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ESOL

Do you want to improve your writing skills? Join a supportive class and work with your peers to start your learning journey on the ESOL Skills for Life suite of qualifications. By the end of the course you will be more confident in: writing simple text and communicating information and ideas. You will understand the difference between a range of simple text layouts e.g. invitation, messages and envelopes. You will be able to use verbs and capital letters where appropriate in your writing. You will spell personal vocabulary and common words correctly. Do not worry if this sounds a lot and a bit daunting because you will be supported every step of the way! You will need to be able to attend classes each week to complete the guided learning hours for this qualification and to give you the best chance of success. You will develop the skills and knowledge to allow you to move forward confidently in your ESOL journey.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Number of weeks: 19

Time: 09:15 - 11:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Friday, 9 January 2026

Number of weeks: 16

Time: 09:30 - 12:45

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

Build essential digital skills for life, learning, and work.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Number of weeks: 1

Venue: PHX Training (Carlisle)

Free Course

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.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 4 September 2025

Number of weeks: 15

Time: 09:30 - 12:45

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Maths

If you would like to become more confident with the basic maths skills you need to operate more effectively in everyday life and perhaps progress to further functional skills, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Maths

If you would like to become more confident with the basic maths skills you need to operate more effectively in everyday life and perhaps progress to further functional skills, this is the course for you.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 09:30 - 12:30

Venue: Kendal Library

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: Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Number of weeks: 18

Time: 12:30 - 15:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Maths

This is a one year highly intensive course and is free to those who have not previously achieved a 9-4 (old A*- C) grade in GCSE maths. It would be ideal if you are seeking employment or career advancement, or wish to access higher education.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 18 September 2025

Number of weeks: 32

Time: 10:00 - 13:00

Venue: Kendal 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: Thursday, 2 October 2025

Number of weeks: 1

Time: 13:30 - 15:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course

Digital Skills

This course is designed for those who would like an introduction into buying and selling online.

Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Thursday, 11 September 2025

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 13:30 - 15:30

Venue: Kendal Library

Free Course