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Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 1)
Learn basic writing skills with this foundational English course for beginners. This English course is for speakers of other languages. It will help you learn to write in English to study, work, and live in the UK.
Entry 1 ESOL courses help people who are just starting to learn English. It will help you gain confidence to write basic sentences in English. There are also reading and speaking & listening courses at this level.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Mon 02/12/2024Times:10:00am - 2:00pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Community House (London)
311 Fore Street
London
N9 0PZTutor:Soad HalawaCourse code:Q00017474How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Art Practical: Portraiture Painting
This course aims to introduce students to the art of portraiture in a relaxed and supportive environment.
You will learn how to draw the face and features correctly with a final project.
This class is ideal for beginners who would like to learn new skills or improve old ones.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 04/12/2024Times:11:00am - 1:00pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Frank FerrieCourse code:Q00009660How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:1 place remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00
Art Practical: Drawing from Scratch
Learn to develop drawing skills of line, tone and form and create art inspired by objects around you. Using a variety of equipment including pencils, charcoal,pen and ink, you will create some unique and inspiring creations to take home or gift to family and friends.
This course is a great way to gain confidence in your art and develop your skills. Anybody can join whether you have a wealth of experience or none at all. Art is whatever you want it to be.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:9:00am - 10:30amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010172How you'll learn:OnlineStatus:Waiting listFee rangeFree to £33.30
Art Practical: Introduction to Abstract Art
Learn painting techniques inspired by historical and contemporary abstract artists.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010181How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Art Practical: Abstracting Landscapes
Learn to develop painting skills and colour mixing, inspired by the world around you.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 23/10/2024Times:3:00pm - 4:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Abi KremerCourse code:Q00010182How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:2 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
Textiles and Fashion: Knitting for Beginners
This is a heart-warming and transformative journey of Knitting for Beginners at The Community Shop, Knottingley. This brand-new course is designed to foster community engagement, promote learning for wellbeing, and nurture positive mental health through the art of knitting.
Together, we'll weave a tapestry of creativity, friendship, and well-being, celebrating the joy of learning and knitting as a means to nurture ourselves and our community.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 13/11/2024Times:1:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:Community Shop Knottingley
Hill Top
Knottingley
WF11 8EETutor:Victoria BouldCourse code:Q00010257How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £58.80
Entry Level ESOL: Digital Skills For ESOL - Entry Level
The Entry Level Digital Skills for ESOL course is tailored for English language learners who wish to develop basic digital skills. This course covers fundamental computer operations, internet usage, and essential software applications, all while enhancing your English language proficiency. Ideal for beginners, it aims to equip you with the digital literacy needed for everyday tasks, further learning, and employment opportunities. Throughout the course, you will learn how to operate a computer, use the internet safely and effectively, and navigate key software applications such as word processors and email. The course content includes practical activities like creating and saving documents, browsing websites, and understanding basic online communication tools.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 11/12/2024Times:1:30pm - 3:00pmDuration:13 sessionsLocation:Welcome House Hull
3 Wright St
Hull
HU2 8HRTutor:Edyta BogdanowiczCourse code:Q00017923How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.60
Level 1 ESOL: Introduction to Driving Theory
This course will help you if English is not your first language and if you are struggling to understand the vocabulary needed to pass the UK Driving Theory Test. During the course, we will cover the English technical language you are likely to need. You will also learn about the language used in the Highway Code and about transport in the UK. We will also cover road signs, road markings and the rules of driving. The course will help you to feel more confident that you are ready to apply for the Theory Test.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 13/11/2024Times:12:30pm - 3:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:Central Children's Centre (Grimsby)
Edward Street
Grimsby
DN32 9HLTutor:Phil MasonCourse code:Q00017937How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
Level 1 Maths: Costing Sewing Projects
This 9-hour course provides a foundational understanding of essential maths skills for measuring fabric accurately in garment-making. Designed for beginners, the course covers basic arithmetic, units of measurement, and practical applications in a textile context. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, learners will gain confidence in measuring lengths, widths, and calculating fabric requirements. Perfect for aspiring tailors and hobbyists, this course ensures participants can make precise measurements, reducing material waste and enhancing the quality of their projects. Join us to develop the skills needed for successful garment creation.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:1:00pm - 2:00pmDuration:9 sessionsLocation:The Vine Community Centre (Nottingham)
Bobbers Mill Road
Nottingham
NG7 5GZTutor:Monazza AzizCourse code:Q00016421How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.60
British Literature in the 1950s
In this course we will discuss and analyse the following
authors and their works. These are:
Look Back in Anger - John Osborne.
The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie - Muriel Spark.
The Vet's Daughter - Barbara Comyns.
A Voice Through A Cloud - Denton Welch.
A Kind of Loving - Stan Barstow.
These texts are an eclectic blend of plays, novels and the
autobiographical in the case of Denton Welch, an eccentric
and now largely forgotten.
There will be great scope for discussion and the voicing of
opinions, and you will be encouraged to develop your own
theories and interpretations in a supportive atmosphere.
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Dates:Wed 18/09/2024 -
Wed 27/11/2024Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Duke Street Church
Quadrant Road
Richmond
TW9 1DHTutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017580How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00