Case studies and testimonials

Read about some of our learners at FACES and hear how they benefited from attending our courses.
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Bobinsana Woodcraft

Neil previously worked as a graphic designer for a small charity in Sheffield. He left this job during the COVID pandemic, after struggling with his mental health, and founded Bobinsana Woodcraft.

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Mohammed Abdo

Mohammed decided to return to education to update his digital skills and enrolled on a short course with FACES in 2023.

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Anna F

Anna is currently attending a Functional Skills Entry 3 course. She left school with no formal education and decided to attend FACES English classes to improve her skills.

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Christina B

Christina is enrolled on the Functional Skills Level 1 course with FACES. Christina came to the UK in 2016 from Holland. She got a job in caring and catering but found it challenging to develop her career due to the language barrier.

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Muna helping a neighbor with her new English skills

The Furnival

Muna has attended Creative English courses as well as an ESOL course. Muna shared her learning journey.

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Infinite Skills

Faisa’s primary goal was to improve her English to better support her family, integrate into the local community, and access employment opportunities.

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Saeid

Saeid is a shining example of community spirit and dedication, proudly serving as a Community Champion at Learn for Life supporting the Tenants and Residents Association (TARA) in Lodge Moor. 

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Testimonials

Sheper, Digital Skills learner

“I feel the course is giving me little drops of confidence each week. I’m no longer fazed by I.T. and am now able to complete task sheets on my own. I appreciate being able to learn at a pace which is suitable for me in a relaxed learning environment. Enrolling on the Digital Skills course at FACES has enabled me to step out of my comfort zone and has encouraged me to achieve my goals.”

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Wahba, FACES Functional Skills learner

“I have gained confidence and can do lots more independently! When I first came to the UK 5 years ago, I didn’t have the confidence to speak to anyone or travel on public transport alone.  However, attending the FACES English course has given me the courage to communicate with people. I can now speak to my child’s nursery teacher on my own and no longer need a translator or my husband to come to the GP with me.” 

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