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Languages

Our Improvers 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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 16 April 2026

Number of weeks: 5

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Kendal Cancer Care

Full fee: £65.00
Concessionary fee: £32.50
Staff fee: £55.25

Languages

Our Improvers 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.

Mode of attendance: Online

Start date: Wednesday, 15 April 2026

Number of weeks: 10

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Online Delivery

Full fee: £120.00
Concessionary fee: £60.00
Staff fee: £102.00

English

This English course will help you gain more understanding and confidence to use literacy skills effectively in daily life and the workplace. This course leads to a qualification that is widely recognised and useful as the basis for further study.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 23 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course

Fully Booked

English

As well as being of use in daily life and the workplace, this is an opportunity to gain a qualification that is widely recognised and valued by employers.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 23 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Barrow Library

Free Course

Fully Booked

Maths

If you would like to equip yourself with the basic skills you need to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 15 April 2026

Number of weeks: 15

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Maths

If you would like to equip yourself with the basic skills you need to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 5 March 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Whitehaven Harbour Youth Project

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for Adults who would like to understand the range of Apps available to connect to healthcare services provided by their GP and the NHS.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 27 April 2026

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for Adults who would like to understand the range of Apps available to connect to healthcare services provided by their GP and the NHS.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Monday, 22 June 2026

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Penrith Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This workshop offers an introduction to Android Smart Phones and how they can be used in everyday life. We will cover such topics as how to access the internet using your phone, how to access your emails and how to alter basic settings amongst other topics.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 17 April 2026

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Fully Booked

Digital Skills

This workshop offers an introduction to iPhones and how they can be used in everyday life. We will cover such topics as how to access the internet using your phone, how to access your emails and how to alter basic settings amongst other topics.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 17 April 2026

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 12:30 - 14:30

Venue: Civic Centre (Carlisle)

Free Course

Fully Booked