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Curriculum area: Digital Skills

This course is designed for Adults who want to get a basic understanding of e-safety and how to reduce the risk of being affected by Cybercrime.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 15 January 2027
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who would like an introduction into buying and selling online. The Internet has transformed the way we shop, enabling us to search for prices online, obtain information and specifications about different products as well as how we can sell things without expensive shop fronts or stalls. On this course you will learn to browse for products you like on the internet, compare prices to find the best deal and the best practices for selling your goods on online platforms.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 9 June 2027
Number of weeks: 2
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

This course is a "how to" on your iPad all the way from how to turn it on, to how to use your device to stay in touch with family and friends, we go through all the tips on how to get the most from your device.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Friday, 2 October 2026
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Family Learning

Create your own Storybox to retell the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, We're Going on a Bear Hunt or The Gruffalo

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Family Learning

Create your own Storybox to retell the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, We're Going on a Bear Hunt or The Gruffalo

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 19 August 2026
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Family Learning

Create your own Story Box with resources to accompany the story of ‘The Gingerbread Man’. This course is ideal for parents and carers who want to support their child’s early reading and language development in a creative, exciting and interactive way.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 8 December 2026
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 16:15 - 17:45
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Family Learning

Create your own Story Box with resources to accompany the story of The Snowman by Raymond Briggs. This course is ideal for parents and carers who want to support their child’s early reading and language development in a creative, exciting and interactive way.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 15 December 2026
Number of weeks: 1
Time: 16:15 - 17:45
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: ESOL

This course is for learners with little experience of speaking, reading and writing English. The course helps you to start to develop writing and reading skills. You will learn common words in English to help you communicate with other people on simple subjects.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Monday, 7 June 2027
Number of weeks: 6
Time: 12:30 - 15:00
Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

This course aims to give you the know how to confidently navigate your way around Microsoft Office Word.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

This course is suitable for learners who can use Word Processing software at a basic level and would like to benefit from the more advanced features available. Learners will feel able to use more advanced tools & techniques, allowing them to create impactful and engaging documents with confidence.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 13:00 - 15:00
Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course