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Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) (Entry 3)
Take your writing skills to the next level with these ESOL classes. Improve your written English and feel more confident in a variety of everyday situations. This ESOL writing course can teach you important skills to study or write good CVs and job applications.
This ESOL entry 3 writing course builds on skills you learnt at entry 2. Expand your understanding of how to create well-structured texts and polish your spelling and grammar.
This is an English course for adults. It is aimed at speakers of other languages. ESOL courses are divided into three areas: reading, writing, and speaking & listening.
If you’re helping others access ESOL classes in the UK, you’ve come to the right place.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Fri 11/07/2025Times:9:45am - 11:45amDuration:44 sessionsLocation:Carramea Community Resource Centre (Harr
27 Northolt Road
Harrow
HA2 0LHTutor:Hansa GunelCourse code:Q00011532How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Crafts: Weaving Without a Loom
Have you ever seen weaving and wondered how to get started and wanted to try your hand at it? On this course you will discover that it is possible to make a loom from a variety of materials, even from something as simple as a piece of card, a branch, etc. You will also explore how to use more than just wool to weave with and how to prepare alternative materials for weaving. You will gain knowledge about how threads are interlaced to create a woven fabric and what the different threads are called and how to use them to create patterns and texture in piece of woven textile art. You will also discover how weaving can be beneficial to your health, helping you to “be in the moment” and create a calming environment.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 27/03/2025Times:10:30am - 12:30pmDuration:11 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jo McIntoshCourse code:Q00019517How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:7 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £81.40
Craft: Beginners' Exploring Modern Calligraphy: back to basics
Come and try your hand at calligraphy, you do not need to be an artist to enjoy modern Calligraphy. The aim of the course is to give a solid grounding exploring different aspects of this fascinating craft.
Working with easily available equipment and simple techniques.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Fiona MitchellCourse code:Q00016801How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:6 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £66.60
Craft: Beginners' Next Steps in Calligraphy: italic - a classic script - back to basics
This course introduces students to the foundational skills of calligraphy and hand lettering. Starting with the history and evolution of both art forms, students will learn about essential tools and materials. They will practice basic strokes, letter formations, and techniques for both lowercase and uppercase alphabets. By the end of this term, students will be able to create simple projects like greeting cards or quote art, utilising basic layouts and compositions. The focus is on developing a strong understanding of the basics and building confidence and creating a calligraphic sketchbook.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 03/04/2025Times:11:00am - 12:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Fiona MitchellCourse code:Q00016793How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £66.60
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
British Literature 1980 - 2011 (Part 2)
Part 2 of this course builds on our first ten weeks before Christmas, but as each text is studied individually, it is possible to pursue Part 2 separately.
We will explore the following texts:
On Chesil Beach - Ian McEwan.
Cloud Atlas - David Mitchell (2004)
Day - A.L. Kennedy.
Affinity - Sarah Waters.
The Sense of an Ending - Julian Barnes.
There will be a wealth of opportunity for discussion of these texts and their themes, which will involve memory, how narratives are structured and gender issues. The texts will also introduce concepts relating to how one reads texts closely and aligns these texts with modern literary movements.
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Dates:Thu 09/01/2025 -
Thu 20/03/2025Times:2:15pm - 4:15pmDuration:10 sessionsLocation:Friends Meeting House (Sutton)
10 Cedar Road
Sutton
SM2 5DATutor:Stephen SmithCourse code:Q00017594How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.00
ESOL: Living, Learning and Working in the UK
The ESOL Living and working in UK course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of the English language. In a face-to-face, comfortable and very positive environment you will have an opportunity to improve your skill and gain confidence. This course is focused on helping students develop fundamental speaking and listening skills in English. By the end of the course, students should be able to hold simple conversations and understand basic English conversations. Indulge in the topics like : “All about me”, “Talking about your neighbourhood”, “How do you spend your weekends?” and many more.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Location:Welcome House Hull
3 Wright St
Hull
HU2 8HRCourse code:P00000085How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Fitness and Exercise: Yoga to improve joint mobility and strength
Enhance your well-being with our Yoga to Improve Joint Mobility and Strength course. This class focuses on yoga practices specifically designed to increase joint flexibility and build muscle strength. Through a blend of mindful movements, stretching, and strength-building postures, you will learn techniques to support and protect your joints. Suitable for all levels, this course encourages you to listen to your body and adapt practices to meet your individual needs. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can develop greater joint mobility and strength, ultimately improving your overall physical health and quality of life.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:9:30am - 11:00amDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018230How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £37.00
Healthy Living: Mindful Relaxation practice to support pain management
Would you like to manage pain more effectively and enhance your overall well-being? This course focuses on mindful relaxation techniques to support pain management. Chronic pain can significantly impact your quality of life, but through mindful practices, you can learn to ease discomfort and develop a more positive relationship with your body. We will focus on body awareness, breathwork, and gentle movements to reduce pain. Each session will conclude with a guided relaxation practice designed to support pain relief. Everyone can benefit from learning these techniques to manage pain naturally.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 14/02/2025Times:1:00pm - 2:30pmDuration:6 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Nicola BaileyCourse code:Q00018256How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30
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:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:12 sessionsLocation:Clare House (SCUNTHORPE)
31 Wells Street
SCUNTHORPE
DN15 6HLTutor:Phil MasonCourse code:Q00017927How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £100.80
Textiles and Fashion: Sewing 3
Enhance your sewing skills with our Textiles and Fashion: Sewing 3 course. Learn advanced techniques for creating fashionable and functional clothing. Ideal for individuals with basic sewing knowledge looking to refine their skills.
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Dates:Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 28/02/2025Times:10:15am - 1:15pmDuration:7 sessionsLocation:Southall Day Centre (Southall)
20 Western Road
Southall
UB2 5DSTutor:Maria Tawfik BitranaCourse code:Q00017656How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £84.00