Real Life Learning Limited

02/03/2026

Our services can help your organisation to support staff. Call us to find out how our services can help people to thrive in their roles.
07794380601. 😊

01/03/2026

‘The coaching with Rob, it changed my life’.
(Lauren, NHS)

Real Life Learning was founded by Rob Pickersgill in 2019. Rob is now the Managing Director and has previously spent over 20 years teaching in the Further Education and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities sectors. Rob specialises in helping organisations to support their staff with disabiliti...

11/02/2026

We love receiving feedback like this 💛

"Thank you Laura Leeson.
I'm genuinely amazed by how everything has come together once I finally had exactly what I needed. It's been such an eye-opening experience discovering technology and tools I never even knew existed - they've made such a huge difference in how I approach things now.

The strategies I've learnt from Laura have been on another level. Laura has given me clarity, direction, and the kind of practical, actionable steps I was missing before. I feel more confident, capable, and aligned than ever.

I'm incredibly grateful for the progress I've made and for the support from Laura that has helped me unlock this new level of growth and possibility"
- Kari, NHS.

We're so proud to have Laura as part of the Real Life Learning team ⭐️

04/02/2026

Did you know that if you have a new health condition or neurodivergent diagnosis that you can request a Workplace needs assessment via your employer?

We charge £345 plus VAT (payable by your employer) and this includes a full report with reasonable adjustment recommendations to help you thrive in your role.

Get the support you need at work. 🤓

03/02/2026

Does it really make a difference when you get a ‘later in life’ diagnosis?
Hear Rob’s personal experience and what helped him… 👍

03/02/2026

Rob shares his ‘later in life’ autism diagnosis for the first time…

If you think you might be neurodivergent why not give us a call. We can explain how you can go about getting an assessment for dyslexia, ADHD, autism… 😊✅

02/02/2026

Rob shares his own autism diagnosis for the first time … 😊✅
Do you suspect you may be neurodivergent?
Why not reach out to Rob to explore how you can get assessed and the support you might require.

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22/01/2026

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? 👋
Our Real Life Learning coach Amy Louise is currently working towards her Level 2 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification 🎉

Amy Louise is our Lived Experience Neurodivergent Coach and Mental Health First Aider. Please contact us if you would like coaching with Amy Louise

📩 info@reallifelearning.co.uk
📞 07759 405033

15/01/2026

We love seeing meaningful representation 🩵
The new autisitic Barbie is a positive step towards inclusion, understanding and celebrating neurodiversity.

Meet the first autistic Barbie from Mattel — created with guidance from the autistic community to provide authentic representation in the Barbie Fashionistas line.

Careful, considerate design in the movement of the doll's arms and hands means that Barbie can stim. She also has a stim toy on her finger and noise-cancelling ear defenders to help with sensory overwhelm. Barbie is seen wearing sensory fashion in a loose-fitting dress.

Barbie has a digital tablet to support her communication. Most importantly, she wears a bright smile to reflect on the positivity of being neurodivergent.

No two autistic individuals are the same, but this doll is a superb example of representation.

We'd love to see Barbie wearing the Sunflower lanyard!

I am autistic Sunflower cards 👉 https://bit.ly/49oC6qw



Read more: https://bbc.in/49xunqp

09/01/2026

My ‘Why’

As a young boy back in the early 1980s I was introduced to the local ‘Riding for the Disabled’, in the Forest of Dean, by my late mother, Maggie. Maggie was a lifelong horsewoman and loved the outdoors.

It was here that I met and got to know boys and girls whose families were struggling.
One 13 year old boy had the same name as me back then - Jason. We became good friends. Maggie explained how Jason lived with his father who struggled with looking after him.

This was my first insight into the challenges faced by our riding guests and I began to understand, on a very simple level, that I could be a part of their support community.

Through the vehicle of horse riding came enjoyment and new friendships. I learned so much from Jason - he was a natural leader. My empathy and understanding of his personal circumstances grew and I was fascinated by the experience and the impact it had on myself.

Jason taught me so much. He seemed so confident and self assured, much moreso than I.
I remember thinking that I who was learning the most from our new found relationship!

I also understood that I could be a small part of the process of helping people to heal, develop and grow. I felt ‘warm’ inside knowing that I could both help others and feel good about my own contributions. It was the first time I had volunteered for something and I felt valued for my contributions. I knew I wanted to feel this positive experience more.

Fast forwards to 2026 and Real Life Learning have evolved to support organisations to help their staff with complex needs. Disabilities, neurodiversities or other, our team of professionals - coaches, psychologists, counsellors and support workers help people to adapt and enjoy their working experiences.

Maggie passed away in 2017, before Real Life Learning was born. I hope she is watching now.
I think she would love what we are doing to help, support and care for people at work.

That small introduction in 1982 has since made such a difference to many peoples’ lives, including my own. I can now clearly see the path that was laid before myself, and others, with that one opportunity.

Quite a ‘ripple effect’.
Thank you, Maggie.

That is my ‘Why’.

Perhaps you have a similar story to share?

Question for you. What support needs do your staff have that you’d like help with?

For a confidential chat please do reach out to me.

Thank you for reading my story.

Rob Pickersgill
MD
Real Life Learning
rob@reallifelearning.co.uk