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This series of projects is designed to lower stress and promote a healthy and calm mind. The projects are suitable for all levels of experience. The emphasis on this arts course is about using applied art processes with some emphasis on basic drawing skills as a starting point. Every lesson you will be guided with advice and tips when working with specific skills and techniques. A focus on the enjoyment of the creative process will allow you to discover your creative mindset and help you forget daily distractions. As you build up a collection of work you will start to feel a sense of self-accomplishment from each task. This term we will cover the following processes: - printmaking- collage. This course is a suitable for those who have attended art classes in the past and feel that they would enjoy the challenge of problem-solving that naturally happens when working on art projects. These sessions will give your brain a small workout which is designed to help you blow those daily cobwebs away. Develop your art appreciation by learning how to understand a range of artworks and art movements. All sessions have a tutor-led safety net by differentiation of learning goals. You will be fully supported while being encouraged to see if you can learn something new each session. Learning something new each day has known benefits for a healthy brain. It will give you power to achieve your goals. At the end of the course, you will have increased confidence when planning ideas to progress with your creative journey, have a sense of achievement and feel empowered to carry on, wherever that is!

Reveal your talent with a variety of projects designed to lower stress and promote a healthy and calm mind. The emphasis on this art course is about appreciating and observing the learning progress. Every lesson you will be guided with advice and tips when working with specific skills and techniques. A focus on the enjoyment of the creative process will allow you to discover your skills and help you forget daily distractions. As you build up a collection of work you will start to feel a sense of self-accomplishment from each task. This course is a suitable for those who have attended art classes in the past and feel that they would enjoy the challenge of improving technical skills and problem-solving that naturally takes place when working on art projects. These sessions will give your brain a small workout which is designed to help you blow those daily cobwebs away. All sessions have a tutor-led safety net by differentiation of learning goals. You will be fully supported while being encouraged to see if you can learn something new each session. Learning something new each day has known benefits for a healthy brain. It will have give you power to achieve your goals and improve your self-esteem. At the end of the course you will have increased confidence when planning ideas to progress with your creative journey, have a sense of achievement and feel empowered to carry on learning.

Do you love having flowers at home, but feel as if you dont know where to start to make them look good or perhaps you want to update old skills, or learn new ones to possibly change your career? If the answer is yes, and you havent attended a floristry course before, then this introductory one hour session with freelance florist and tutor Lynne Robinson is perfect for you! She will discuss the range of friendly, supportive & creative courses we run and you will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as making a gorgeous and on-trend dried materials buttonhole to take away

Do you love having flowers at home, but feel as if you dont know where to start to make them look good or perhaps you want to update old skills, or learn new ones to possibly change your career? If the answer is yes, and you havent attended a floristry course before, then this introductory one hour session with freelance florist and tutor Lynne Robinson is perfect for you! She will discuss the range of friendly, supportive & creative courses we run and you will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as making a gorgeous and on-trend dried materials buttonhole to take away

Do you love having flowers at home, but feel as if you dont know where to start to make them look good or perhaps you want to update old skills, or learn new ones to possibly change your career? If the answer is yes, and you havent attended a floristry course before, then this introductory one hour session with freelance florist and tutor Lynne Robinson is perfect for you! She will discuss the range of friendly, supportive & creative courses we run and you will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as making a gorgeous and on-trend dried materials buttonhole to take away

If youre interested in building new skills to enable you to create exciting balloon decorations for personal home or party use- or possibly starting a small freelance event decoration business- then this introductory one-hour session is an ideal way to find out more and get started! Join tutor & freelance installation designer Molly Cockram to find out more about our courses, ask questions & also have the opportunity to try some inflation techniques

If youre interested in building new skills to enable you to create exciting balloon decorations for personal home or party use- or possibly starting a small freelance event decoration business- then this introductory one-hour session is an ideal way to find out more and get started! Join tutor & freelance installation designer Molly Cockram to find out more about our courses, ask questions & also have the opportunity to try some inflation techniques

If youre interested in building new skills to enable you to create exciting balloon decorations for personal home or party use- or possibly starting a small freelance event decoration business- then this introductory one-hour session is an ideal way to find out more and get started! Join tutor & freelance installation designer Molly Cockram to find out more about our courses, ask questions & also have the opportunity to try some inflation techniques

If youre interested in building new skills to enable you to create exciting balloon decorations for personal home or party use- or possibly starting a small freelance event decoration business- then this introductory one-hour session is an ideal way to find out more and get started! Join tutor & freelance installation designer Molly Cockram to find out more about our courses, ask questions & also have the opportunity to try some inflation techniques

Do you love having flowers at home, but feel as if you dont know where to start to make them look good or perhaps you want to update old skills, or learn new ones to possibly change your career? If the answer is yes, and you havent attended a floristry course before, then this introductory one hour session with freelance florist and tutor Lynne Robinson is perfect for you! She will discuss the range of friendly, supportive & creative courses we run and you will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as making a gorgeous and on-trend dried materials buttonhole to take away

Do you love having flowers at home, but feel as if you dont know where to start to make them look good or perhaps you want to update old skills, or learn new ones to possibly change your career? If the answer is yes, and you havent attended a floristry course before, then this introductory one hour session with freelance florist and tutor Lynne Robinson is perfect for you! She will discuss the range of friendly, supportive & creative courses we run and you will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as making a gorgeous and on-trend dried materials buttonhole to take away

Learn the art of botanical illustration, or develop your existing practice, in this course for learners who have some drawing and painting experience. Over the weeks you will hone your observational drawing skills using a variety of tools and techniques to show the intricate details that makes each plant unique. You'll also explore colour using watercolours, gouache, ink, water soluble pencils and other media to depict the forms and colour characteristics of each plant structure and species.

Learn the art of botanical illustration, or develop your existing practice, in this course for learners who have some drawing or painting experience. Over the weeks you will hone your observational drawing skills using a variety of tools and techniques to show the intricate details that makes each plant unique. You'll also explore colour using watercolours, gouache, ink, water soluble pencils and other media to depict the forms and colour characteristics of each plant structure and species.

Learn the art of botanical illustration, or develop your existing practice, in this course for learners who have some drawing or painting experience. Over the weeks you will hone your observational drawing skills using a variety of tools and techniques to show the intricate details that makes each plant unique. You'll also explore colour using watercolours, gouache, ink, water soluble pencils and other media to depict the forms and colour characteristics of each plant structure and species.

This botanical illustration course welcomes all levels of ability, whether you're an experienced practitioner or simply curious about the subject. Our expert tutor will guide you through exercises and techniques that suit your level of experience to help you create your own illustations. Flowers, plants and other specimens will be provided each week but you're welcome to bring your own source material if you'd rather begin a personal project.

This botanical illustration course welcomes all levels of ability, whether you're an experienced practitioner or simply curious about the subject. Our expert tutor will guide you through exercises and techniques that suit your level of experience to help you create your own illustations. Flowers, plants and other specimens will be provided each week but you're welcome to bring your own source material if you'd rather begin a personal project.

This botanical illustration course welcomes all levels of ability, whether you're an experienced practitioner or simply curious about the subject. Our expert tutor will guide you through exercises and techniques that suit your level of experience to help you create your own botanical illustations. Flowers, plants and other specimens will be provided each week but you're welcome to bring your own source material if you'd rather begin a personal project.

This course focuses on current topics that are relevant and interesting to you. It aims to improve confidence with language and spoken and written communication, through the development of your vocabulary, reading, speaking/listening, writing and critical thinking skills. Through general discussions, listening activities, reading in groups and writing, you will gain confidence. You will learn new spelling strategies and work on improving your grammar and punctuation. In this learner-led class, fully supported by your tutor, you will be guided to research, go on trips organised by your tutor and prepare presentations of your experiences.

This course focuses on current topics that are relevant and interesting to you. It aims to improve confidence with language and spoken and written communication, through the development of your vocabulary, reading, speaking/listening, writing and critical thinking skills. Through general discussions, listening activities, reading in groups and writing, you will gain confidence. You will learn new spelling strategies and work on improving your grammar and punctuation. In this learner-led class, fully supported by your tutor, you will be guided to explore opinion and expand knowledge through writing, reading and speaking/listening.

This course focuses on current topics that are relevant and interesting to you. It aims to improve confidence with language and spoken and written communication, through the development of your vocabulary, reading, speaking/listening, writing and critical thinking skills. Through general discussions, listening activities, reading in groups and writing, you will gain confidence. You will learn new spelling strategies and work on improving your grammar and punctuation. In this learner-led class, fully supported by your tutor, you will be guided to research, go on trips organised by your tutor and prepare presentations of your experiences.

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Improve your health and wellbeing while exploring the principles of Iyengar yoga in this 10-week class for all ages and experience levels. Iyengar yoga focuses on achieving precision in your poses, which teaches you how to control your core muscles and improves your balance. Regular practice can increase suppleness, strength and stamina and even help correct poor posture. Using this progressive learning method, you will build a stable foundation before attempting more demanding poses. The aim of this course is to help you establish a sound, meaningful yoga practice, so you can work steadily towards achieving a healthier body and a calmer state of mind.

Sympathy design is an important aspect of commercial floristry, and this three session introductory class will teach you the key skills of how to make three popular & classic design shapes- a double ended natural style spray, a wreath ring, and a single based letter with ribbon edging. You will cover recommended materials choices, a range of techniques, and also have the opportunity to consider design and materials adaptations. This is an essential class for anyone looking to build a portfolio of design skills for potential freelance use, or is ideal for home florists who want to be able to make designs for family and friends.

There are many physical and mental benefits to expressing yourself by creating something. Clay is very tactile and using your hands to create can reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and the feeling of being present, as well as the gentle movement offering strength and mobility to the hands and wrists. In our mindful pottery class, you will learn to design and plan your pots using different clay working methods and testing other ways of applying decoration to your ceramic forms. You will be encouraged to research and actively engage in museum, gallery and local visits to places of interest.

This 11-week course will help you build confidence in communicating in all sorts of everyday situations. We will practise different ways of communicating with each other, including speaking, listening, gestures, body language, and using pictures or symbols. You will learn how to participate in everyday conversations, making choices, sharing ideas and understanding and connecting with others. You will learn simple English skills throughout the course to improve your reading, writing, and understanding key words. The tutor will use Makaton signs as well as spoken words to help everyone learn. This course is suitable for adults with support learning needs, including learners who communicate non-verbally. Activities will be practical, fun, and supportive.

Practise basic cookery skills independently & produce a personal eating plan. Learn about a variety of foods, a healthy diet & be able to place foods in the main food groups. Gain a basic knowledge of Food Hygiene, Kitchen Safety & practise using equipment independently & safely. Create a portfolio of evidence for course. Learn about the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals and to manage portion size when dishing up a meal. Gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: methods, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the course, shopping for and weighing ingredients, setting oven controls and timing cooking, food preparation methods, you will become familiar with the visual, sound clues and aroma characteristics which help to identify when a dish is cooked. Learn about selecting and using cooking equipment and preparing drinks and snacks. Understand how to plan and prepare a simple meal, using basic cookery skills with help or alone. Gain a basic knowledge of Food safety and storage & practise recycling, manage waste. Learn about developing independent living skills: looking after your own home. Learn to plan and prepare food for an event.

Do you enjoy food and would like to learn how to cook delicious meals? This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will gain knowledge and skills in area of cooking. A wide and varied range of topics and skills will be explored, for example: diet, nutrition, food hygiene and basic food preparation. You will explore the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals. You will gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the course.This course will help you to develop independent living skills in area of planning and preparing food.

Do you enjoy food and would like to learn how to cook delicious meals? This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will gain knowledge and skills in area of cooking. A wide and varied range of topics and skills will be explored, for example: diet, nutrition, food hygiene and basic food preparation. You will explore the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals. You will gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the courseThis course will help you to develop independent living skills in area of planning and preparing food.

Practise basic cookery skills independently & produce a personal eating plan. Learn about a variety of foods, a healthy diet & be able to place foods in the main food groups. Gain a basic knowledge of Food Hygiene, Kitchen Safety & practise using equipment independently & safely. Create a portfolio of evidence for course. Learn about the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals and to manage portion size when dishing up a meal. Gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: methods, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the course, shopping for and weighing ingredients, setting oven controls and timing cooking, food preparation methods, you will become familiar with the visual, sound clues and aroma characteristics which help to identify when a dish is cooked. Learn about selecting and using cooking equipment and preparing drinks and snacks. Understand how to plan and prepare a simple meal, using basic cookery skills with help or alone. Gain a basic knowledge of Food safety and storage & practise recycling, manage waste. Learn about developing independent living skills: looking after your own home. Learn to plan and prepare food for an event.

You will learn to cook a wide and varied range of sweet and savoury dishes, learning a range of preparation skills. The course will focus on nutrition, food hygiene and safety, following a simple recipe basic, and food preparation. It will be ideal for people who live independently, and will include learning how to shop for ingredients on a budget and planning and preparing a group meal with seasonal produce.

You will learn to cook a wide and varied range of sweet and savoury dishes, learning a range of preparation skills. The course will focus on nutrition, food hygiene and safety, following a simple recipe basic, and food preparation. It will be ideal for people who live independently, and will include learning how to shop for ingredients on a budget and planning and preparing a group meal with seasonal produce.

The course educates learners on a healthier lifestyle by involving them in the making of simple nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. This would help our learners to eat less processed foods and sugar. The teaching strategies aim at stimulating learners by using different foods that incorporate a variety of colour, texture and aromas. We offer a learning environment that is calm, inspiring and safe.Course includes: Learning about a variety of foods and a healthy diet. Gaining a basic knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety and practising using equipment independently and safely. Practising basic cookery skills with help or alone selecting and using cooking equipment, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Learning about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals and managing portion sizes when dishing up a meal. Shopping for ingredients seasonally and on a budget.

This course will give you the confidence and skills to independently prepare and cook a wide range of healthy and tasty savoury and sweet dishes. You will learn a range of preparation skills, review them, and design your own recipes. Nutrition and food hygiene will be an important part of the course. This course is ideal for people who live independently, or in preparation for living independently, as it will cover planning shopping lists and learning how to shop for useful ingredients for your kitchen cupboard. Over the three terms we will look at the different fruit and vegetables available across the seasons, while learning about recipes from all over the world.

You will learn to prepare and cook a wide and varied range of savoury and sweet dishes, using a range of practical skills. The course will focus on learning how to shop for useful ingredients for your kitchen cupboard, nutrition and food hygiene so that you can enjoy healthy and tasty food. It will be ideal for people who live independently and independent planning of shopping lists and preparation of dishes will be supported as well as designing and reviewing your own recipes.

You will learn to prepare and cook a wide and varied range of savoury and sweet dishes, using a range of practical skills. The course will focus on learning how to shop for useful ingredients for your kitchen cupboard on a budget, nutrition and food hygiene, as well as practising following simple recipes so that you can enjoy healthy and tasty food. It will be ideal for people who live independently and independent planning of shopping lists and preparation of dishes will be supported as well as designing and reviewing your own recipes.

Practise basic cookery skills independently & produce a personal eating plan. Learn about a variety of foods, a healthy diet & be able to place foods in the main food groups. Gain a basic knowledge of Food Hygiene, Kitchen Safety & practise using equipment independently & safely. Create a portfolio of evidence for course. Learn about the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals and to manage portion size when dishing up a meal. Gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: methods, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the course, shopping for and weighing ingredients, setting oven controls and timing cooking, food preparation methods, you will become familiar with the visual, sound clues and aroma characteristics which help to identify when a dish is cooked. Learn about selecting and using cooking equipment and preparing drinks and snacks. Understand how to plan and prepare a simple meal, using basic cookery skills with help or alone. Gain a basic knowledge of Food safety and storage & practise recycling, manage waste. Learn about developing independent living skills: looking after your own home. Learn to plan and prepare food for an event.

On this course you will be supported to use a wide range of shopping facilities, to follow a simple recipe and plan and prepare a meal for two. A wide and varied range of sweet and savoury dishes will be taught, including a range of skills. Nutrition and food hygiene will be an important part of the course.

Would you like to explore personal craft projects? This 11 week course in the Supported Learning Curriculum for Adults with Learning Difficulties might be perfect for you. This creative approach falls under our community inclusion and health pathways, as creativity can ease mental health challenges while producing something unique and beautiful which can be shared with community through our celebrations and events. You will be provided with inspiration to plan and develop different craft projects, or example: mosaic, decoupage, textiles, screen printing and other crafts tailored to the interests of the group. You will use sketchbook to gather ideas such as drawings and collage to help you develop designs for your craft projects. You will also raise awareness of Health and Safety when using art and craft materials and tools. In the second term you will focus on clay projects. You will start by working from inspiration provided to create. You will be able to take home your finished work.

Would you like to explore personal craft projects? This 11 week course in the Supported Learning Curriculum for Adults with Learning Difficulties might be perfect for you. This creative approach falls under our community inclusion and health pathways, as creativity can ease mental health challenges while producing something unique and beautiful which can be shared with community through our celebrations and events. You will be provided with inspiration to plan and develop different craft projects, or example: mosaic, decoupage, textiles, screen printing and other crafts tailored to the interests of the group. You will use sketchbook to gather ideas such as drawings and collage to help you develop designs for your craft projects. You will also raise awareness of Health and Safety when using art and craft materials and tools. In the second term you will focus on mosaic projects. You will start by working from inspiration provided to create. You will be able to take home your finished work.

Would you like to explore personal craft projects? This 11 week course in the Supported Learning Curriculum for Adults with Learning Difficulties might be perfect for you. This creative approach falls under our health and wellbeing pathway, as creativity can ease mental health challenges while producing something unique and beautiful which can be shared with community through our celebrations and events.You will be provided with inspiration to plan and develop different craft projects, for example: mosaic, decoupage, textiles, screen printing and other crafts tailored to the interests of the group. You will use sketchbook to gather ideas such as drawings and collage to help you develop designs for craft projects.You will also raise awareness of Health and Safety when using art and craft materials and tools. In the first term you will focus on textiles. You will start by working from inspiration provided to create. You will also explore how to dye the fabric and then learn how to cut a stencil for printing through. Finally you will screenprint your final design onto a fabric and then you will be able to take home your finished work.

This new short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. You will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work. Alongside this you will start to experiment with colour work, and including shape & pattern- and will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. This will enable you to start to plan & develop exciting future crochet projects such as blankets, scarves, bags and other accessories!

This new short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. You will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work. Alongside this you will start to experiment with colour work, and including shape & pattern- and will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. This will enable you to start to plan & develop exciting future crochet projects such as blankets, scarves, bags and other accessories!

This short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. As a beginner, you will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work- and you will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. Returners, or those with good basic skills, will continue to experiment with colour work & shape/pattern and develop pattern reading knowledge- enabling you to work on your own project such as a blanket, scarf, bag or other accessory

This short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. As a beginner, you will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work- and you will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. Returners, or those with good basic skills, will continue to experiment with colour work & shape/pattern and develop pattern reading knowledge- enabling you to work on your own project such as a blanket, scarf, bag or other accessory

This short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. As a beginner, you will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work- and you will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. Returners, or those with good basic skills, will continue to experiment with colour work & shape/pattern and develop pattern reading knowledge- enabling you to work on your own project such as a blanket, scarf, bag or other accessory

This new short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. You will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work. Alongside this you will start to experiment with colour work, and including shape & pattern- and will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. This will enable you to start to plan & develop exciting future crochet projects such as blankets, scarves, bags and other accessories!

This short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. As a beginner, you will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work- and you will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. Returners, or those with good basic skills, will continue to experiment with colour work & shape/pattern and develop pattern reading knowledge- enabling you to work on your own project such as a blanket, scarf, bag or other accessory

This short course will give you a fantastic introduction or skills refresh to an on-trend and absorbing craft. As a beginner, you will be introduced to & will sample key traditional stitch patterns, discover professional starting & finishing techniques and will look at how the use of different equipment & yarns will enable you to achieve varying effects in your work- and you will work on your first project using introductory stitches and Granny Squares. Returners, or those with good basic skills, will continue to experiment with colour work & shape/pattern and develop pattern reading knowledge- enabling you to work on your own project such as a blanket, scarf, bag or other accessory

If you are keen to either start sewing or to develop your machine sewing skills, and learn to make some gorgeous cushions to personalise and decorate your home- then this introductory session is a perfect starting place! Join freelance Upholsterer & tutor Clemmie Rothwell to discover, discuss and ask questions about what you will be able to make on her short upcoming courses & what essential materials you will need to complete your projects. Clemmie will give you guidance on fabric & other materials sourcing, including upcycling or re-purposing garments or other household textiles- and will demonstrate how to make & use edge piping. This is an ideal introduction to joining TFD0546BR-scatter cushions for beginners, a two-day course which starts on Saturday 27th January.

If you are keen to either start sewing or to develop your machine sewing skills, and learn to make some gorgeous cushions to personalise and decorate your home- then this introductory session is a perfect starting place! Join freelance Upholsterer & tutor Clemmie Rothwell to discover, discuss and ask questions about what you will be able to make on her short upcoming courses & what essential materials you will need to complete your projects. Clemmie will give you guidance on fabric & other materials sourcing, including upcycling or re-purposing garments or other household textiles- and will demonstrate how to make & use edge piping. This is an ideal introduction to joining TFD0546BR-scatter cushions for beginners, a two-day course which starts on Saturday 27th January.

Taking inspiration from artists exploring a mix of realism and imaginary landscapes, you will create a small painting. This course is ideal for both beginners and learners with experience

This course is a mixture of online and in person teaching. This outdoor course (weather permitting) will begin at our Brockley Rise site, after which you will venture out with your experienced tutor to paint and draw on location. The course will cover a range of drawing and painting techniques for capturing natural and urban subjects.

This course uses nature as its starting point. You will learn to paint and draw a variety of natural objects, such as fruit, flowers, plants and shells. After discussing options with the tutor, learners may then choose to begin a personal project where they can investigate an area of interest and produce an art work inspired by it.

This course uses nature as its starting point. You will learn to paint and draw a variety of natural objects, such as fruit, flowers, plants and shells. After discussing options with the tutor, learners may then choose to begin a personal project where they can investigate an area of interest and produce an art work inspired by it.

This course uses nature as its starting point. You will learn to paint and draw a variety of natural objects, such as fruit, flowers, plants and shells. After discussing options with the tutor, learners may then choose to begin a personal project where they can investigate an area of interest and produce an art work inspired by it.

Explore different approaches to charcoal drawing in this one-day class. During the session you'll build your confidence and the skills required to use this versatile and expressive medium. You'll begin by discussing techniques and experimenting with the application of charcoal before progressing to a composition of your own. You're encouraged to bring photographs, such as landscapes or holiday pictures for example, and objects to work from if you want to make your painting more personal.

You will get involved in making simple nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. In a calm, inspiring and safe environment, you will be preparing foods that are a variety of colours, textures and aromas. You will be weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. You will learn how to follow a healthy diet, think about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals, reducing processed foods and foods high in sugar. Budgeting, food hygiene, and kitchen safety will be taught as you practise basic cookery skills in class, with help or independently.

You will get involved in making simple nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. In a calm, inspiring and safe environment, you will be preparing foods that are a variety of colours, textures and aromas. You will be weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. You will learn how to follow a healthy diet, think about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals, reducing processed foods and foods high in sugar. Budgeting, food hygiene, and kitchen safety will be taught as you practise basic cookery skills in class, with help or independently.

On this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in formal and informal situations; read and understand organisational features and language of different texts; plan, draft and organise writing in paragraphs using correct spelling and punctuation.

On this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in formal and informal situations; read and understand organisational features and language of different texts; plan, draft and organise writing in paragraphs using correct spelling and punctuation.

On this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in formal and informal situations; read and understand organisational features and language of different texts; plan, draft and organise writing in paragraphs using correct spelling and punctuation.

This is an accredited GCSE English Language (9-1) course. Learners will work towards externally marked exams in June.Component 1: Fiction and imaginative writing - 40%Component 2: Non-fiction and transactional writing - 60% Learners will also deliver a formal presentation for the spoken endorsement which is internally marked.

This is an accredited GCSE English Language (9-1) course. Learners will work towards externally marked exams in June.Component 1: Fiction and imaginative writing - 40%Component 2: Non-fiction and transactional writing - 60% Learners will also deliver a formal presentation for the spoken endorsement which is internally marked.

This is an accredited GCSE English Language (9-1) course. Learners will work towards externally marked exams in June.Component 1: Fiction and imaginative writing - 40%Component 2: Non-fiction and transactional writing - 60% Learners will also deliver a formal presentation for the spoken endorsement which is internally marked.

This short course is an introduction to the specification, course content and exam requirements of the Edexcel English language GCSE (91) qualification.

This short course is an introduction to the specification, course content and exam requirements of the Edexcel English language GCSE (91) qualification.

This short course is an introduction to the specification, course content and exam requirements of the Edexcel English language GCSE (91) qualification.

This short course is an introduction to the specification, course content and exam requirements of the Edexcel English language GCSE (91) qualification.

In this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in a variety of settings, both formal and informal; read and recognise how language, textual and structural features are used to achieve different purposes; plan and draft writing using format and structure for different purposes; use correct punctuation and grammar, e.g. tenses.

In this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in a variety of settings, both formal and informal; read and recognise how language, textual and structural features are used to achieve different purposes; plan and draft writing using format and structure for different purposes; use correct punctuation and grammar, e.g. tenses.

In this course you will learn to: speak, listen, respond and discuss in a variety of settings, both formal and informal; read and recognise how language, textual and structural features are used to achieve different purposes; plan and draft writing using format and structure for different purposes; use correct punctuation and grammar, e.g. tenses.

This course is an introduction to reading, writing, speaking and listening at Level 1 of the adult literacy core curriculum. Learners will understand how to read a variety of texts, plan and draft writing, as well as developing effective speaking and listening skills to take part in group discussions on a range of topics.

This course is an introduction to reading, writing, speaking and listening at Level 1 of the adult literacy core curriculum. Learners will understand how to read a variety of texts, plan and draft writing, as well as developing effective speaking and listening skills to take part in group discussions on a range of topics.

This course is an introduction to reading, writing, speaking and listening at Level 1 of the adult literacy core curriculum. Learners will understand how to read a variety of texts, plan and draft writing, as well as developing effective speaking and listening skills to take part in group discussions on a range of topics.

This 10-week course aims to prepare learners for beginning an acreddited GCSE English Language (9-1) qualification. On the course you will practise and become more familiar with analysing, evaluating and synthesising factual and fictional texts.

This course is designed to improve your writing skills including grammar, punctuation and understanding language features so that you can use them in your own writing.

On this course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this online course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this online course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this course you will learn to read texts about local services and you will take the E2 reading exam. You will learn to read a simple map, read timetables and plan journeys; you will read texts about local attractions and events; you will find the meaning of words using the dictionary. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and can read and write simple texts about family and everyday routines. By completing this course you will be able to travel independently and to talk about your life in the past.The reading exam will take place on the week commencing 09.12.24.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will learn to talk about people, their past, their future plans and you will take the E2 speaking and listening exam. You will learn to ask questions about the past and the future; to listen and respond to others telling them about yourself; to give a brief talk and ask others questions; to talk about things you like or don't like; to participate in a discussion. This course is for adults who can communicate well at Entry 1 and want to improve their speaking and listening. By completing this course you will improve your ability to communicate in everyday life and at work.The speaking and listening exam will take place on the week commencing 31.03.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

On this course you will write texts of different genres using paragraphs, discourse markers and conjunctions and you will take the Entry 3 writing exam. You will learn to plan writing using different planning strategies; to write texts of different genres, purposes and for different audiences; to write extended texts.This course is for adults who can communicate and read well at Entry 3 and want to improve their writing skills. By completing this course you will gain useful writing skills for work and life.The writing exam will take place on the week commencing 14.07.25.

Sympathy design is an important aspect of commercial floristry, and this short introductory class will teach you the key skills of how to make two popular & timeless designs- a double ended natural style spray and a single based letter with ribbon edging. You will cover recommended materials choices, a range of techniques, and also have the opportunity to consider design and materials adaptations. Although the focus of the course is on funeral work, you will discover how the classic spray shape can easily be adapted and re-styled for all types of occasion and event work. This is an essential class for anyone looking to build a portfolio of design skills for potential freelance use, or is ideal for home florists who want to be able to make designs for family and friends.

Sympathy design is an important aspect of commercial floristry, and this three session introductory class will teach you the key skills of how to make three popular & classic design shapes- a double ended natural style spray, a wreath ring, and a single based letter with ribbon edging. You will cover recommended materials choices, a range of techniques, and also have the opportunity to consider design and materials adaptations. This is an essential class for anyone looking to build a portfolio of design skills for potential freelance use, or is ideal for home florists who want to be able to make designs for family and friends.

Newcomers to floristry, or those learners who want to refresh & develop their skills will love making a range of floral designs that are suitable for occasions such as parties, special events & weddings. These design skills are also completely transferrable to other areas of floristry, and can be simply enjoyed for personal use or will be a great starting point for those learners who may be interested in starting their own small business. Designs will include different style table decorations, such as a long and low 'top table' and an oasis ring centrepiece, a tall vase centrepiece or entrance design and an event or wedding frame. You will also cover the selection of fresh plant materials, conditioning methods, the use of a range of florists sundries and materials, and discuss contemporary design styles and influences

Newcomers to floristry, or those learners who want to refresh & develop their skills will love making a range of floral designs that are suitable for occasions such as parties, special events & weddings. These design skills are also completely transferrable to other areas of floristry, and can be simply enjoyed for personal use or will be a great starting point for those learners who may be interested in starting their own small business. Designs will include different style table decorations, such as a long and low 'top table' and an oasis ring centrepiece, a tall vase centrepiece or entrance design and an event or wedding frame. You will also cover the selection of fresh plant materials, conditioning methods, the use of a range of florists sundries and materials, and discuss contemporary design styles and influences

On this course you will gain good knowledge of the English grammar used at Level 1 and Level 2. You will practice planning and drafting for a wide range of genre (form, email, letter, narrative, account,article, leaflet). You will choose format and approrpiate structure for different purpose and genre; use appropriate styles; edit and proof read; use a range of sentence structures fit for purpose.

On this course you will gain good knowledge of the English grammar used at Level 1 and Level 2. You will practice planning and drafting for a wide range of genre (form, email, letter, narrative, account,article, leaflet). You will choose format and approrpiate structure for different purpose and genre; use appropriate styles; edit and proof read; use a range of sentence structures fit for purpose.

On this course you will gain good knowledge of the English grammar used at Level 1 and Level 2. You will practice planning and drafting for a wide range of genre (form, email, letter, narrative, account,article, leaflet). You will choose format and approrpiate structure for different purpose and genre; use appropriate styles; edit and proof read; use a range of sentence structures fit for purpose.

This course will explore German Cinema and beyond in the films of Director, Writer, Producers Fritz Lang and Wim Wenders from the 1920s to the present day. We will consider Films like Langs Dr. Marbuse the Gambler, Metropolis, Woman in the Window and Scarlet Street compared and contrasted with films like Wenders Alice in the Cities, The American Friend, Wings of Desire, Paris Texas, and the Buena Vista Social Club.We will consider Fiction and Documentary, themes of Power, Guilt and Personal Responsibility in the context of the changing German, US and International film Industries from German Cinema in the 1920s to New German Cinema in the 70s and changes in Hollywood and European Independents over a Century of Cinema

This fitness course is designed for active seniors who want to kick start their week. In the first few sessions, the tutor will assess each learner's level of mobility and flexibility. The tutor will then design a programme of exercises that help learners gently build and develop their stamina, balance and flexibility while having fun.

This fitness course is designed for active seniors who want to kick start their week. In the first few sessions, the tutor will assess each learner's level of mobility and flexibility. The tutor will then design a programme of exercises that help learners gently build and develop their stamina, balance and flexibility while having fun.

This fitness course is designed for active seniors who want to kick start their week. In the first few sessions, the tutor will assess each learner's level of mobility and flexibility. The tutor will then design a programme of exercises that help learners gently build and develop their stamina, balance and flexibility while having fun.

Are you searching for an opportunity to keep fit while exploring basic anatomy and physiology? This course is for adults with learning difficulties and supports the health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will learn about the body; its skeleton, muscles, and how the body works while exploring different exercises that can be used in order to improve the way we move and function, looking at balance, co-ordination, flexibility, stamina. Throughout the term you will be practising and using your social skills through pair, small group or whole class work.

Are you searching for an opportunity to keep fit while exploring basic anatomy and physiology? This course is for adults with learning difficulties and supports community inclusion and the health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will learn about the body; its skeleton, muscles, and how the body works while exploring different exercises that can be used in order to improve the way we move and function, looking at balance, co-ordination, flexibility, stamina. Throughout the term you will be practising and using your social skills through pair, small group or whole class work.

Are you searching for an opportunity to keep fit while exploring basic anatomy and physiology? This course is for adults with learning difficulties and supports the health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will learn about the body; its skeleton, muscles, and how the body works while exploring different exercises that can be used in order to improve the way we move and function, looking at balance, co-ordination, flexibility, stamina. Throughout the term you will be practising and using your social skills through pair, small group or whole class work.

You will get involved in making simple nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. In a calm, inspiring and safe environment, you will be preparing foods that are a variety of colours, textures and aromas. You will be weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. You will learn how to follow a healthy diet, think about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals, reducing processed foods and foods high in sugar. Budgeting, food hygiene, and kitchen safety will be taught as you practise basic cookery skills in class, with help or independently.

This fantastic two part course will firstly take you on a fully guided tour of a busy Wholesale Flower Market, giving you the opportunity to discover how this functions, the range & extent of available materials, and how you would go about using the market as a freelancer. PLEASE NOTE: this will involve an early morning start of between 7-8am, which it isn't possible to indicate on the website. For the second session you will be classroom based and will have the opportunity to explore online wholesale purchasing & deliveries, discuss and share experiences, and ask further questions.

This fantastic two part course will firstly take you on a fully guided tour of a busy Wholesale Flower Market, giving you the opportunity to discover how this functions, the range & extent of available materials, and how you would go about using the market as a freelancer. PLEASE NOTE: this will involve an early morning start of between 7-8am, which it isn't possible to indicate on the website. For the second session you will be classroom based and will have the opportunity to explore online wholesale purchasing & deliveries, discuss and share experiences, and ask further questions.

This short one session course is designed to enable you to confidently fulfil individual business commissions. You will consider preparation and planning essentials for floral & plant designs and other related items for an event such as a wedding or larger scale celebration, and how to cost these effectively and profitably. You will identify each stage of the process from your first contact with the client and preparing a budget & quotation, through to dismantling your designs after the event.

This short one session course is designed to enable you to confidently fulfil individual business commissions. You will consider preparation and planning essentials for floral & plant designs and other related items for an event such as a wedding or larger scale celebration, and how to cost these effectively and profitably. You will identify each stage of the process from your first contact with the client and preparing a budget & quotation, through to dismantling your designs after the event.

This course will include learning how to shop for useful ingredients for your kitchen cupboard, and how to cook healthy and tasty dishes. A wide and varied range of savoury and sweet dishes will be taught, including a range of preparation skills. Nutrition and food hygiene will be an important part of the course which is ideal for people who live independently. Independent preparation of dishes and planning of shopping lists will be supported on this course. Also reviewing preparation techniques and designing your own recipes.

On this course you will learn about shopping, planning and preparing a meal for a small group of people. A wide and varied range of sweet and savoury dishes will be taught, including a range of skills, such as shopping for a healthy life style, selecting and using a variety of multi-purpose cooking equipment. Nutrition and food hygiene will be an important part of the course.

On this course you will learn about shopping, planning and preparing a meal for a small group of people. A wide and varied range of sweet and savoury dishes will be taught, including a range of skills. Nutrition and food hygiene will be an important part of the course also shopping for a healthy life style, selecting and using a variety of multi-purpose cooking equipment.

On this course you will learn how to prepare and cook low-cost meals that are healthy and tasty, while building your confidence and saving money. You will gain experience of shopping facilities, follow a simple recipe and plan and prepare a nutritious meal for two. The course aims to offer an awareness about any medical conditions which can be improved by changing your diet and understanding how to manage your health from a dietary point of view.

Your competence in speaking the language will be vastly improved by interacting with fellow learners and tutor. Therefore on completion of this 10 week French advanced part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended and you will have the confidence and ability to discuss topics such as free time, personal opinion, likes and dislikes and occupations. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. In addition, the course will develop and extend your vocabulary to include personal opinions, occupations and description of experiences.

This beginner course is ideal for communicating if you are planning to visit a French speaking country. In addition, you will have the confidence and ability to use a suitable number of words and basic phrases. You will feel confident with greeting, spelling your name, using basic numbers, saying what you like and dislike. Furthermore, you will be using a variety of verbs in the present tense. It is a practical course which takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Learn how to get around in a French speaking country and develop your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week French beginners part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as ordering food and drink, finding your way by following directions, and the weather and shopping. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Learn how to get around in a French speaking country and develop your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week French beginners part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as ordering food and drink, finding your way by following directions, and the weather and shopping. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Learn how to communicate in French on daily life topics and consolidate your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week French beginners part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as free time, personal opinions, likes and dislikes and occupations. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will Learn how to communicate in French on daily life topics and consolidate your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 13 week French condensed beginners parts 2 & 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as free time, personal opinions, likes and dislikes and occupations. In addition, you will learn how to complete a form, to include simple information such as personal details comprising age, education, address, contact details, email, hobbies etc., and also write a simple description of yourself.

This French intermediate course is to Improve you basic French and learn how to describe events through a variety of topics. On completion of this 10 week French intermediate part 1 course, your vocabulary will be extended and you will have the confidence for coping in social situations, talking about leisure activities, daily routines, invitations and future plans. You will be introduced to the past tense. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Improve your French and learn how to describe events focusing on different topics. On completion of this 10 week French intermediate part 2 course, you will have the confidence to talk about the past (experiences and finished events), using a range of past tenses, for example present perfect and describe actions in the immediate present. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Get a deep insight into French culture and improve your listening and speaking skills. On completion of this 10 week French intermediate part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as free time, personal opinions, likes/dislikes and occupations. During this term you will learn to build and use both the future and conditional tenses. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Get a deep insight into French culture and improve your listening and speaking skills. On completion of this 10 week French intermediate part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as free time, personal opinions, likes/dislikes and occupations. During this term you will learn to build and use both the future and conditional tenses. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading & writing.

This French online studio conversation course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Roland Bertout: roland.bertout@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

This French online studio conversation course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Roland Bertout: roland.bertout@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

On this introductory 11-week course for adults with learning difficulties you will learn what an ecosystem is, why we must have clean water, how we are connected to plants and insects and how important they are for our wellbeing and health. You will learn about pollution and how our world is precious to all of us. You will learn about these things by reading newspaper articles, doing research on the computer and doing practical exercises in the classroom.

On the third part of the Life Skills - gardening, you will learn about how you can make a difference by what you do, buy and use. By actively practising new skills learnt on the course. Such as the importance recycling and choosing how, when and where we travel.What we can do by planting trees, growing food locally and making sustainable choices.In the course you will discuss what this means and research how to achieve it. Also take part in horticulture activities to make your environment and those in your community have a cleaner,greener more cheerful environment to live in.Look at how land use affects erosion and weather change.Caring for your clothes using laundry processes that do not pollute, choosing clothes that last and not extreme fashion so you are happy to wear them for a longer time. And much more which might come up through group discussion nad research during the course.

If you are keen to learn this creative, absorbing and highly addictive craft, then this introductory session is a perfect starting place! Join freelance Upholsterer & tutor Clemmie Rothwell, to discover what is meant by traditional or modern techniques, and to have guidance on sourcing and choosing a suitable starter project. Clemmie will demonstrate some beginners techniques & you will have the opportunity to try these, as well ask any questions you may have.

If you are keen to learn this creative, absorbing and highly addictive craft, then this introductory session is a perfect starting place! Join freelance Upholsterer & tutor Lisa Faulkner, to discover what is meant by traditional or modern techniques, and to have guidance on sourcing and choosing a suitable starter project. Lisa will demonstrate some beginners techniques & you will have the opportunity to try these, as well ask any questions you may have.

Build on your engraving experience and take your glasswork further through a focused exploration of cold working techniques using a rotary tool. This course opens up new possibilities for detail, texture, and precision, guiding you beyond simple mark making into more intentional, expressive surface design. Through a series of structured demonstrations and supported studio time, youll experiment with more advanced burr control, layered texturing, relief carving, and approaches for working confidently across different forms and glass types.As your skills develop, youll plan and complete a personal project that brings together technique, design thinking, and your own creative direction. Along the way, youll refine your handling, expand your repertoire of surface effects, and discover how subtle shifts in pressure, movement, and tool choice can transform your work.Whether youre returning to engraving after a break or looking to extend what you already know, this course offers a thoughtful progression a chance to deepen your practice, challenge your habits, and create pieces that refl

The course educates learners on a healthier lifestyle by involving them in the making of simple nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. This would help our learners to eat less processed foods and sugar. The teaching strategies aim at stimulating learners by using different foods that incorporate a variety of colour, texture and aromas. We offer a learning environment that is calm, inspiring and safe.Course includes: Learning about a variety of foods and a healthy diet. Gaining a basic knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety and practising using equipment independently and safely. Practising basic cookery skills with help or alone selecting and using cooking equipment, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Learning about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals and managing portion sizes when dishing up a meal. Shopping for ingredients seasonally and on a budget.

Practise basic cookery skills independently & produce a personal eating plan. Learn about a variety of foods, a healthy diet & be able to place foods in the main food groups. Gain a basic knowledge of Food Hygiene, Kitchen Safety & practise using equipment independently & safely. Create a portfolio of evidence for course. Learn about the main food groups and how to plan balanced meals and to manage portion size when dishing up a meal. Gain a wide and varied range of basic cookery skills: methods, weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. Basic food hygiene and nutrition will be an important part of the course, shopping for and weighing ingredients, setting oven controls and timing cooking, food preparation methods, you will become familiar with the visual, sound clues and aroma characteristics which help to identify when a dish is cooked. Learn about selecting and using cooking equipment and preparing drinks and snacks. Understand how to plan and prepare a simple meal, using basic cookery skills with help or alone. Gain a basic knowledge of Food safety and storage & practise recycling, manage waste. Learn about developing independent living skills: looking after your own home. Learn to plan and prepare food for an event.

On this practical course, there are lots of opportunities to learn new, or improve existing, horticulture knowledge and skills. You will cover: plant identification, using a range of tools and how to look after them, and practical digging and composting skills. Topics include pest and disease management by good management of compost heaps, crop rotation techniques and companion planting, vegetable plant groups, pruning techniques, and propagation methods.

On this practical course you will learn about plant propagation, the production of more plants by seeds, cuttings, grafting or other methods. You will gain experience of techniques for vegetative propagation including: air or ground layering; division; grafting and bud grafting, widely used in fruit tree propagation; micro propagation; stolons or runners; storage organs such as bulbs, corms, tubers and rhizomes; striking or cuttings and twin-scaling. Practical work will include planting out seedlings, sowing and planting seeds, hoeing, watering and composting.

On this practical course, there are lots of opportunities to learn new, or improve existing, horticulture knowledge and skills. You will learn about soil preparation and gain experience of pruning, weeding and plant propagation techniques. You will also look at topics covering pest and disease management, plant identification, fruit and vegetable growing and crop maintenance.

This course focuses on preparing learners for employment in the hospitality sector. You will create visual CVs, practise interview skills, and explore customer service excellence. There will be a final project where you can plan and run a hospitality event in the teaching kitchen, showcasing your skills. Reflection activities and group discussion will help learners identify future goals and opportunities, supported by job coaching and volunteering options. The course concludes with a graduation event celebrating learner achievements.

Beginner no more! This ICT in everyday life course will not only help you to use your existing ICT skills but will also help you to learn new ones. This 11-week course is for adults with learning difficulties and supports development of life skills. During this exiting learning opportunity you will develop new ICT skills and learn to get to grips with interacting, communicating and sharing things of interest with others using Google apps. You will find out about local leisure activities and social events, explore route planning for travel which includes transport services and ticket prices, arrival times for buses, online shopping and experience the benefit of voice search and speech feedback. Exploring all these themes contributes greatly to developing skills in area of independence as well as building skills beneficial in every work environment.

Join our gelli print course learn a few tips and tricks whilst accessing the tools available in our specialist print room with likeminded people.This course will concentrate on exploring print and collage. To introduce this technique, you will create a simple landscape scene using your own printed papers. After some experimentation you will be able to design your own colourful character or animal illustration using collage gelli printed papers.Gelli printing is another form of mono-printing it uses a flexible tacky plate to enable you to print a variety of textures using layering and colour to the best effect. The result is always unique.This print technique is rapidly increasing in popularity, its easy to make your own plate and print when at home. Once you get started you cant stop.

Do you want to draw your own house? Or draw a building? Maybe draw someone elses house as a gift. Find your own illustration style with pen and ink, watercolour or collage. Draw quick sketches and plan a main drawing to work on at home. Get some guidance and practical help with developing your house illustration from a practicing illustrator.

This 3- session workshop will build on the skills acquired in the beginners course. It will focus on refining techniques & design styles, and adapting them to suit different events such as parties and corporate events with a festive and seasonal theme. Using a contemporary colour palette, you also will incorporate appropriate props and other accessories into your work- and you will continue to develop additional freelance business skills and knowledge, including profitable design costing

In this one-day intensive drawing class, you will learn to draw trees and landscapes using a variety of materials and techniques. You'll explore the formal elements of art and design, and develop your observation skills through a personal project.

This beginner course is ideal for anyone planning to visit an Italian speaking country. Furthermore, on completion, you will be able to use a significant number of words and use basic phrases essential for communicating. These will include emergency/survival skills, greetings, asking about meaning and pronunciation of words, personal information, numbers, spelling, ordering food and drink, shopping in a supermarket and identifying and describing people.

This beginner course is ideal for anyone planning to visit an Italian speaking country. Furthermore, on completion, you will be able to use a significant number of words and use basic phrases essential for communicating. These will include emergency/survival skills, greetings, asking about meaning and pronunciation of words, personal information, numbers, spelling, ordering food and drink, shopping in a supermarket and identifying and describing people.

Learn how to get around in an Italian speaking country and develop your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week Italian beginner part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as finding the way, the weather and shopping. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Learn how to get around in an Italian speaking country and develop your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week Italian beginner part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as finding the way, the weather and shopping. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Learn how to communicate in Italian on daily life topics and consolidate your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10-week Italian beginner part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as travelling abroad, making travel arrangements, free time, personal opinions, likes and dislikes and occupations. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Please be aware that all our summer term courses are being redesigned for online and distance learning. Learn how to communicate in Italian on daily life topics and consolidate your basic listening and speaking skills. On this 10 week Italian beginner part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended to cover topics such as travelling abroad, making travel arrangements, free time, personal opinions, likes and dislikes and occupations. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

This distant learning/classroom hybrid conversational course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Vincenza Della Camera: vincenza.dellacamera@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

This distant learning/classroom hybrid conversational course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Vincenza Della Camera: vincenza.dellacamera@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

This distant learning/classroom hybrid conversational course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Vincenza Della Camera: vincenza.dellacamera@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

Improve your Italian and learn how to describe events in the past through a variety of topics. On completion of this 10 week Italian intermediate part 1 course, your vocabulary will be extended and you will be confident when coping in social situations, talking about the past, leisure activities, daily routines, invitations & future plans. You will be introduced to the past tense. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading & writing.Please be aware the classroom for this course is on the first or second floor of the Brockley Rise Centre. We are in the process of arranging for the lift to be replaced, so temporarily there is no lift access. If you have mobility issues please contact our enquiries line 0208 3143300 or email adultlearning@lewisham.gov.uk for help and advice before enrolling.

Improve your Italian and learn how to describe events focussing on various topics. On completion of this 10 week Italian intermediate part 2 course, you will have the confidence to talk about the past (experiences and finished events), using a range of past tenses, for example present perfect & describe actions in the immediate present. This is a practical course which takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

On this Italian intermediate part 3 course you will get a deep insight into Italian culture, and improve your listening and speaking skills. On completion, your vocabulary will be extended and you will be confident in describing how things use to be, talking about future plans, dealing with problems and emergencies, exchanging opinions and points of view, asking for and giving advice. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing.

This conversational course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Vincenza Della Camera: vincenza.dellacamera@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

This conversational course is practical based, with practitioners interacting with each other over 10 weeks to practice and refine their linguistic skills. During the sessions, learners will practice the skills of speaking and listening covering a wide range of topics. Note, before enrolling, you must contact the tutor Vincenza Della Camera: vincenza.dellacamera@adultlearninglewisham.co.uk for a pre-course assessment to determine your level.

This course will allow you to communicate in an environment which will enhance your grasp of Italian. In addition, on completion of this 10-week upper intermediate/lower advance part 1 course, you will be confident with the mechanics of the language, and the course will develop and extend your vocabulary to include personal opinions, occupations and describing experiences. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Your competence in speaking the language will be vastly improved by interacting with fellow learners and tutor. Therefore, on this 10-week upper intermediate/lower advance part 2 course, your vocabulary will be extended, and you will have the ability to cover topics such as free time, personal opinions, likes and dislikes and occupations. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. In addition, this course will develop and extend your learning to include description of personal experiences.

On completion of this 10-week upper intermediate/lower advance part 3 course, your vocabulary will be extended in that you will be confident in describing how things used to be, talking about future plans, making social arrangements, dealing with problems and emergencies, exchanging opinions and points of view, asking for and giving advice. This is a practical course that takes a task-based approach covering the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

This course invites you to deepen your jewellery making skills in a supportive, creative studio environment. Whether youre returning to the bench or building on earlier experience, youll have the space to reconnect with the joy of making while developing greater confidence in your craftsmanship.You will work on pieces such as a cabochon ring, a textured hollow form, and Fulani style hoops, building your forming, soldering, and finishing skills while tailoring each project to your own design direction. Each project is taught step by step, offering newer makers clear structure while giving more experienced learners room to refine technique and explore personal variations.Alongside these guided projects, youll also have time to develop a personal piece of your choice. This is an opportunity to apply techniques in a more self directed way experimenting with form, strengthening a process you want to master, or bringing an idea youve been imagining into reality. Guidance is available throughout to support your design decisions, from proportion and wearability to material choice and construction approach.By the end of the course, youll have a small collection of handmade pieces, a stronger command of core metalworking processes, and a renewed sense of creative momentum to carry into your future jewellery making journey.

You will be supported to make simple, nutritious recipes using wholesome ingredients. In a calm, inspiring and safe environment, you will be preparing foods that are a variety of colours, textures and aromas. You will gain a basic knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety, and practise using equipment independently and safely. You will be weighing and measuring, chopping, slicing peeling and mixing. You will learn how to follow a healthy diet, think about the main food groups and how to use them to plan balanced meals, and shop for ingredients seasonally and on a budget.

This is an 11 week course in the Supported Learning Curriculum for Adults with Learning Difficulties, who wish to develop their English and Maths using computers. Learners need to have some basic level of literacy or numeracy and computer skills to benefit from this course. Learners will be stretched to further their language skills and understanding of mathematics with a series of projects and learning activities. The course will cover speaking and listening, recognising useful words/sentences for everyday living and how to cope with text and requests for information and everyday numeracy skills.

Build your confidence and ability! Want to get better at managing your everyday maths, received emails/letters and telephone calls? Then this course - Maths and English with ICT - is for you. This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports development of life skills. During this exiting learning opportunity you will learn about formal and informal language used in spoken and written form. You will engage in calculations with money and practise extracting information from recorded/written sources. Therefore this course contributes to building set of skills needed to feel more involved in the community.

Build your maths vocabulary and prepare for accredited study.This supportive and practical course is designed for ESOL learners who want to improve their English maths vocabulary. Whether you're planning to take an accredited maths course or simply want to feel more confident using maths in everyday life, this course will help you build up the language skills you need to succeed. Through engaging activities and real-life examples, youll learn key maths terms, phrases, and instructions commonly used in classrooms, exams, and daily situations. The focus is on language, not complex calculations, and by the end of the course, youll feel more confident reading, writing, and talking about maths in English - and ready to progress to an accredited maths qualification.

This course will teach you the basics of oil painting using the work of Henri Matisse as inspiration. In this relaxed five-week class for beginners and improvers, you will explore the use of oils by examining Matisse's treatment of colour and shape. Guided by your tutor, you will gain confidence in oil painting through a variety of exercises and explorations.

This course will teach you the basics of oil painting using the work of Henri Matisse as inspiration. In this relaxed five-week class for beginners and improvers, you will explore the use of oils by examining Matisse's treatment of colour and shape. Guided by your tutor, you will gain confidence in oil painting through a variety of exercises and explorations.

This gentle gardening class is open to all levels and abilities, whether youre new to gardening or looking to deepen your connection with nature. Using pots and planting beds, you will discover how working with plants can enhance your wellbeing and sense of calm. As well as a thoughtful exploration of gardening principles, the course will combine practical skills with a mindful approach, offering a space to slow down, reconnect, and grow at your own pace. Alongside the personal joy of nurturing plants, the skills you develop can prepare you for opportunities in volunteering, community projects, or even pathways into paid horticultural work.

Would you like to learn how to breathe efficiently, to improve posture and gain skills to be mindful? This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports health and wellbeing pathway. During this course you will explore basic chair assisted yoga postures focused on range of motion, improving strength, flexibility, mobility and balance and in turn develop body & mind awareness through sensory stimulation. The exercises and breathing techniques introduced during this course encourage emotional awareness, exploration of self-understanding through deep relaxation/meditation, and promote a calm state of mind, while gently improve physical fitness and well-being.There is a focus on motor skills development and incorporating cognitive exercises through various activities to ensure a whole-body workout. Props and modifications are provided to ensure all learners reach their full potential.This course combines all aspects of Hatha yoga adapted to a chair assisted class, hence it is perfect for those with mobility issues or looking for gentle exercises and seek a stimulating and inclusive environment. This class also offers elements of sensory stimulation (taste, smell, touch, sound and sight), arts and crafts, musical instruments and games, feelings charts and open group discussions to develop emotional awareness.

Would you like to learn how to breathe efficiently, to improve posture and gain skills to be mindful? This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports community inclusion and health pathways. During this course you will explore basic chair assisted yoga postures focused on range of motion, improving strength, flexibility, mobility and balance and in turn develop body & mind awareness through sensory stimulation. The exercises and breathing techniques introduced during this course encourage emotional awareness, exploration of self-understanding through deep relaxation/meditation, and promote a calm state of mind, while gently improve physical fitness and well-being.There is a focus on motor skills development and incorporating cognitive exercises through various activities to ensure a whole-body workout. Props and modifications are provided to ensure all learners reach their full potential.This course combines all aspects of Hatha yoga adapted to a chair assisted class, hence it is perfect for those with mobility issues or looking for gentle exercises and seek a stimulating and inclusive environment. This class also offers elements of sensory stimulation (taste, smell, touch, sound and sight), arts and crafts, musical instruments and games, feelings charts and open group discussions to develop emotional awareness.

Would you like to learn how to breathe efficiently, to improve posture and gain skills to be mindful? This 11 week course is for Adults with Learning Difficulties and supports community inclusion and health pathways. During this course you will explore basic chair assisted yoga postures focused on range of motion, improving strength, flexibility, mobility and balance and in turn develop body & mind awareness through sensory stimulation. The exercises and breathing techniques introduced during this course encourage emotional awareness, exploration of self-understanding through deep relaxation/meditation, and promote a calm state of mind, while gently improve physical fitness and well-being.There is a focus on motor skills development and incorporating cognitive exercises through various activities to ensure a whole-body workout. Props and modifications are provided to ensure all learners reach their full potential.This course combines all aspects of Hatha yoga adapted to a chair assisted class, hence it is perfect for those with mobility issues or looking for gentle exercises and seek a stimulating and inclusive environment. This class also offers elements of sensory stimulation (taste, smell, touch, sound and sight), arts and crafts, musical instruments and games, feelings charts and open group discussions to develop emotional awareness.

This fantastic new course is aimed at learners who want to develop their bouquet making skills for personal use, or to enable them to create professional standard designs for private commissions or freelance work. It will explore three different and in-demand design shapes- and the fresh & dried materials that are ideally suited to making them. These are : a contemporary natural or garden style bouquet, a softly cascading design and a larger & dramatic Boho design that will include a built-in support structure. You will be encouraged to independently research modern wedding bouquet design styles & influences , and to explore and source some more unusual materials to include in your work

This course is an 11 week course for adults with learning disabilities.The class each week will involve some circle dancing or line dancing to improve learners coordination and fitness. This will be balanced with doing some drawing and painting whilst listening to various types of music to help the learners express themselves through colour and movement in their artworks.

You will cook a wide and varied range of savoury and sweet dishes, learning a range of preparation skills. There will be a focus on nutrition and food hygiene, how to shop for ingredients on a budget, how to follow a simple recipe and how to plan and prepare a group meal with seasonal produce. It is ideal for people who live independently and will celebrate the benefits of cooking healthy and tasty dishes and eating what you have cooked with others.

You will cook a wide and varied range of savoury and sweet dishes, learning a range of preparation skills. There will be a focus on nutrition and food hygiene, how to shop for ingredients on a budget, how to follow a simple recipe and how to plan and prepare a group meal with seasonal produce. It is ideal for people who live independently and will celebrate the benefits of cooking healthy and tasty dishes and eating what you have cooked with others.

This enjoyable & creative course is aimed at developing skills and confidence to enable learners to carry out event decoration work for weddings, parties and other special occasions or celebrations. It will cover the construction of three designs: a long table-scape, a garland and an on-trend hanging design constructed on a chicken-wire base. Ideas & guidance on the purchase & preparation of materials and design costing will also be covered. This is a fantastic course for learners who want to further develop potential career skills, and is also ideal for creative church & home event decorators

Taking inspiration from artists exploring a mix of realism and imaginary landscapes, you will create a small painting. This course is ideal for both beginners and learners with experience

In this class you will explore a variety of watercolour techniques for painting landscapes. You will learn about different watercolour styles and discover how to blend colours effectively. Guided by your tutor, you will gain confidence in watercolour painting through a variety of exercises and explorations.

This fun and creative course will teach you to the process of English Paper Piecing- a traditional technique which uses paper templates and only hand stitching to assemble the patchwork pieces. It is a portable, enjoyably slower and mindful craft that is now back on-trend! The course will include learning to measure, cut and assemble your fabrics, consider the use of colour, pattern, and overall design impact, in addition to quilting and finishing techniques. After learning and sampling some essential skills in the first session, you will have the option to make one of these smaller scale starter projects: a cushion cover, a decorative purse or pouch bag, or a small blanket.

Stepping forward into industry, self-employment or further education this course will provide you with the opportunity to build a professional portfolio of work containing finished prints and including a book of notes and ideas.

Stepping forward into industry, self-employment or further education, this course will provide you with the opportunity to build a professional digital portfolio of work containing a selection of quality images including a book of notes and ideas ready for client viewing. NOTE: This course is divided into 2 x 2 hour sessions with a 1-hour lunch break on Thursdays over five weeks.

Try a gentle pilates class in this free online taster session. Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Try a gentle pilates class in this free taster session. Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor. Note, it is essential that you have the ability to manoeuvre your body to the floor as much of the course is mat based.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Pilates is a method of exercise that uses low impact movements to promote flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. The benefits of this practice include proper postural alignment, increased core strength and improved muscle balance. This class focuses on the needs of mature adults who would like to improve their muscular strength and bone health under the supervision of an experienced tutor.

Experiment with monotype printing in this five-week course run by artist Sarah Gursoy-Heuser. A monotype is a painting or drawing on a blank plate which you then transfer to a piece of paper using pressure to create a unique art work. Sarah Gursoy-Heuser will demonstrate different techniques and use a variety of materials and tools to help you explore direct line and painterly monotype printing. You'll experiment with ink mixing, rollout, additive and reductive printing, using stencils, working with the 'ghost' image, trace monotype, mark making and layering of colour. As a group, you'll also look at monotype's place in art history.

Experiment with monotype printing in this five-week course run by artist Sarah Gursoy-Heuser. A monotype is a painting or drawing on a blank plate which you then transfer to a piece of paper using pressure to create a unique art work. Sarah Gursoy-Heuser will demonstrate different techniques and use a variety of materials and tools to help you explore direct line and painterly monotype printing. You'll experiment with ink mixing, rollout, additive and reductive printing, using stencils, working with the 'ghost' image, trace monotype, mark making and layering of colour. As a group, you'll also look at monotype's place in art history.

An exciting course encouraging self - development through print, exploring just two of the techniques used by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Rembrandt and Henri Matisse. In line with the greats you will design your relief piece, cut a block (wood or lino) and then print from the raised surface you have left behind. Your intaglio work once designed, transferred and incised rely on the marks made into your metal plate to retain the ink and print from. Both have an incredible range of possibilities allowing for self expression.The course has been designed to support all levels of experience - beginners will be able to learn and experience the basic skills whilst producing a series of portfolio samples to a good standard. - learners refreshing their skills will be supported ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course encouraging self - development through print, exploring just two of the techniques used by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Rembrandt and Henri Matisse. In line with the greats you will design your relief piece, cut a block (wood or lino) and then print from the raised surface you have left behind. Your intaglio work once designed, transferred and incised rely on the marks made into your metal plate to retain the ink and print from. Both have an incredible range of possibilities allowing for self expression.The course has been designed to support all levels of experience - beginners will be able to learn and experience the basic skills whilst producing a series of portfolio samples to a good standard. - learners refreshing their skills will be supported ensuring they can access the equipment flly enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

Experiment with monotype printing in this free taster session run by artist Sarah Gursoy-Heuser. A monotype is a painting or drawing on a blank plate which you then transfer to a piece of paper using pressure to create a unique art work. Sarah Gursoy-Heuser will demonstrate different techniques and use a variety of materials and tools to help you explore direct line monotype and painterly monotype printing. The session will also give you an opportunity to take part in a group discussion and experience working in a print studio.

Develop your printmaking skills by exploring design, shape and form. This course will help you look at your surroundings in a different way whether its out door nature, a tower block, a row of shops, water reflection or your garden plants. You can observe the movement and sound created around you and learn how those moments can become repeat patterns on paper.You will build a portfolio of samples, try various techniques and learn about artists who explore 'repeat'.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen printing processes. The course has been designed to support learners looking to refresh their skills ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen printing processes. The course has been designed to support learners looking to refresh their skills ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen printing processes. The course has been designed to support learners looking to refresh their skills ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen printing processes. The course has been designed to support learners looking to refresh their skills ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen printing processes. The course has been designed to support learners looking to refresh their skills ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

An exciting course allowing for personal development and an exploration of screen-printing processes. The course has been designed to support all levels of experience - beginners will be able to learn and experience the basic skills of screen printing whilst producing a series of portfolio samples to a good standard. - learners refreshing their skills will be supported ensuring they can access the equipment fully enabling them to evolve creatively, work on personal projects and take part in any planned activities.- returning learners are encouraged to bring in current projects to work on.

This enjoyable & creative course is aimed at developing skills and confidence to enable learners to carry out event decoration work for weddings, parties and other special occasions or celebrations. It will cover the construction of three designs using seasonally available and inspired materials: a long central table-scape, a garland and an on-trend hanging design constructed on a chicken-wire base. Ideas & guidance on the purchase & preparation of materials and design costing will also be covered. This is a fantastic course for learners who want to further develop potential career skills, and is also ideal for creative church & home event decorators

This gentle hatha yoga course aims to focus on improving balance, flexibility, mobility and strength with use of props, variations and adjustments to ensure you can reach your full potential. Through various mindfulness techniques you will be encouraged to develop mind and body awareness within a safe and inclusive environment, as well as sharing your experience in group discussions or partner work to build confidence and self belief. Breathing techniques, relaxation and meditation aim to promote a relaxed state of mind reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety which can often improve mental wellbeing.Combining a holistic approach to health and mental wellbeing, you might experience improvements in sleep, concentration and coping mechanisms when feeling overwhelmed.

This gentle hatha yoga course aims to focus on improving balance, flexibility, mobility and strength with use of props, variations and adjustments to ensure you can reach your full potential. Through various mindfulness techniques you will be encouraged to develop mind and body awareness within a safe and inclusive environment, as well as sharing your experience in group discussions or partner work to build confidence and self belief. Breathing techniques, relaxation and meditation aim to promote a relaxed state of mind reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety which can often improve mental wellbeing.Combining a holistic approach to health and mental wellbeing, you might experience improvements in sleep, concentration and coping mechanisms when feeling overwhelmed.

This mindful chair yoga seeks to focus on both physical and mental wellbeing, where learners are encouraged to self-explore in a safe and inclusive environment. The sessions include gentle chair-based stretches to improve strength, balance, flexibility and mobility, with exercises tailored to each learners abilities, enabling everyone to reach their full potential. Focusing on movement and breathing you will create a moving meditation that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and improves mood.