Lifelong Learning Labs

Lifelong learning powers our skills, our confidence, our communities, our future.

During periods of rebuilding and reinvention, governments treated adult learning as the catalyst for renewal.

But somewhere along the way, learning stopped being a priority.

We know lifelong learning drives change. So, we’re building a new lab, to test new ideas, shake up old ones, and reignite lifelong learning, and we want you in the experiment too.

Together, we can build a future where learning never stops. Because adults deserve better.

What we're doing:

We’re designing the future of adult learning. We'll:

🧬 Investigate themes: We’ll explore six themes that link to lifelong learning, treating each as an experiment
🧪 Gather evidence: We’ll run expert roundtables to examine research, share insights, and give bold ideas
🔬 Listen to learners and the public: We’ll ask for real experiences and views, ensuring learner and community voices guide us (you can submit evidence here)
🧬 Challenge assumptions: We'll stress test our recommendations to ensure they hold up
🧪 Examine findings: By the end of 2026, we’ll bring together the evidence, insights, and public input into a set of conclusions
🔬 Publish a new blueprint for lifelong learning: An exciting vision and roadmap that government can’t ignore