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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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 4 February 2026

Number of weeks: 23

Time: 13:00 - 16:00

Venue: Whitehaven Library

Free Course

Greener Curriculum

This course provides the chance to get creative in a relaxed and supportive environment. the course will teach you to recycle old clothing and other textiles to create beautiful and sustainable jewellery.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 4 March 2026

Number of weeks: 2

Time: 13:30 - 15:30

Venue: Hindpool Community Centre

Free Course

Family Learning

Great fun, creative, exciting and hugely appealing to inquisitive young children, story sacks are a fabulous way to encourage your young child to take an interest in stories and books!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 26 February 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 09:30 - 11:30

Venue: Kirkby Stephen Local Links

Free Course

Family Learning

Great fun, creative, exciting and hugely appealing to inquisitive young children, story sacks are a fabulous way to encourage your young child to take an interest in stories and books!

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 26 February 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 12:45 - 14:45

Venue: Appleby Library

Free Course

Employability

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 23 February 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Health and Wellbeing

In this course you will build a foundational understanding of dementia, its impact, and practical approaches to supporting people living with dementia.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 27 February 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 12:00 - 14:00

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

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

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 12 February 2026

Number of weeks: 4

Time: 13:00 - 15:00

Venue: Whitehaven Library

Free Course