Student Story: Horticulture
  Acau tells us about her ‘whirlwind romance’ with horticulture, which has taken her all the way to the well-tended gardens of Buckingham Palace…. Name:  Acau Bailey Institution:  Capel Manor College Course:  BTEC National Diploma in Horticulture Acau Bailey from Camden Town is originally from Vietnam, where farming was part of her heritage. She denied her passion for a career in gardening as a teenager and decided to study business instead. She ended up working for 12 years at a nursery school and spent a further seven...

Adult education explained
For those thinking about it, the world of adult education can seem daunting. Going back to learning is not always easy after years spent as a working adult. However, adult education classes can be a great way to meet like-minded people and learn something new that might even help to progress your career.   Subject The subject you choose to study is one of the most important considerations when embarking on adult education. You need to opt for something that is going to stimulate and interest you so that you want to keep working on the course. Unlike when you...