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Curriculum area: Languages

This is a fabulous class for those want to learn a new language or those who want to re-learn a language from scratch. We have excellent Tutors who will help you achieve. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Thursday, 15 April 2027
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £180.00 | Concessionary fee: £90.00 | Staff fee: £153.00

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Intermediate level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner and Improver level language classes. We have excellent tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging and stimulating learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Number of weeks: 4
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
Venue: Carlisle Library

Full fee: £28.50 | Staff fee: £24.23

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Improver level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner level language classes. We have tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 13 January 2027
Number of weeks: 10
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £190.00 | Staff fee: £161.50

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Improver level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner level language classes. We have tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 14 April 2027
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £228.00 | Staff fee: £193.80

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Intermediate level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner and Improver level language classes. We have excellent tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging and stimulating learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £228.00 | Staff fee: £193.80

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Intermediate level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner and Improver level language classes. We have excellent tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging and stimulating learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 12 January 2027
Number of weeks: 10
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £190.00 | Staff fee: £161.50

Curriculum area: Languages

Our Intermediate level classes are excellent progression for those who have successfully completed our Beginner and Improver level language classes. We have excellent tutors who will push you to achieve far more than you would have expected in a fun, encouraging and stimulating learning environment. Please note this course is designed to be delivered over a full academic year, covering three terms. If you wish to join the course in term 2 or term 3 please contact the centre to arrange an initial assessment to check that this is the right course and level for you. We will also ask the course tutor to contact you to discuss your current level and any previous language learning you have undertaken, again to ensure that the course is appropriate and that you will have an enjoyable and high quality learning experience with the service.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 13 April 2027
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
Venue: Upperby CDC

Full fee: £228.00 | Staff fee: £193.80

Curriculum area: Employability

This course aims to help older people recognise the skills and behaviours they have which are valued by employers.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 1 December 2026
Number of weeks: 3
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Venue: Archive Building Whitehaven and Local Studies Centre

Free Course

Curriculum area: Health and Wellbeing

This short course will show you how you can support your mental health with simple steps.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Tuesday, 2 March 2027
Number of weeks: 4
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Venue: Archive Building Whitehaven and Local Studies Centre

Free Course

Curriculum area: ESOL

This introductory course helps you learn about using money in the UK. It is aimed at people who are newly settled in the UK and will build your confidence in using money in everyday transactions.

Delivery type: In-person
Start date: Monday, 11 January 2027
Number of weeks: 10
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Venue: Whitehaven Library

Free Course