Get Further

Attending the AELP National Conference next week? Come and speak to us at stand 26! We’d love to tell you more about our work. If not, reach out to Annabel Richardson to set up a call: annabel.richardson@getfurther.org.uk

Our programme offers 55 hours of fully resourced, small-group tuition to learners working toward, or about to begin, an apprenticeship. We’re always keen to connect with like-minded individuals & organisations who are passionate about lifelong learning & want to explore how we can support.

Through our FSQ Tuition Programme, we are proud to work with employers and providers who share our commitment to giving learners opportunities to build vital skills and earn valuable qualifications.

The recent removal of English and maths exit requirements, alongside cuts to adult education funding, has made it harder for many to gain the literacy and numeracy skills and qualifications that unlock career opportunities and progression.

Strong literacy and numeracy skills (and recognised qualifications) open doors to employment & progression:
📊 Over 70% of employers rank literacy & numeracy in their top three considerations when hiring school & college leavers.
🔓 A third of employers require L2 English/maths for entry-level roles.

When adults learn, our society and economy thrive. That’s why we’re proud to have signed the #GetTheNationLearning charter launched by @learnworkuk.bsky.social. This campaign brings together organisations committed to championing lifelong learning, and it comes at a crucial time. Here's why...🧵

It's great to see @thefea.bsky.social continuing to highlight the importance of investment in a 16-19 Student Premium to improve outcomes for economically disadvantaged young people. Our response to the spending review focuses on this topic. You can read it here: getfurther.org.uk/spending-rev...

Spending Review 2025: Our Response - Get Further We are pleased that the spending plans set out for 2026/27 to 2028/29 in today’s Spending Review include additional investment in high-quality training opportunities for young people, as well as suppo...

This is why we have been campaigning for the introduction of a 16-19 Student Premium. We hope the DfE takes steps to resolve the stark disparities between pre-16 and post-16 support as part of it's review of Pupil Premium allocation. Find out more: getfurther.org.uk/spending-rev...

Currently, Pupil Premium funding stops at age 16 – two years before the end of compulsory education. With over half of students from disadvantaged backgrounds missing GCSE English & maths at 16, these final two years are critical for enabling them to secure qualifications that unlock opportunities.

While we are pleased the plans include investment in training opportunities for young people & support for expanding free meal eligibility in post-16 settings, we are disappointed it does not commit additional funding to support the attainment of post-16 learners from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Spending Review 2025: Our Response - Get Further We are pleased that the spending plans set out for 2026/27 to 2028/29 in today’s Spending Review include additional investment in high-quality training opportunities for young people, as well as suppo...

Our response to the 2025 Spending Review is now up 👇 getfurther.org.uk/spending-rev...

We’re proud to be working alongside a group of passionate experts committed to improving outcomes for disproportionately disadvantaged learners studying English and maths up to GCSE level in post-16 education.

Find out more about us and how you can join on the coalition site: englishandmaths.org

A list of the EMC's principals: 1. Aspiration for All Students We believe everyone can succeed in English and maths. Our commitment is to make these subjects accessible and enjoyable in all their forms, continuing beyond 16. 2. Fair Funding and Support We advocate for coherent, equitable funding across pre- and post-16 education — including a 16–19 Student Premium — to help close the disadvantage gap by age 19. 3. Professional Development for FE Teachers High-quality, subject-specific professional development is vital. We support expert training for FE English and maths teachers to help them thrive. 4. Tailored Support for Students Students continuing English and maths should have access to one-to-one or small-group tuition to rebuild confidence and make real progress. 5. Accountability and Recognition Accountability should reward effort and impact, celebrating the work of FE colleges and encouraging inclusive, student-focused practices.

Last month, we announced our involvement in the newly formed English & Maths Coalition (EMC). But what do we stand for? 🤔

The EMC is guided by a set of shared principles that reflect our vision for equitable, high-quality post-16 English and maths provision:

If this sounds like you, don’t second guess yourself! Apply by 9am on Tuesday 27th May, and don't hesitate to reach out with any questions: getfurther.org.uk/trustee-role...

We’re especially keen to hear from people who:
🎯 Have lived experience of resitting GCSEs or studying a Level 2 English/maths qualification post-16.
🎯 Faced barriers to accessing support in education.
🎯 Bring skills in law, fundraising, impact evaluation or FE sector experience.

You don’t need decades of experience to make a meaningful contribution. What matters is your passion for tackling educational inequality and your belief that background should never be a barrier to opportunity.

Diversity in leadership matters, and that includes age. Boards that reflect a wide range of perspectives make better decisions. This is especially true for organisations like us - we want our board to reflect the many young people we support to resit their GCSEs or gain other crucial qualifications.

Did you know that just 1% of charity trustees are age 30 or younger? Last month, a report from the Charity Commission and Pro Bono Economics highlighted a staggering lack of age diversity on trustee boards:

📊 The average trustee age is 65–69
📊 Only 8% are under 45

We’re so proud of how far this programme has come, and even more excited for what’s ahead!

EEF Trial: GCSE Resit Tuition Programme - Get Further Could your GCSE resit students benefit from extra support? We now are delivering our innovative tutoring programme at a subsidised rate.

Looking ahead, we’re excited that the programme will be part of a trial with the EFF next year, allowing us to support an additional 4,100 students. We’re still looking for partners, so if your college is interested in running a programme, check out the link below: getfurther.org.uk/gcse-resit-t...

None of this would be possible without our incredible tutors, partners, supporters, and central team. Thank you for your continued dedication and belief in what we do.

Our programme narrows the attainment gap:
🔹 In GCSE maths, the gap narrows to just 2.5 percentage points.
🔹 In GCSE English, the gap is not only closed—it’s reversed, with disadvantaged students outperforming their peers by 1.6 percentage points.

But what we’re most proud of is how our programme helps close the attainment gap. Nationally, disadvantaged students face significant barriers, with pass rates 10.7 and 13.4 percentage points lower in maths and English, respectively, compared to their peers.

The programme started as a pilot of just 31 maths students in 2018. Since then, we've supported thousands of students. In last three years, students who attended more than a term of tuition achieved GCSE pass rates 70% higher than the national average for maths & 76% higher for English.

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce we’ve been shortlisted as finalists for The Charity Awards 2025 in the Education & Training category for our GCSE Resit Tuition Programme! Find out more about the programme and why we've been shortlisted here: charityawards.co.uk/2025-awards/...
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Applications to tutor with us in 2025/26 are now open! This is a flexible and rewarding role where you’ll gain valuable experience in the education sector and make a meaningful difference in your community. But what's it actually like to tutor with Get Further? Find out in the video below 👇

🚨 We're hiring! Get Further is looking for passionate Programme Coordinators across England to play a key role in the delivery of our programmes and have a hands-on impact on student futures. 📚 Find our more apply: getfurther.org.uk/get-involved...
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Tutor Award Nominations 2024/25 - Get Further We’re thrilled to be hosting our very first in-person Tutor Awards ceremony on Tuesday, 8th April! This special event will bring together Get Further’s tutors, central team, college partners, funders,...

Find out more about the award categories and shorlisted nominees on our blog: getfurther.org.uk/tutor-award-...

Again and again, students told us how their tutors have boosted their confidence and helped them finally understand parts of English and maths they never thought they could. This speaks volumes about the dedication, skill, and impact of our tutors. And tonight is about celebrating all of them.

The hardest part about preparing for tonight’s Tutor Awards? Shortlisting nominees for our Student Choice Award!

We were blown away by the sheer volume of moving and joyful messages. In fact, even quotes like the ones below — which are truly amazing — didn’t make the final shortlist.