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Literature: Children’s Fantasy Novels
Interested in children's fantasy novels? This day school delves into classics like J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, Ursula K. LeGuin's A Wizard of Earthsea, and J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan. No need to read the entire novels; we'll focus on specific chapters. Explore the literary significance and themes of these works, and discuss their lasting legacy. Resources will be available on Canvas for pre- and post-session reflection. The day combines tutor presentations with group discussions, connecting the novels to broader cultural contexts and examining how fiction relates to the real world.
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Dates:Sat 23/11/2024 -
Sat 23/11/2024Times:10:30am - 4:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)
Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AWTutor:James ClarkeCourse code:Q00017990How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Maths for Work (Multiply)
Here at the WEA we believe in bringing education within reach of everyone. Our maths for work course is designed to give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the essential numeracy skills they need to succeed at any age. This course is aimed at employed people looking to improve their Maths skills to help them at work.
We want to help people to improve their ability to understand and use maths in daily life. This Maths for work course is an opportunity to learn new skills to support you no matter what role you play in work.
You will be able to understand how to use new maths skills to support you in your career progression but these skills can also be used to support your children's homework, along with managing finances and using Maths in daily life at home too.
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Dates:Mon 25/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Times:7:00pm - 8:30pmDuration:8 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Derek RobinsonCourse code:Q00019269How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee:Free
Introduction to Early Years Settings
This introductory course is for anyone who wants to develop a basic knowledge of working with children up to the age of 5 in early years’ settings such as nurseries or pre-schools. You will understand the importance of communication and will gain confidence in applying skills and techniques that will engage children in their personal development. You will study activities that can stimulate children's growth and learning development in their early years. You will increase your confidence in caring for children in early years’ settings. To progress on to an accredited Early Years’ Course at the WEA, or other courses.
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Dates:Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 17/12/2024Location:Woodpecker Hall Academy (London)
North Star Community Trust
Cuckoo Hall Lane
London
N9 8DRCourse code:Q00011946How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £75.00
Paediatric First Aid
Do you help out at a school or youth centre? If you volunteer in a setting with children, it’s important to have an understanding of basic paediatric first aid. This paediatric first aid course gives you an introduction to the essential life-saving skills that can make all the difference in an emergency situation.
This course is ideal for you if you work informally with children, toddlers, or babies. It is useful in a variety of settings, including sports halls, community hubs, and youth centres. It is also perfect for new parents who want to understand basic first aid to look after their children.
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Dates:Tue 26/11/2024 -
Tue 10/12/2024Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TDTutor:Mariam SidatCourse code:Q00017254How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
Would you like to help children gain confidence in their reading as well as English and maths? Then this course is for you. No matter what role you are interested in, this course can teach you skills that will help you gain employment in a school or college. It will provide you with the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in an administration, technical, or support role in a learning environment. Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with children in teaching positions.
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Dates:Wed 27/11/2024 -
Wed 30/07/2025Times:11:30am - 2:00pmDuration:36 sessionsLocation:Woodpecker Hall Academy (London)
North Star Community Trust
Cuckoo Hall Lane
London
N9 8DRTutor:Swati LahiriCourse code:Q00010455How you'll learn:Online and in venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
If you enjoy the buzz of learning environments, this qualification can teach you key skills for employment in a school or college. This government-funded course prepares you for a variety of roles. It provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in admin, technical, or support roles in a learning environment.
Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with kids in teaching positions. It also provides you with the qualifications needed to work in admin at schools. No matter what role you’re interested in, this course can teach you skills for employability in schools and colleges.
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Dates:Wed 27/11/2024 -
Wed 25/06/2025Times:9:30am - 3:00pmDuration:28 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Bimbola OlawanleCourse code:Q00017469How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
History: Daily Life in Ancient Egypt
From work, play, education, games, birth, death, love and punishment - this course will explore the evidence for the daily life of individuals and the elite in ancient Egypt. We will look at the map of the region and follow the Nile down. We will explore Egyptian chronology, urban life, temples and pictures depicting the religious life of the people.
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Dates:Fri 29/11/2024 -
Fri 29/11/2024Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:St Lawrence Parish Rooms (Winchester)
Colebrook Street
Winchester
SO23 9LHTutor:John BillmanCourse code:Q00017610How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £25.20
Humanities: St Nicholas – who was he?
We all know that St Nicholas is the “real name” for Santa, but who was he, and how did he get associated with Christmas? We’ll take a look at the history of the Saint (and what else he was the saint of!), what other places he appears other than down your chimney, and various other characters who have been known to turn up and interact with small children in winter.
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Dates:Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 03/12/2024Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Jane WilliamsCourse code:Q00019854How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £7.40
Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges Level 2
If you enjoy the buzz of learning environments, this qualification can teach you key skills for employment in a school or college. This government-funded course prepares you for a variety of roles. It provides the basic skills and knowledge necessary to work in admin, technical, or support roles in a learning environment.
Studying support work in schools at level 2 can be a first step towards working with kids in teaching positions. It also provides you with the qualifications needed to work in admin at schools. No matter what role you’re interested in, this course can teach you skills for employability in schools and colleges.
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Dates:Tue 03/12/2024 -
Tue 20/05/2025Location:Todmorden Learning Centre (Todmorden)
Burnley Road
Todmorden
OL14 7BXCourse code:Q00018425How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £225.00
Understanding ADHD: Living with ADHD
Feeling disorganized, forgetful, or struggling to focus? ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) might be the reason. This course explores the realities of living with ADHD, empowering you to understand the symptoms, navigate challenges, and discover strategies for success at home, work, and in relationships.
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Dates:Fri 06/12/2024 -
Fri 20/12/2024Times:10:00am - 1:00pmDuration:3 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Natasha AbramsCourse code:Q00016655How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFree to £33.30