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The UK government's strategy to improve adult literacy and numeracy in England, 'Skills for life' [indexed at TD/IRD 88.171], has raised the profile of adult numeracy as never before and makes a strong connection between learning, qualifications and employability, but there is as yet no evidence of the outcome of numeracy tuition for adults in terms of employability. This project is an attempt to shed light on this important issue, from the perspective of former 'Skills for life' numeracy learners. The study investigated the employment outcomes of adults who had attended and subsequently left 'Skills for life' numeracy tuition, in order to gather evidence of the effect of numeracy tuition on their employment outcomes and employability. Respondents felt that, through attendance at adult numeracy classes, they had improved significantly in terms of: self-esteem; perceived improvement in basic skills; and attitude towards education and training. There is a need for further research in this area. Contacting ex-learners is a very significant practical problem. A longitudinal study following learners through 'Skills for life' courses into employment is needed.