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Curriculum area: ESOL

Do you want to improve your writing skills? Do you want to join a fun and friendly class? If the answer is yes then this could be the right course for you! By the end of this course you will be better at: Writing simple sentences in paragraphs with clear structure, writing compound sentences using common conjunctions to connect two clauses, for example using as, and, but. Don`t worry if this seems complicated now because you will work with an experienced and enthusiastic ESOL tutor and your peers to develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in this qualification. You will need to attend classes each week to give you the best opportunity to succeed. You will also be asked to complete homework and independent study to maximise your chances of success. This qualification will allow you to progress to other awards at Entry level 2 in the ESOL Skills for Life suite of qualifications. Use simple present tense and simple past tense. Use simple adverbial phrases of time and place e.g. on Saturday, next week, at the bus station Use adjectives and intensifiers to add detail and interest Use capital letters, question marks and full stops in sentences.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 10 March 2027
Number of weeks: 16
Time: 09:15 - 12:00
Venue: Stricklandgate House

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

The qualification provides learners with the essential digital skills which are needed in a wide range of situations in life and at work. For example, successful learners will be able to make appointments, order goods and services, organise payments using online platforms, conduct video calls, create, edit and save a range of documents, and troubleshoot basic problems on their device. At Level 1 the focus is primarily on digital skills for work with a secondary focus on digital skills for life.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Number of weeks: 15
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

The qualification provides learners with the essential digital skills which are needed in a wide range of situations in life and at work. For example, successful learners will be able to make appointments, order goods and services, organise payments using online platforms, conduct video calls, create, edit and save a range of documents, and troubleshoot basic problems on their device. At Level 1 the focus is primarily on digital skills for work with a secondary focus on digital skills for life.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 17 March 2027
Number of weeks: 15
Time: 09:30 - 12:30
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

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, 11 September 2026
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

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 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