LifeSkills Centre
At Our Future Tutoring, we believe that the journey to independent living starts with real, hands-on experience. That’s why we’ve created the LifeSkills Centre - a fully immersive learning space designed specifically for 16-25-year-olds, including school leavers, care leavers, and those heading off to university.
Our LifeSkills Centre isn’t just a classroom—it’s a bespoke, purpose-built apartment designed to replicate real-life scenarios and the challenges of independent living. Whether you're moving out for the first time, transitioning from care, or preparing for university life, this programme provides the practical skills and confidence needed to manage everyday responsibilities.
Everything takes place in a realistic, fully equipped home environment, where young people gain hands-on experience in budgeting, managing finances, cooking, maintaining a home, and building healthy relationships. This comprehensive, real-world training ensures that participants develop the essential life skills to navigate adulthood and thrive independently.
What We Offer:
At the LifeSkills Centre, Young people engage in hands-on modules designed to develop critical life skills. These modules cover a wide range of areas, helping young people develop the confidence, independence, and resilience needed for adulthood.
The key areas include:
-
Independent Living Skills
-
Financial Literacy & Budgeting
-
Time Management & Organisation
-
Social Skills & Emotional Intelligence
-
Career Readiness & Workplace Skills
Each of these modules empowers young people to build the essential skills that shape a successful adult life. Read more about each module below:
Independent Living Skills
From meal planning and cooking to laundry and cleaning, this module gives young people the chance to manage a household. By participating in these tasks, our young people build confidence in their ability to take care of themselves and others. The hands-on approach ensures that they develop a strong sense of responsibility and gain practical experience that will help them thrive in a real-world setting.
Financial Literacy & Budgeting
Learning to manage money is one of the most valuable skills a young adult can have. Through realistic budgeting exercises, our young people gain hands-on experience with managing their finances, setting goals, and avoiding debt. This module focuses on teaching young people how to budget effectively, understand financial priorities, and make informed decisions about their spending.
Time Management & Organisation
How do you juggle work, social life, and personal responsibilities? This module teaches young people how to organise schedules, prioritise tasks, and reduce stress. By learning these skills, our young people will be able to balance their day-to-day activities, meet deadlines, and develop good habits for productivity and efficiency.
Social Skills & Emotional Intelligence
Building strong, healthy relationships is essential for success, both in personal life and at work. This module focuses on developing emotional intelligence, active listening, and conflict resolution skills. By practising these skills, young people will learn how to navigate social situations, manage difficult conversations, and maintain healthy relationships with others.
Career Readiness & Workplace Skills
As young people prepare to enter the workforce, this module equips them with the skills necessary for success in their professional lives. From CV writing and interview preparation to workplace etiquette and professionalism, our young people are guided through the essential elements of job applications, workplace expectations, and career development. This module helps young people build the confidence to stand out to potential employers and transition smoothly into the workforce.
Why It Matters
The LifeSkills Centre is more than just a learning space—it’s a transformative experience that empowers young people with the confidence, resilience, and practical know-how to thrive in adulthood. By mastering essential life skills, they gain the independence to navigate real-world challenges, from managing finances to sustaining healthy relationships and excelling in their careers.
This programme doesn’t just prepare young people for independent living - it equips them with the mindset and skills to build a fulfilling, self-sufficient future. Whether they are stepping into employment, higher education, or their own home for the first time, the lessons learned here become the cornerstone of their success.
At Our Future Tutoring, we believe that independence isn’t just about living alone - it’s about living capably, confidently, and with purpose. The LifeSkills Centre provides the practical tools and guidance to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to thrive, not just survive.
