Chelsea recognizes learning for changing her life as she receives a special award

Chelsea Malone was selected as the overall winner of Wolverhampton’s first adult education celebration of learning on Monday.

Teachers nominated adult learners from within the service and celebrated their successes in five categories: Above and Beyond; Learning for personal development; Good job; ‘Yes, I can’; and remarkable improvement.

Thirty-one winners were selected across all categories, with Chelsea Malone selected as the overall winner and receiving the award from the Mayor of Wolverhampton, Councilor Linda Leach.

She said: “At the age of 15, I was diagnosed with a host of conditions which affected me severely for many years, including ADHD, autism and anxiety disorder, which caused me to struggle at school and pass the exams.

“When I left school, I ran from one job to another, unable to find anything to support me.

“I had to find a job that would capture my interest and captivate my attention.

“I heard about special educational needs coordinators and wanted to know more.

“I have recently completed and passed a Level 2 childcare course which has motivated and inspired me to progress further in my pursuit of a career as a SENCO.

“Growing up, I struggled and slipped through the net. I don’t want future generations to suffer like I did without support.

“Working towards a career as a SENCO will help me to help them.

“Taking classes at Adult Education Wolverhampton felt like coming home, I finally found a learning environment that fits and they are helping me follow my dream.”

Every year thousands of people take courses with Adult Education Wolverhampton.

To find out more about adult learning courses, visit aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk, call the student services team on 09102 558180 or email [email protected].