Gorton Hub
Gorton Hub is a modern building in Gorton, Manchester. It houses Gorton Library, a Jobcentre+, Gorton Medical Centre, One Manchester, Manchester Local Care Organisation and our learning centre. It is one of our smaller learning centres, comprising of two classrooms.
Opening hours
This centre is looked after by our business support staff at Longsight Library and Learning Centre.
If you have any queries, please contact the team on 0161 227 3711.
The business support team are available between 9:00am-4:00pm.
Accessibility
The centre is fully wheelchair accessible with lifts, ramps and accessible toilets.
Directions
All of our centres have multiple options for transport, so whatever your preference, you can access one of our learning centres.
Walk and cycle
Gorton Hub is located between Garrat Way and Hyde Road, in a busy area of Gorton, making it easily accessible on foot from the local area.
5-minute cycle from the Fallowfield loop; a protected cycle and walkway.
There are cycling racks are available outside the front and back of centre to secure your bike.
Bus and tram
If walking or cycling isn’t an option, Gorton Hub is well served by local buses, including the 7, 201, 202, 203, 205, 705 706 from Hyde Road and the 7, 53, 150, 171, 172, 205, 688, 705, 706, 713, 725, 727, 748 from Garratt Way.
These buses run from a stop just outside the centre.
For the most up-to-date information for public transport, please visit: TFGM
Car
From the M60: Head north and exit on Junction 24 onto the A57. Continue straight until you reach Whitehall Way, turn right. Turn right again onto Garratt Way. Turn right onto Robertson Close.
Once there, there is car parking at rear (entrance on Robertson Close).
What can I study at Gorton Hub?
Despite being a small centre, we have a wide range of subjects taught such as ESOL, English, Counselling, Maths, and Education.
E3/L1 Essential Digital Skills
On this course, you’ll learn how to use different devices for handling information, creating and editing, communicating, and transacting while remaining safe, secure and responsible online.
Functional Skills Maths
Available at five different levels from entry to Level 2, with Functional Skills Maths you will have the chance to gain nationally recognised Functional Maths qualification.
L3 Counselling
On this course you will learn about how to use counselling skills as part of your functional role, or is particularly ideal for those who are looking to progress towards accredited counsellor status.
L2 Support Work in Schools
Through studying the Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges, you will gain the skills and knowledge needed to work, or volunteer, in a school or college setting.
Functional Skills English
Functional Skills English is a nationally recognised qualification useful for gaining employment, retraining or advancing your career.