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Art - Mastering portraits

This workshop will cover the basics of portraiture, the importance of drawing, and bringing these skills to bear in effective portrait work.

Canva

This is a 5 week introductory course to use the Canva website. You will be guided through setting up a free account and to using some of the many elements of the programme.

Computing for the Terrified

This is a course for those who have never used a computer but who would like to have a go. The course aims to develop some of the basic skills required to begin using a computer and tablet. This is a course for complete beginners who want to learn at their own pace in a friendly, relaxed environment. Accreditation available.

Cookery

This is a cookery course defined by a particular topic. Students eat what is cooked on the day and take home what is unused.

Creative writing

This course is designed to develop skills and confidence in creative writing. Poetry, short story writing, the novel, script writing and all aspects of fiction and non-fiction writing may be studied.

Creative writing - how to write a story

This course will focus on the basics and fundamentals of story-writing for novels, short stories, screenplays etc. It will look into creating a plot, characters, settings, conflict and the main elements on building a story, followed by the writing process itself with how to write descriptions, dialogue, create scenes and editing your work.

Food Safety in Catering

Everyone who works with food has a special responsibility for safeguarding the health of consumers and to ensure that the food they serve or sell is perfectly safe to eat. This course is suitable for anyone working in catering. Personal hygiene - safe food - cleaning in food premises - waste & pest control.

GCSE Mathematics Legacy - Intermediate

There is a minimum entry requirement to join the course. All learners will be screened at the beginning of the course and it is important that all registered learners attend. In order to succeed in this exam learners must attend regularly and compete supplementary work on their own for homework. Whilst there is a fee for this course, help is available via our bursary for those who may have financial concerns. Please note every learner must pay for their exam fee. Please contact us if you are worried about costs.

History - A history of childhood

This course explores what life was like for children in five historic eras; Roman, Medieval, Tudor, and the 18th and 19th centuries

History of Art

Learn about the origins of art, the emergence of art from other cultures and various styles and artists throughout the centuries.

Italian conversation

This advanced Italian conversation class is designed to refine fluency and elevate your speaking skills through discussions on complex topics. Ideal for learners with a strong foundation in Italian, the course aims to enhance your confidence and spontaneity in conversation.

Leather Craft

Suitable for beginners, this course introduces the basic techniques of leathercraft. Create projects such as keyrings, jewellery, purses or wallets while learning cutting, shaping, stitching, pattern-making and finishing techniques. Future courses include bags and journals. Additional material costs apply; sustainably sourced recycled veg-tanned leather is used.

Microsoft Office skills

Suitable for those who have limited computer skills or have completed an introductory IT course. This accredited course develops practical Microsoft Office skills.

Spanish conversation

Using Spanish/Spanish in context. This course is for students with experience of studying the language. Knowledge of the present, past and future tenses in Spanish is essential. The main aim is to improve understanding and spoken Spanish, in addition to reading and writing skills. The course will use a range of tenses, grammar and vocabulary. The focus will be on using Spanish in different contexts. If you intend on registering for a Spanish Conversation class, please contact the centre as there are different levels on different days and times.

Willow birdhouse & feeder

Weave a winter shelter for garden birds and a fat ball feeder in this workshop. No prior experience of weaving is necessary and all help and tools will be provided. Materials £5. Additional kits can be purchased on the day to take home and keep weaving!

Yoga - Chair yoga

An easy going introduction to Yoga, from a seated position. A good way to unwind but gain suppleness and movement in a safe and social environment. This course is suitable for all levels of fitness. Gain similar de-stress and health benefits of Yoga in a social environment - by sitting on a chair! Suitable for people with a multitude of conditions such as arthritis, chronic fatigue, Crohn's, fibromyalgia: Move through every joint of the body with the breath to bring about a sense of calm