Wigan Skills Centre
T: 01942 527775
E: Wigan@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
Our Education Programmes offer a supportive, tailored learning experience for young people aged 16 to 18 (up to 24 with an EHCP).
Our hands-on learning facilities include two fully equipped construction workshops and a professional training salon, alongside comfortable classrooms, a learner kitchen and lounge and a subsidised shop, all designed to help you thrive and support your learning journey.
At Wigan Skills Centre we have excellent achievement rates with learners encouraged and supported to achieve to the best of their ability. We believe that every learner can achieve regardless of their starting point or prior experience of learning and are committed to helping overcome barriers. Learners will have an individualised programme tailored to their own interests and goals.
Progression opportunities include employment, further education or training and apprenticeships.
Centre Manager - Amy Mansour
E. amy.mansour@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
T. 07543 220101
We offer three enrolment dates across the academic year – September, November, and January. Please contact us for more information.
There are no formal entry requirements, because we know everyone’s journey is unique.
Our programmes are tailored to meet your individual needs, helping you grow with confidence, whatever your starting point.
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Friendly, skilled staff provide guidance and support in both classroom and practical learning
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Expert advice from apprenticeship advisors and independent Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG)
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Hands-on experience and work-based learning to prepare you for your next steps
Yes, we take pride in giving back through community projects and events, helping to enhance learners’ employability while supporting the local area.
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Olivia Tillotson – olivia.tillotson@gceducationandskills.ac.uk | 01942 527775
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General enquiries – wigan@gceducationandskills.ac.uk | 01942 527775
Yes. If you have not yet achieved the required qualifications in English and/or maths, your programme may include:
- Functional Skills English
- Functional Skills Maths
- GCSE English
- GCSE Maths
These qualifications can help improve your future education and employment opportunities.
We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where every learner feels valued, respected and able to achieve their full potential.
Our dedicated team provides support for learners' wellbeing, safeguarding and additional learning needs. We promote equality, celebrate diversity and work closely with learners to ensure they have access to the support and guidance needed to succeed.
Whether you have concerns about your wellbeing, need additional learning support, or simply want advice and guidance, our team is here to help.
To find out more about safeguarding, wellbeing and learner support, please visit our Safeguarding and Inclusion page.
Level 1 Hair and Beauty Therapy
Level 1 in Construction Multiskills
Level 1 Health and Care
Level 2 in Health and Care
Level 2 in Sport, Fitness and Active Leisure
Level 1 in Carpentry and Joinery
Who to contact at this Skills Centre if you are concerned about yourself or a friend/peer:
Amy Mansour
T: 01942 527775
E: Wigan@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
Wigan Skills Centre
Pennyhurst Mill, Haig Street, Wigan WN3 4AZ
Our centre is within a five-minute walk of both Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western train stations, and a ten-minute walk from the town centre bus station.
