Rosemount Flexicentre

Provides a wide and ever changing programme of classes and activities for people who live or work in North Glasgow. It improves skills, qualifications, confidence and aspirations and helps people move onto college or work. The Flexicentre offers Adult Literacy and Numeracy, ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages), IT and internet access, guidance, and a wide range of classes. 

Informal classes include health related and arts activities, while accredited classes include European Computer Driving Licence and British Sign Language. Fees are charged for some accredited classes, but learners are encouraged to take out Individual Learning Accounts to cover the costs.

The centre is open six days a week, including four evenings. The Flexicentre crèche enables parents to take part in all classes and activities.

Funding comes from European Social Fund, Glasgow City Council Social Inclusion Budget, Paul Hamlyn Foundation, Robertson Trust, Hugh Fraser Foundation, Glasgow Community Learning Adult Literacy and Numeracy Strategy Partnership, Glasgow City Council Childcare Strategy and Glasgow Works.

Rosemount Flexicentre learners have recently taken part in a two year research study undertaken by Glasgow University, funded by the European Social Fund. The main aim of the study was to understand the impact of community based learning at the Centre of the lives and employability of the learners. Flexicentre learners filled out questionnaires, took part in focus groups and were trained to interview people who don’t currently use the Centre. The report has recorded some fascinating findings about learning experiences, social relationships, integration and employability. It highlights what the Flexicentre does best and how it could improve. The full report is available for purchase at £10 plus £1.50 postage and packing. If you would like to order a copy, please call 0141 552 3090 or email admin@rosemount.ac.uk.

Flexicentre Executive Summary

Making a Difference

A unique personal and social development programme for parents aged 16 -25 who are social housing tenants. They learn parenting and life skills and increase their confidence and good health. The programme runs in Royston and the Gallowgate - with a new programme starting in Toryglen April 2010.

Funded by the Big Lottery, Glasgow Housing Association and the Scottish Government Wider Role fund. For info, contact Joan McManus.

Making a difference handbook

Final MAD Evaluation Report July 2010

Other services at Rosemount

Work Development Network Co-ordinator – supports people with severe and enduring mental health problems who want a job or to keep their existing job. (Funded by Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board)

North Glasgow Men’s Group  - helps men who feel isolated increase their sense of wellbeing, confidence, self-esteem and helps them to develop social networks.

Information, support and guidance -  for unemployed North Glasgow residents, especially those over 50s or from Black and Minority ethnic communities. (Funded by Glasgow Works)