Jackie's class

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Click on the picture above to watch a clip of Jackie in her literacy class.

Tip

Adult classes are usually friendly, social and supportive places to learn.

Often reading and writing courses are free to join.

Advice line

Advice line

Would you like to join a course to improve your reading and writing, like Jackie in this clip? To find out more about free local courses call our advice line on 08000 150 950.

Or text the message WORDS to 81010 to get the advice line number sent to your phone, so you have it to hand in future.

Calls are free from most landlines but some mobile operators may charge for the call. Text messages cost 12-15p.

You can also ask for advice in libraries, job centres and colleges. And if you are in a union you can ask your union learning rep.

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