS

Early years and teacher assistant training

The Riverside Learning & Education Centre in Liverpool specialises in Teaching Assistant training and Early Years Educator training. Our courses are delivered to meet individual needs and family commitments, helping you take the first steps to fulfilling your potential. We welcome applicants from all situations, especially those hoping to return to work after an extended period out of it.

CHILDCARE QUALIFICATIONS

Important steps for your future

Raising children and caring for a family is a full-time job, and one that often means your personal goals are put on hold. We have a 30-year track record in assisting individuals back into work and enabling them to progress in their chosen fields. Get in touch and discover how we can help you start your new career.

RESOURCES

Community Learning & Projects

ICT

Our Drop-In Computer Centre can assist everyone from absolute beginner to advanced level. We have modern equipment and learning programmes that will improve your skills, delivered at your own pace.

Students
Jobhunters
Hobbies and interests
or simply want to keep ahead of the kids / grandkids?

Monday to Thursday 9:30-4:00

Contact us on 01517093637 to arrange a visit

Community food

The community food programme helps people who need food items to supplement their weekly shop, and at the same time prevents waste.

Our support changes as items are available however, best times are Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

This is delivered in conjunction with Fareshare, Tesco and Asda.

Contact us for more information.

Other projects

Being a community-based organisation, we are keen to assist local people. Recently we assisted the City Council, and Citizens Advice Liverpool distribute fuel support to qualifying over 65's and processed a total of £35,000 worth of fuel grant applications.

This project was delivered by our team of volunteers who have gained skills by using our Drop-In activities.

More information coming soon as opportunities arise!

Alternative education

For some students the traditional school environment is not a place they feel they can concentrate, develop and flourish. In these cases, Riverside Learning & Education Centre, awarded 'Good' by Ofsted, offers pre-16 alternative education.

Please note that due to a change in Liverpool Education departments policy, we can no longer take direct referrals. (please contact the A.P.T. Liverpool team).

We continue to hope for a change in policy and seek alternate funding to reintroduce this student focused learning through after school homework clubs and other forms of support.

"Amazing Experience! Staff were helpful and supportive. Would highly recommend."

Student Survey - Dec, 2019

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"I have learnt so much and pushed myself to gain the qualification. All has been brilliant."

Student Survey - Dec, 2019

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"Riverside's tutors could not have done more to help me become the person i am today. Helped me gain employment and a new lease of life."

Student Survey - Dec, 2019

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