A GAMSOL programme · For adult learners
The Second Chance Programme — adult learning within GAMSOL.
Second Chance is one of several programmes delivered by GAMSOL, the Gambia School of Open Learning. It is built specifically for adults who left school early — giving you the opportunity to earn a recognised basic or senior secondary certificate through flexible, mostly-online study. Whether life took you in a different direction or circumstances kept you out of the classroom, GAMSOL is here to help you finish what you started.
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245
Total applicants
189
Active learners
67
Completed programmes
85%
Programme success rate
The challenge
Most adults who leave school early face the same handful of barriers. None of them are about ability.
How GAMSOL helps
The Second Chance Programme is designed to remove every one of those barriers, one by one.
Flexible scheduling
Study when it works for your life — no fixed timetable, no rigid school day.
Affordable access
Minimal cost, with financial assistance available for learners who need it.
Online platform
Learn from anywhere with a basic internet connection — phone, tablet, or laptop.
Supportive environment
Adult-focused curriculum, mentorship, and tutors who understand your context.
Credit recognition
Bring forward credits and life experience that count toward your qualification.
The data behind the programme
52.3 %
Adult literacy rate (Female, 15+)
COL Gender Country Profile, 2022
65.3 %
Adult literacy rate (Male, 15+)
COL Gender Country Profile, 2022
46.7 % of 15–64
Labour force participation (Female)
COL Gender Country Profile, 2023
51.1 % of 15–64
Labour force participation (Male)
COL Gender Country Profile, 2023
8.6 %
Women's seats in national parliament
COL Gender Country Profile, 2022
Source: Commonwealth of Learning — Gender Country Profile, The Gambia.
Every part of the programme is built around the unique needs of adult learners — flexibility, support, and respect for your time.
Study on your schedule
Lessons are delivered through the GAMSOL Moodle platform 24/7. Watch on your phone during a break, on your tablet at home in the evening, or on a laptop wherever it fits your life. No physical attendance requirement.
Move at your own pace
Advance through coursework based on mastery, not seat time. Already know the material? Test out and move on. Need extra time? Take it without penalty.
Education that matters
Courses connect to practical skills you can use in your career and daily life. Project-based and grounded in the realities of life and work in The Gambia.
You're never alone
From academic advisors to technical support, we provide assistance throughout your educational journey. Career guidance, peer learning communities, and counselling included.
Getting started is easier than you think.
Complete a short comprehension assessment so we can place you at the right academic level and tailor your learning path.
Enrol in the programme and complete a short orientation covering platform navigation, study strategies, and what to expect.
Access your customised curriculum and begin working through required courses at your own pace, with full tutor support.
Complete the requirements and receive your nationally recognised basic or senior secondary qualification.
Comprehensive assistance every step of the way.
One-on-one tutoring available · Study groups & peer collaboration · Regular check-ins with academic advisors · Progress tracking and goal setting.
Platform tutorials & training · 24/7 technical help desk · Phone and email assistance · Mobile app for learning on the go.
Flexible payment plans · Childcare resources & referrals · Career counselling and job placement · Mental health and wellbeing support.
Take the first step toward your basic or senior secondary qualification today. The Second Chance team is ready to walk you through eligibility, fees, and the right starting level.