Stockport Skills Centre
T. 0161 476 7400
E. Stockport@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
At Stockport Skills Centre, we offer an excellent opportunity for learners to achieve their goals and progress into further education or employment. We provide a warm and friendly learning environment with a well-stocked kitchen where learners can help themselves to breakfast and snacks throughout the day.
Learners have access to a full-time Keyworker and an Inclusion Coordinator to support their wellbeing and personal development.
Located in Stockport town centre, our site offers easy access to public transport and local shops. The Centre provides high-quality, tailored education programmes designed to meet each learner’s individual needs.
Courses available:
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Health and Social Care Level 1 and Level 2
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English Functional Skills Entry Level 3 to Level 2
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English GCSE
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Maths Functional Skills Entry Level 3 to Level 2
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Maths GCSE
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Employability Level 1 and Level 2
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Customer Service Level 2
Skill Centre Manager
We have three enrolment dates each academic year in September, November and January.
Our programmes are for young people aged 16 to 19, or up to 24 for those with an Education, Health and Care Plan.
No formal entry requirements are needed.
Yes, learners can take part in work experience to help build confidence and develop practical skills for employment.
Learners can progress to further education, employment, training or apprenticeships depending on their chosen pathway.
Our Stockport Centre offers a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere with small class sizes and personalised support to help each learner succeed.
Autumn Term 2025
Induction Weeks
- September Starts: 1 – 5 September 2025
- November Starts: 27 – 31 October 2025
Teaching Weeks
- September Cohort: Begins week commencing 8 September 2025
- November Cohort: Begins week commencing 3 November 2025
Term Dates
- Monday 1 September – Friday 24 October 2025
- Half Term: 27 – 31 October 2025 (Off)
- Monday 3 November – Friday 19 December 2025
- Christmas Break: 22 December 2025 – 2 January 2026 (Off)
Key Events
- Review Week: 8 – 12 December 2025
- Parents’ Evenings:
- 11 December, 2pm – 6pm
- Phone or Teams meetings available on request
- Exam Week: 15 – 19 December 2025
- Learner Forums:
- 26 October 2025
- 20 December 2025
Spring Term 2026
Induction Week
- 12 – 16 January 2026
Teaching Weeks
- Lessons begin week commencing 19 January 2026
- Monday 5 January – Friday 13 February 2026
- Half Term: 16 – 20 February 2026 (Off)
- 23 February – 27 March 2026
- Easter Break: 30 March – 10 April 2026 (Off)
Key Events
- Review Week: 16 – 20 March 2026
- Parents’ Evenings:
- 17 March, 2pm – 6pm
- phone or Teams meetings available on request
- Exam Weeks:
- 9 – 13 February 2026
- 23 – 27 March 2026
- Learner Forums:
- 12 February 2026
- 24 March 2026
Summer Term 2026
Term Dates
- Monday 13 April – Friday 22 May 2026
- May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 4 May 2026 (Off)
- Half Term: 25 – 29 May 2026 (Off)
- Monday 1 June – Friday 25 July 2026
Key Events
- Review Week: 1 – 5 June 2026
- Exam Weeks:
- 20 – 24 April 2026
- 18 – 22 May 2026
- 8 – 12 June 2026
- 13 – 17 July 2026
- Mop-Up Week: 27 – 31 July 2026
- Learner Forums:
- 21 May 2026
- 7 July 2026
Level 1 Certificate for Working in the Health, Adult and Child Care Sectors
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Health and Social Care
Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service
Level 1 and Level 2 Employability Skills
Stockport Skills Centre
Graylaw House, Chestergate, Stockport, SK1 1LZ
We are located in Stockport town centre and is easily accessible by bus and train.
