As noted earlier, there is a scarcity of research, which has investigated the experiences of teachers and students in “second chance” course. The picture developed to date regarding an adult learning environment for young school leavers is a complex one. While the literature reveals that an adult learning environment may be crucial to re-engagement for early school leavers, there are some cautionary notes sounded regarding some aspects of the adult learning environment for these young people. The purpose of this paper is to explore how both teachers and student in a foundation skills program for early school leavers perceive and respond to the adult learning environment of TAFE.