Absolutely. Qualifications have no age limit. Functional Skills in English and Maths can be taken at any point and are widely recognised by employers and colleges. Vocational qualifications – in areas like construction, health and social care, digital, and hospitality – are available through training providers and colleges for learners of any age. GCSEs can also be retaken through adult education.

Many young people find that stepping away from the pressure of school actually makes it easier to engage with qualifications when they return to them in a different setting.