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Directory 2019 Medway Adult Education discover • learn • achieve Book online: medway.gov.uk/mae
Welcome to our Contents
new directory
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An adult education course gives you Be creative 4
the opportunity to discover, learn or
achieve something new. Joining a
course is an excellent way of creating
Special interests 12
new opportunities for personal
development or improving your career
prospects, making new friends, or just
Health and wellbeing 14
relaxing. It’s never too late to try
something new, even if you haven’t Volunteering 17
been in a classroom for some time,
you’ll be in good company.
Family learning 17
This directory covers a selection of
the wide variety of classes running
from June 2019 until February 2020.
Languages 18
Sessions run at different times
throughout the week, in addition to
one-day trial workshops. There will
Digital skills 22
be additional courses added
throughout the year and look out for Career courses and work skills 24
the spring 2020 programme released
later this year.
Give it a go courses 29
Our tutors are experienced and
knowledgeable, dedicated and
friendly. We can promise a thoroughly
English and maths and ESOL 30
enjoyable time with them, and with
your fellow learners, with content
delivered at a pace suited to each
Supported learning 32
learner in a supportive environment
where great friendships are made. Your questions answered 37
If you need some advice and would
like to discuss your options you can
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Centre information 38
talk to us in person at our Rochester
centre, or you can phone us on
01634 338400
Small print 38
We look forward to helping you to
discover, learn or achieve.
Index 42
Cllr Howard Doe, Deputy Leader and
Portfolio Holder for Adult Learning
Term dates Back cover
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Our aim is to inspire everyone to be creative, and to realise the enrichment and enjoyment to lives
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that this brings. Our role is to help you discover your passion and flair. There are day and evening
courses available for all subjects along with Saturday workshops, and new courses are added
throughout the year. Follow our social media pages for updates on new courses. If you’re not sure
what you’d prefer to do why not sign up for a trial at one of our free sessions during the Festival of
Learning in September, or try something new in our Give it a Go New Year range during
January/February 2020.
Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Pottery, sculpture and ceramics
We are excited to be able to offer a full range of pottery courses led by our dedicated team of
experienced potters and ceramicists. You will learn traditional and modern techniques to a
professional standard in our well-equipped studio. Be inspired to join us. The Pottery Studio has
undergone a transformation, including all new wheels and kilns, a really inspiring, creative and
professional space.
Ceramics
Monday 1-3pm 16/9/19 17 Rochester Q000001A £226 £186
Monday 1-3pm 10/2/20 17 Rochester Q000002A £226 £186
Ceramics and sculpture - beginners/improvers
Wednesday 6.30-8.30pm 18/9/19 17 Rochester Q000003A £226 £186
Wednesday 6.30-8.30pm 26/2/20 17 Rochester Q000004A £226 £186
Pottery and ceramics - beginners/improvers
Monday 6.30-8.30pm 16/9/19 17 Rochester Q000005A £226 £186
Monday 6.30-8.30pm 10/2/20 17 Rochester Q000006A £226 £186
Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm 17/9/19 17 Rochester Q000007A £226 £186
Tuesday 6.30-8.30pm 25/2/20 17 Rochester Q000008A £226 £186
Wednesday 10am-12noon 25/9/19 15 Rochester Q000009A £208 £173
Wednesday 10am-12noon 26/2/20 15 Rochester Q000010A £208 £173
Pottery basic and creative
Friday 9.30am-12.30pm 27/9/19 15 Rochester Q000011A £276 £225
Friday 9.30am-12.30pm 28/2/20 15 Rochester Q000012A £276 £225
Pottery basic and creative - mixed ability
Thursday 9.30am-12.30pm 19/9/19 15 Rochester Q000013A £276 £225
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Thursday 9.30am-12.30pm 6/2/20 15 Rochester Q000014A £276 £225
Pottery, sculpture and modelling - beginners/improvers
Monday 10am-12noon 16/9/19 17 Rochester Q000015A £226 £186
Monday 10am-12noon 10/2/20 17 Rochester Q000016A £226 £186
Sculpture for beginners
Saturday 10am-1pm 1/2/20 1 Rochester Q000018A £36 £31
Pottery - intensive throwing workshop
Saturday 10am-4pm 29/2/20 1 Rochester Q000019A £50 £42
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Festival of learning,
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September 2019
look out for our free
programme of courses
Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Pottery - mug making
Saturday 10am-4pm 11/1/20 2 Rochester Q000020A £82 £67
Introduction to Japanese pottery and language
Saturday 10am-3.30pm 8/2/20 3 Rochester Q000022A £91 £73
Fashion, textiles and needlecraft
Our fashion studio has recently been updated with new sewing machines and overlockers so that you
can make the most of learning with up to date equipment supported by our talented team of tutors
who each have a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to share.
If you enjoy sewing but do not want to dress-make try one of the new Crafternoon workshops
working on short projects such as: drawstring bags; zipped make-up bag/ pencil case; hedgehog
pin cushion.
Dressmaking for beginners and improvers
Tuesday 9.45-11.45am 24/9/19 15 Rochester Q000023A £172 £136
Tuesday 1-3pm 24/9/19 15 Rochester Q000025A £172 £136
Thursday 9.45-11.45am 26/9/19 15 Rochester Q000027A £172 £136
Dressmaking workshop - mixed ability
Friday 9.30am-3.30pm 18/10/19 1 Rochester Q000029A £52 £42
Saturday 9.30am-3.30pm 16/11/19 1 Rochester Q000030A £52 £42
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Make your own skirt block
Monday 12.30-3pm 30/9/19 2 Rochester Q000034A £52 £42
Make your own bodice block
Monday 12.30-3pm 28/10/19 2 Rochester Q000035A £52 £42
Textiles - stitching and mixed media
Monday 9.30-11.30am 23/9/19 10 Rochester Q000036A £119 £96
Monday 6.45-8.45pm 23/9/19 10 Rochester Q000037A £119 £96
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Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
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Sewing for fun - essential machine skills
Wednesday 12.45-3.15pm 25/9/19 10 Rochester Q000038A £147 £117
Wednesday 12.45-3.15pm 26/2/20 10 Rochester Q000039A £147 £117
Wednesday 6.30-9pm 25/9/19 10 Rochester Q000040A £147 £117
Wednesday 6.30-9pm 26/2/20 10 Rochester Q000041A £147 £117
Crafternoon sewing series
Introduction to the overlocker
Wednesday 1-4pm 11/9/19 1 Rochester Q000042A £39 £32
Make a lined fabric storage bucket
Thursday 1-4pm 21/11/19 1 Rochester Q000043A £39 £32
Make a drawstring bag
Thursday 1-4pm 28/11/19 1 Rochester Q000044A £39 £32
Make festive bunting
Thursday 1-4pm 5/12/19 1 Rochester Q000045A £39 £32
Make a zipped cushion cover
Thursday 1-4pm 16/1/20 1 Rochester Q000046A £39 £32
Make a lined zipped make-up bag/pencil case
Monday 1-4pm 27/1/20 1 Rochester Q000047A £39 £32
Jewellery making
Learn to create unique jewellery with our tutor who is an accomplished practising jewellery designer.
All courses are suitable for all abilities. You will learn soldering, stone setting and creating textures
from metal.
Jewellery design and making - mixed ability
Wednesday 4.30-6.30pm 18/9/19 15 Rochester Q000049A £164 £133
Wednesday 4.30-6.30pm 29/1/20 15 Rochester Q000050A £164 £133
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Wednesday 7-9pm 29/1/20 15 Rochester Q000052A £164 £133
Thursday 4.30-6.30pm 19/9/19 15 Rochester Q000053A £164 £133
Thursday 4.30-6.30pm 30/1/20 15 Rochester Q000054A £164 £133
Thursday 7-9pm 19/9/19 15 Rochester Q000055A £164 £133
Thursday 7-9pm 30/1/20 15 Rochester Q000056A £164 £133
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Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Calligraphy
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Learn how to write beautifully and develop your creativity with calligraphy. You will learn fundamental
approaches, letterforms, layout and design. Calligraphy can be used to enhance artwork, illustrate
writing, create invitations or as a stand-alone art form.
Calligraphy workshop
Saturday 10am-3pm 5/10/19 1 Rochester Q000057A £42 £34
Calligraphy - beginners and progression to intermediate
Thursday 10am-12noon 19/9/19 12 Rochester Q000058A £143 £114
Thursday 10am-12noon 9/1/20 12 Rochester Q000059A £143 £114
Calligraphy - progression to intermediate
Monday 10am-12noon 16/9/19 12 Rochester Q000060A £143 £114
Calligraphy - progression to intermediate
Monday 10am-12noon 6/1/20 12 Rochester Q000061A £143 £114
Tutor profile -
Matt Bray
Matt Bray is an artist and curator with a BA and
MA in Fine Art from University of Kent. He is co-
founder of the highly successful Sick! project and
annual Medway Print Festival who has curated
exhibitions with some of the area’s leading artists
such as Billy Childish, Laurie Vincent from
Slaves and Daisy Parris. He has exhibited
internationally and his artistic practice involves
using collaboration to explore new media and
techniques as a way of remaining in a playful
relation to the work.
Matt is also an artists’ mentor working with
individual artists and organisations to expand
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their creativity and find new ways of thinking
about their work. His main goal is to share the
sense of play and experimentation that he finds
so useful in his own practice. He started teaching
with Medway Adult Education in 2018 and says
he “finds the opportunity to share his enthusiasm
and passion for the arts a wonderful experience”.
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Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Drawing and painting
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We offer a wide range of drawing and painting courses to suit all abilities and interests. Our expert
tutors will develop your skills and work with you to provide a programme of study to inspire and
develop both your technical ability and individual style. As well as longer, general art courses, we
offer specialist workshops and short courses throughout the year.
Drawing - still life
Saturday 10am-2pm 1/2/20 1 Rochester Q000062A £37 £31
Portrait drawing workshop
Friday 12.45-2.45pm 13/9/19 1 Rochester Q000064A £38 £33
Portrait drawing
Saturday 10am-2pm 8/2/20 1 Rochester Q000065A £40 £34
Drawing and painting - beginners and progression to intermediate
Monday 9.30am-12noon 9/9/19 14 Rochester Q000066A £167 £133
Monday 9.30am-12noon 20/1/20 14 Rochester Q000067A £167 £133
Monday 6.45-8.45pm 30/9/19 10 RSG Q000068A £102 £82
Monday 7-9pm 30/9/19 17 Rochester Q000069A £163 £130
Monday 7-9pm 24/2/20 15 Rochester Q000070A £146 £116
Wednesday 7-9pm 16/10/19 10 Rochester Q000071A £102 £82
Wednesday 7-9pm 22/1/20 10 Rochester Q000072A £102 £82
Friday 10am-12noon 20/9/19 17 Rochester Q000077A £163 £130
Friday 10am-12noon 28/2/20 17 Rochester Q000078A £163 £130
Drawing and painting - progression to intermediate and advanced
Monday 1-3pm 16/9/19 17 Rochester Q000079A £163 £130
Monday 1-3pm 24/2/20 17 Rochester Q000080A £163 £130
Wednesday 9.30am-12noon 11/9/19 14 Rochester Q000081A £167 £133
Wednesday 9.30am-12noon 22/1/20 14 Rochester Q000082A £167 £133
Wednesday 12.30-3pm 11/9/19 14 Rochester Q000073A £167 £133
Wednesday 12.30-3pm 22/1/20 14 Rochester Q000074A £167 £133
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Thursday 1-3pm 27/2/20 17 Rochester Q000084A £163 £130
Drawing and painting - mixed ability
Thursday 7-9pm 12/9/19 14 Rochester Q000075A £167 £133
Thursday 7-9pm 23/1/20 14 Rochester Q000076A £167 £133
Drawing and painting in watercolour - beginners and progression to intermediate
Tuesday 12.30-3pm 10/9/19 14 Rochester Q000085A £167 £133
Drawing and painting in watercolour - beginners and progression to intermediate
Tuesday 12.30-3pm 21/1/20 14 Rochester Q000086A £167 £133
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Life drawing and painting workshop
Saturday 10am-12noon 12/10/19 1 Rochester Q000087A £38 £33
Portrait drawing and painting - beginners and progression to intermediate
Friday 12.45-2.45pm 20/9/19 17 Rochester Q000088A £163 £130
Friday 12.45-2.45pm 28/2/20 17 Rochester Q000089A £163 £130
Acrylic painting
Tuesday 9.30am-12noon 10/9/19 14 Rochester Q000090A £167 £133
Tuesday 9.30am-12noon 21/1/20 14 Rochester Q000091A £167 £133
Floristry
Create gorgeous floral displays to impress with our range of floristry courses. Create a range of
traditional and contemporary designs for weddings, funerals and the home.
Floristry stage 1 - beginners
Monday 6.50-8.50pm 30/9/19 8 Rochester Q000092A £104 £85
Floristry stage 2 - improvers
Monday 6.50-8.50pm 13/1/20 8 Rochester Q000093A £104 £85
Stained glass
Our stained glass courses will teach you everything from initial design development through to glass
cutting and assembly processes, to create beautiful glass designs. Suitable for all levels from
complete beginners to practiced artists who will work with the tutor to realise their ideas.
Stained glass - mixed ability
Tuesday 7-9pm 17/9/19 23 Rochester Q000094A £216 £173
Wednesday 1-3pm 18/9/19 23 Rochester Q000096A £216 £173
Photography
Learners may wish to study for pleasure, as a hobby or to develop professional skills. From learning
to master your own camera settings to using creative approaches, our expert photography tutor will
guide you to get the most from your camera.
Digital photography for beginners
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Tuesday 6.50-8.50pm 10/9/19 10 Rochester Q000098A £115 £92
Monday 7-9pm 28/10/19 10 RSG Q000099A £115 £92
Photography - level 3
Monday 7-9pm 16/9/19 5 RSG Q000101A £66 £54
Creative photography - understanding your DSLR
Thursday 10am-12noon 23/1/20 5 Rochester Q000102A £66 £54
Portrait - digital photography and studio lighting
Monday 7-9pm 27/1/20 6 RSG Q000103A £80 £65
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for their new courses coming soon
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Tutor profile - Carol Hunt
Carol is an experienced forager who first developed
her interest in our ancestral uses for wild plants
during childhood and she has been experimenting
and creating her own recipes for them ever since.
During her years as a freelance instructor she has
worked with diverse settings from schools and
universities, to county shows and food festivals.
Mainly however, she works alongside bushcraft
companies demonstrating methods of campfire
cookery and teaching course participants how to
forage safely and ways to cook the fruits of their
wild harvests. She also enjoys writing articles and
devising new ways to cook with wild plants and
presents talks and food tasting events.
On her course she will lead you on a journey to
explore wild plants as they come into season.
You will be creating your own herbarium of pressed
plants, learning the uses for the plants, with your
studies eventually culminating in developing recipes.
Tutor profile - Sharon Mari
Sharon has a practice in Kent and London where she
specialises in training CCM (Contemporary Commercial
Music) singers, rehabilitating injured voices and
presenting vocal health workshops and masterclasses.
Sharon has presented at various places including BIMM
London and ACM Clapham. She has written articles for
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Communicating Voice (BVA newsletter) and isingmag.
Her research on vocal rehabilitation was chosen to be
presented at The Voice Clinic Forum and the Voice
Geek conference 2019.
She also has an interest in the psychology of voice
disorders and singing for mental health.
Alongside this, Sharon enjoys performing regularly and
writing original music.
11Special interests
In this section you’ll find a range
of courses designed to provide
ongoing opportunities for personal
development, discovery, meeting
new friends and socialising.
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Art appreciation
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If you are a practising artist or simply enjoy the arts you will love our art appreciation classes.
You will examine both the artists and concepts behind traditional and contemporary art and learn
what influences movements and trends in the visual arts field.
Art appreciation: modern art and pop music
Wednesday 1-3pm 7/8/19 4 Rochester Q000105A £56 £46
Advanced art appreciation and art history
Wednesday 10am-12noon 18/9/19 16 Rochester Q000106A £150 £119
Wednesday 10am-12noon 26/2/20 16 Rochester Q000107A £150 £119
Art history and art appreciation
Wednesday 1-3pm 18/9/19 16 Rochester Q000108A £150 £119
Creative writing
Wednesday 1-3pm 26/2/20 16 Rochester Q000109A £150 £119
Develop your creative writing skills and start to work on that short story or novel you have been longing
to write. Your tutor will show you how to enhance your abilities and turn your ideas into written reality.
Creative writing 1
Monday 7-9pm 9/9/19 11 Rochester Q000110A £110 £88
Creative writing 2
History
Monday 7-9pm 13/1/20 11 Rochester Q000111A £110 £88
With a range of subjects our history courses take an in-depth look at a variety of eras and people
from history. A sociable and friendly course.
Historically speaking
Monday 10am-12noon 16/9/19 34 Rochester Q000113A £287 £225
Music
Thursday 10am-12noon 19/9/19 34 Rochester Q000114A £287 £225
Group learning provides a more affordable option to learn a musical instrument for beginners.
Our tutors engage with leaners to help them progress at a pace that suits them - we all have
different amounts of time we can put into new learning - and your tutor will help you create
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manageable goals that keep the learning fun.
Guitar for beginners
Wednesday 10am-12noon 11/9/19 15 Rochester Q000115A £162 £127
Electric guitar - beginners and improvers
Wednesday 6.45-8.45pm 29/1/20 15 Rochester Q000116A £162 £127
Ukulele for beginners and improvers
Wednesday 12.30-2.30pm 11/9/19 15 Rochester Q000117A £162 £127
Wednesday 6.45-8.45pm 11/9/19 15 Rochester Q000118A £162 £127
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Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
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Our wellbeing programme uses a holistic approach to help everyone lead fuller lives - by increasing
mental health, energy, focus, mobility and movement. This is provided in our modernised wellbeing
studio in the Rochester Centre - a really calming and positive space - as well as out in the
community. New this year - our wellbeing for families - which includes parent and child yoga and
mindfulness and post-natal yoga. For full details check our social media pages. We offer parent/carer
and child mindfulness sessions with options in 2019/20 for parents to come along with their
teenagers, during exam season.
Yoga
Suitable for all abilities, our yoga courses will promote suppleness, mobility and mental health as well
as helping you to relax and achieve a sense of wellbeing. You will learn postures and breathing and
relaxation techniques at a pace suitable for you.
Yoga for beginners
Monday 7.30-9pm 16/9/19 12 Rochester Q000119A £105 £84
Yoga - all abilities
Monday 7.30-9pm 9/9/19 34 RSG Q000120A £221 £174
Tuesday 1.30-3pm 10/9/19 17 Rochester Q000121A £124 £100
Wednesday 10.15-11.45am 11/9/19 34 Rochester Q000122A £221 £174
Wednesday 7-8.30pm 11/9/19 34 Rochester Q000123A £221 £174
Friday 11am-12.30pm 20/9/19 33 URCG Q000124A £215 £169
Tuesday 1.30-3pm 25/2/20 17 Rochester Q000125A £124 £100
Gentle yoga
Thursday 1.30-3pm 12/9/19 17 Rochester Q000126A £124 £100
Thursday 1.30-3pm 27/2/20 17 Rochester Q000127A £124 £100
Yoga - family learning
Tai Chi
Friday 12.30-1.30pm 13/9/19 34 Rochester Q000128A £221 £174
Tai Chi is a gentle form of slow movements suitable for everyone. You will leave your class feeling
physically and mentally relaxed and calm. This can help settle your mind and help you better
manage your everyday life.
Tai Chi - all abilities
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Tuesday 10-11.30am 10/9/19 17 Rochester Q000129A £125 £100
Tuesday 6.45-7.45pm 10/9/19 17 Rochester Q000130A £125 £100
Tuesday 10-11.30am 4/2/20 17 Rochester Q000131A £125 £100
Tuesday 6.45-8.15pm 4/2/20 17 Rochester Q000132A £125 £100
Tai Chi - dementia friendly
Friday 10.30am-12.30pm 13/9/19 13 Rochester Q000133A FREE
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Active Life - Tai Chi for health
A flexible pay-as-you-go option for those with health concerns that may prevent them attending every
session of a longer course.
Meditation and mindfulness
Tuesday 12noon-1pm 10/9/19 37 Rochester Q000134N £5 per session
Designed to help you to adapt a new mind set. With a proven lasting impact on the self-management
of anxiety and stress. A great way to maximise relaxation and de-stress.
Mindfulness - stage 1
Monday 7-9pm 16/9/19 8 Rochester Q000135A £95 £75
Monday 1-3pm 16/9/19 8 Rochester Q000136A £95 £75
Monday 7-9pm 13/1/20 8 Rochester Q000137A £95 £75
Meditation - retreat
Saturday 10am-3.30pm 9/11/19 1 Rochester Q000138A £44 £37
Saturday 10am-3.30pm 22/2/20 1 Rochester Q000139A £44 £37
Why Medway Adult Education?
• Rated good in the Ofsted inspection, June 2015 and May 2018
• 99 per cent of learners rate the quality of our teaching as very good or better
• Courses offer excellent value and priced to suit all budgets
• A wide range of high-quality courses delivered locally on your doorstep
• High success rates on courses that lead to a qualification
• Friendly, knowledgeable and skilled
teaching staff
• Ongoing programme of work skills
courses that are free for job seekers
and others, see page xx for details
• Flexible payments
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• Specialist facilities for pottery, stained
glass, jewellery making, dressmaking
and ICT
• Courses paced to meet the needs of
learners
16Volunteering with Medway Adult Education
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Be creative
Would you like to give something back to the Volunteering is a chance to meet new people,
community? We have interesting opportunities and gain vocational experience if you are
available to support learners in the classroom, interested in a career as a Learning Support
including the immensely rewarding work with Assistant, or a career in teaching adults.
learners with disabilities and learning difficulties
Anyone who has good levels of reading, writing
Volunteering can be a very fulfilling activity that or maths can get involved.
will utilize and enhance your skills and
Personal interests in hobbies such as arts and
experience. Volunteers are a valuable resource
crafts is also really useful for supporting in those
bringing with them enthusiasm, skills and
areas. A regular time commitment is needed
experiences, flexibility, fresh ideas and new
because consistency is important to our learners
ways of working. Previous experience is not a
- who usually attend one class per week (this
necessity, but volunteers do need to have
can vary and we do have intensive courses,
patience and empathy.
especially in Work Skills). As classes often take
place in the evenings full-time workers are still
able to volunteer with us. Please contact our
Learner Services Co-ordinator for more
information on 01634 338475.
All volunteers are DBS checked and trained
before being assigned to a course or learner,
and receive continuous supervision and support.
MAE’s policies and procedures which cover
areas such as confidentiality and safeguarding,
ensure best practice is maintained.
Family learning
Our FREE courses are a great way for you and
your child to learn together. Children will gain
practical and social skills and adults can
improve their confidence and skills to support
their child’s learning and development.
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We offer courses in a range of subjects
including healthy cooking and creative arts and
craft activities. Check with your local school or
children’s centre to see if they offer our family how you can develop your own skills.
learning courses. For some courses you may be asked to
Opportunities to attend maths and English attend a pre-course assessment interview.
sessions are available to discover not only how For more information please phone
your children are taught these subjects but also 01634 338400
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What course is right for you?
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Level 1 Absolute beginners with no previous knowledge of the language except perhaps for a few
Module 1 words or phrases
Level 1 Those who have not studied the language for a while and would like a re cap before
Module 2 progressing on to level 2.
Level 2 Those who are able to communicate in a limited range of everyday situations
e.g.shopping, in a café, asking for directions, booking a holiday.
Level 3 Those who have enough understanding of grammar and vocabulary to talk about daily
routines, leisure activities, future and past events, as well as personal preferences and plans.
Level 4 Those who have a higher level of vocabulary and grammar, including past, future and
perfect tense forms to extend communication and understand in a wide variety of situations.
Level 5 Those who are confident using all forms of grammar including subjunctive and conditionals
(Lower tier) and have a wide range of vocabulary to communicate with a high level of fluency.
Level 5 Those who are able to use the language to speak, read and write with a high degree of
(Higher tier) fluency and accuracy. These classes will be held in the target language only.
New learners can enrol straight onto Level 1 Module 1 courses. Learners wishing to enrol on a higher
level course, will need to have a phone assessment with the tutor prior to enrolling to ensure we place
you on the right course for you – please phone 01634 338400 to book an assessment. For more
information about our courses, please read the course information sheets: medway.gov.uk/mae
Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
We offer a range of languages at different levels. Whether you wish to learn the basics for your
holiday or progress to chatting with a native speaker, we have a programme suitable for you. All our
courses cover speaking, writing and listening skills as well as an insight into the culture and traditions
of the region. Please see the table to help you ascertain your level. Coming in 2019/20 - family
learning language opportunities, including learning French through play at The Huguenot Museum.
French - level 1
Monday 10am-12noon 16/9/19 15 Rochester Q000141A £162 £128
French - level 2
Monday 6.45-8.45pm 16/9/19 15 Rochester Q000142A £162 £128
Thursday 10am-12noon 19/9/19 15 Rochester Q000143A £162 £128
French - level 3
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Tuesday 10am-12noon 17/9/19 15 Rochester Q000144A £162 £128
French - level 4 Plus
Friday 10am-12noon 20/9/19 15 Rochester Q000145A £162 £128
French - level 5
Tuesday 10am-12noon 17/9/19 15 Rochester Q000146A £162 £128
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Italian - level 1
Wednesday 10am-12noon 18/9/19 15 Rochester Q000147A £162 £128
Italian - level 2
Thursday 10am-12noon 19/9/19 15 Rochester Q000148A £162 £128
Monday 7-9pm 16/9/19 15 Rochester Q000149A £162 £128
Italian - level 3
Wednesday 7-9pm 18/9/19 15 Rochester Q000150A £162 £128
Spanish - level 1
Wednesday 10am-12noon 18/9/19 15 Rochester Q000151A £162 £128
Friday 10am-12noon 24/1/20 15 Rochester Q000152A £162 £128
Spanish - level 2
Tuesday 1-3pm 17/9/19 15 Rochester Q000153A £162 £128
Spanish - level 3, module 1
Monday 10am-12noon 16/9/19 15 Rochester Q000154A £162 £128
Clubs and societies - design your own course
Are you a club or society or maybe just a Please get in touch to discuss what you’d
group of friends with a particular interest like to do: enquiries@medway.gov.uk or
that you’d like to know more about? phone: 01634 338400 and ask to speak to
We can offer a workshop, short course or our Business Development and
a one-off session – in a place convenient Partnerships Officer.
for you.
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20Medway Adult Education pop-up courses
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As well as our listed courses medway.gov.uk/mae we can run pop-up courses.
To sign up for one of our pop-up courses, contact us on 01634 338400 or email us on
enquiries@medway.gov.uk
As soon as we have enough interest, we’ll be in touch.
Why not get a group together to learn a specific subject? Contact us on 01634 338400
and we will do our best to arrange a course for you.
Our pop-up courses:
• Pilates • Psychology
• Massage • Music appreciation
• Carpentry • L1 Customer Service
• Macramé • E3 Retail
• Gardening • L3 Assessment and Quality
Assurance
• Foraging
• L4 Life Coaching
• Glass art
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Digital skills was once a thing of the future but it is now an increasing part of our everyday lives.
Whether it be shopping, looking for work, booking a holiday or staying in touch with friends and family
we are using technology more and more.
Our courses are designed to give you the practical skills you need to and that will help improve your
confidence. It is essential for us to be able to use digital resources such as tablets, mobile phones
and computers to communicate. With our fantastic staff team it needn't be a daunting task. We have
a range of digital skills courses to support you what ever your skill levels. NEW courses added this
year include courses on coding and programming. The introduction courses are suitable for all.
Taster workshops will be added throughout the year, as well as family learning days.
Our beginners digital skills courses will take you through sending emails and more. Digital skills for
improvers explores using word processing software to create documents and develop keyboard
speed; and the Digital Skills for intermediates will cover creating spreadsheets and managing budgets.
Learners who have existing skills or have completed Digital Skills can progress onto higher level
qualification courses such as Entry 3 Award in Using ICT.
Digital skills for beginners
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 11/9/19 4 Gillingham Q000252A FREE
Monday 6-9pm 16/9/19 5 Rochester Q000250A FREE
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 8/1/20 4 Gillingham Q000253A FREE
Monday 6-9pm 1/6/20 5 Rochester Q000251A FREE
Digital skills for improvers
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 25/9/19 4 Gillingham Q000255A FREE
Monday 6-9pm 28/10/19 5 Rochester Q000254A FREE
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 22/1/20 4 Gillingham Q000256A FREE
Digital skills for intermediates
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 9/10/19 4 Gillingham Q000257A FREE
Wed and Fri 12.30-3pm 29/1/20 4 Gillingham Q000258A FREE
Introduction to programming with Python
Tuesday 7-9pm 10/9/19 10 Rochester Q000155A £136 £107
Introduction to web development with HTML and CSS
Tuesday 7-9pm 7/1/20 10 Rochester Q000156A £136 £107
Entry 3 Award in Using ICT Skills
Tue and Thu 9.45am-2pm 29/10/19 12 Gillingham Q000259F £272 £223
Monday 6-9pm 13/1/20 15 Rochester Q000262F £272 £223
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Tue and Thu 9.45am-2pm 25/2/20 12 Gillingham Q000260F £272 £223
Tue and Thu 9.45am-2pm 9/6/20 12 Gillingham Q000261F £272 £223
Level 1 Award in IT User Skills
Monday 9.30am-2.30pm 23/9/19 15 Gillingham Q000263F £455 £385
Monday 9.30am-2.30pm 2/3/20 15 Gillingham Q000264F £455 £385
Level 2 Award in IT User Skills
Mon and Wed 9.30am-2.30pm 8/6/20 12 Gillingham Q000265F £407 £350
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Would you like to change your career or perhaps open up new opportunities for personal
development and progression? Perhaps you've not been working for some time and would like to
return to work but feel out of touch. The Workskills Team have a range of courses on offer to support
you in achieving your goals. From improving your IT skills or confidence to getting a qualification we
have lots to offer. Prior to enrolling on these courses you will need an initial assessment meeting with
Introduction to working with children and young people
our Advice and Guidance Team. Meetings can be booked by phoning 01634 338400.
If you are interested in developing a rewarding career working with children and young people this
course is an excellent starting point. It introduces you to aspects of child development and caring for
their needs.
Tuesday 9.30am-12noon 11/6/19 3 Gillingham G013000A FREE
Friday 9.30am-12noon 28/6/19 3 Gillingham G013001A FREE
Wednesday 9.30am-12noon 18/9/19 3 Gillingham Q000201A FREE
Childcare and nursery workers
Friday 9.30am-12noon 4/10/19 3 Gillingham Q000202A FREE
A career working with children is both rewarding and fun. Whether you are looking to work with
children or are already working in the industry the courses below offer something for everyone from
those starting out to those looking to become managers. You will improve your understanding and
skills in providing excellent education and care. The Level 2 courses are designed to guide and
assess the development of knowledge and skills relating to the Children and Young Peoples
workforce. It provides an excellent progression route to working with children of all ages. The Level 3
Diploma is a natural progression route for people working in Early Years in a supervisory role. For
both qualifications you will need to have a voluntary or employed placement in an Early Years setting
for six hours (at level 2) and ten hours (at level 3) per week before the course starts. More guidance
will be provided at pre-course consultation.
Level 2 Certificate in Children and Young Peoples Workforce
Wednesday 9.30am-12noon 9/10/19 29 Gillingham Q000204F £587 £512
Level 2 Certificate in Children and Young Peoples Workforce
Friday 9.30am-12noon 1/11/19 29 Gillingham Q000205F £587 £512
Early Years Educator - preparing to study at level 3
Wednesday 6-9pm 18/9/19 2 Gillingham Q000206A FREE
Early Years Educator Level 3
Introduction to supporting children to learn
Wed and Sat 6-9pm 2/10/19 39 Gillingham Q000207L £2,880 -
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This course is designed to introduce you to how you can support children to learn. You may be
looking to support children in your family with their homework or are interested in working within
schools as a teaching assistant. Through this course you will begin to explore the best ways to
provide support and encourage them to learn.
Tuesday 12.30-3pm 11/6/19 4 Gillingham G013002A FREE
Monday 9.30am-12noon 24/6/19 4 Gillingham G013003A FREE
Thursday 9.30am-12noon 19/9/19 4 Gillingham Q000209A FREE 25Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Teaching assistants
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These courses are designed to assist in developing the skills and knowledge that are required by
teaching assistants. The units within the qualifications are specifically designed to support the needs
of children learning in schools. In order to complete the courses learners will need to have a
placement in a school for six hours (at level 2) and ten hours (for level 3) per week. Further guidance
will be provided at pre-course consultation.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Tuesday 12.30-3pm 17/9/19 29 Gillingham Q000212F £660 £585
Monday 9.30am-12noon 23/9/19 29 Gillingham Q000214F £660 £585
Thursday 9.30am-12noon 31/10/19 29 Gillingham Q000211F £660 £585
Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
Dementia awareness
Wednesday 12.30-3pm 18/9/19 33 Gillingham Q000215L £2,225 -
These courses are designed to suit those with an interest in dementia as well as people who are
seeking work within the adult care industry. Learners will explore concepts including factors that
affect communication, the person-centred care approach to caring, and ways of working to meet the
diverse needs of individuals.
Introduction to Dementia awareness
Wednesday 12noon-3pm 18/09/19 1 Gillingham Q000216A FREE
Wednesday 12noon-3pm 11/12/19 1 Gillingham Q000217A FREE
Level 2 Award in Dementia Awareness
Preparing to work in adult social care
Thursday 12.30-3pm 26/09/19 10 Gillingham Q000223F £241 £213
Adult social care courses provide a route into many different job roles in a diverse sector. A career in
this area can be very rewarding. These courses give you an opportunity to find out more about the
sector and what type of role and area of adult social care you might like to work in.
Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Mon & Wed 12.30-3pm 30/9/19 18 Gillingham Q000219F £307 £259
Mon & Wed 12.30-3pm 13/1/20 18 Gillingham Q000220F £307 £259
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
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Tuesday 12.30-3pm 24/9/19 26 Gillingham Q000221F £411 £343
Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
Friday 12.30-3pm 22/11/19 26 Gillingham Q000222F £411 £343
If you are interested in working with children or vulnerable adults an awareness of safeguarding is
essential. This introduction course will give you an insight into some of the many issues you may
need to be aware of.
Tuesday 12noon-3pm 9/7/19 1 Gillingham G013004A FREE
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Counselling
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If you want to become a counsellor the Level 2 forms the foundation of professional counselling
practice, as well as providing the essential listening and communication skills used by helping
professionals. The Level 2 qualification is essential for anyone wanting to take the Certificate in
Counselling or Life Coaching at Level 3. These CPCAB qualifications are highly regarded in industry.
All learners must complete pre-course assessments prior to enrolment.
Introduction to counselling
Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm 3/7/19 3 Gillingham G013005A FREE
Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm 18/9/19 3 Gillingham Q000228A FREE
Thursday 6-9pm 19/9/19 3 Rochester Q000229A FREE
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm 9/10/19 30 Gillingham Q000230F £816 £723
Thursday 6-9pm 10/10/19 30 Rochester Q000231F £816 £723
Level 3 in Counselling Studies
Tuesday 6-9pm 17/9/19 30 Rochester Q000233L £811 -
Level 3 Life Coaching
Community interpreting
Wednesday 6-9pm 18/9/19 30 Rochester Q000232L £811 -
We live in a diverse community and some members struggle to communicate in English and may
therefore may be isolated or have difficulty accessing services. If you speak another language you
could become an interpreter. These courses will assist learners in developing the skills required to
assist others that have limited spoken English in everyday
situations including accessing housing, health care, public services etc. The courses are aimed at
learners who have an interest in the role of a community interpreter and have high levels of English
and another language.
Level 1 Community Interpreting
Friday 9.30am-12.30pm 20/9/19 10 Gillingham Q000235F £231 £198
Level 3 Certificate in Community Interpreting
Deaf awareness and British Sign Language
Saturday 10am-4.30pm 5/10/19 14 Rochester Q000237L £780 -
Learn a new skill and make new friends in this fun and engaging set of courses. You will play games
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and sing songs as well as develop an understanding of the history behind some signs. These
courses will improve your communication skills and deaf awareness.
Introduction to deaf awareness and British Sign Language
Tuesday 12noon-2pm 17/9/19 11 Gillingham Q000425F £133 £108
Using basic British Sign Language skills to communicate
Tuesday 12noon-2pm 14/1/20 11 Gillingham Q000426F £133 £108
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Business administration
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These vocational courses will equip you with the essential skills required for a range of occupations
that involve business administration. This industry recognised qualification will provide you with the
professional tools and knowledge to help you progress.
L1 Award in Business Administration
Tue and Thu 9.30am-2.30pm 17/9/19 10 Gillingham Q000240F £322 £274
Tue and Thu 9.30am-2.30pm 14/1/20 10 Gillingham Q000241F £322 £274
Level 2 Award in Business Adminstration
Wed and Fri 9.30am-12noon 18/9/19 20 Gillingham Q000243F £369 £316
Bookkeeping and accounts
Wed and Fri 9.30am-12noon 26/2/20 20 Gillingham Q000244F £369 £316
Discover and improve your basic bookkeeping skills and boost your confidence with numbers.
By the end of the level 1 course you will have the skills to maintain and reconcile petty cash, process
ledger accounts and extract a trial balance. This course is excellent for anyone who is interested in
book-keeping or who is looking to broaden their skillset and improve job prospects.
Introduction to bookkeeping
Monday 9.30am-12noon 23/9/19 4 Gillingham Q000245A FREE
Tuesday 6-8.30pm 24/9/19 4 Gillingham Q000246A FREE
Tuesday 6-8.30pm 25/2/20 4 Gillingham Q000247A FREE
Level 1 Award Bookkeeping and Accounts
Monday 9.30am-12noon 28/10/19 10 Gillingham Q000248F £182 £154
Preparing for a business venture
Tuesday 6-8.30pm 29/10/19 10 Gillingham Q000249F £182 £154
Would you like some assistance with developing your business concepts? Perhaps you have some
ideas, but would appreciate some support with bringing them together. This fantastic course is
designed to provide a forum for your ideas and a networking opportunity with other like-minded
people. You will explore concepts such as marketing and identifying the skills and resources you will
need to progress your ideas.
Public speaking
Thursday 6-9pm 19/9/19 10 Rochester Q000266F £162 £129
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Does giving a speech at a big event such as wedding or conference fill you with dread? Do you need
to speak publicly for work and would like to become more confident? This one-day course could be
exactly what you need. It is designed to assist you in engaging your audience, use strategies to
address your nerves and develop skills in verbal and non-verbal communication to captivate and
influence your audience.
Introduction to public speaking
Saturday 10am-4pm 6/7/19 1 Rochester R143099A £41 £34
Saturday 10am-4pm 5/10/19 1 Rochester Q000267A £41 £34
28Jobseekers and looking for work
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We have a wide range of courses We work in close partnership with the
designed to provide you with the important Jobcentre and various employment
skills and qualities required to get you agencies to offer free training to anyone
back into work quickly. who is unemployed and in receipt of
benefits.
We offer a comprehensive employability
programme that enables you to develop Please email: enquiries@medway.gov.uk
confidence, interpersonal and transferable or phone: 01634 338400 for more
skills. There is also a range of vocational information.
qualifications available.
Give it a go courses
Not sure which course to try? Why not sign up to one of our short courses to give you a taste before
committing to a longer course
Day Time Date Centre Code Fee
Give it a go - Explore acrylics
Wednesday 10am-12noon 19/6/19 Rochester R093123A £5
Give it a go - Gelli printing
Wednesday 10am-12noon 19/6/19 Arches Local Luton Y093004A FREE
Give it a go - Ukulele an introduction
Wednesday 10.30am-12.30pm 19/6/19 Rochester R093134A £5
Lost letters Calligraphy
Wednesday 1-3pm 19/6/19 Eastgate House Y093000A FREE
Give it a go - Spanish taster - for families
Wednesday 3.30-5pm 19/6/19 Rochester R122026A £5
Give it a go - Spanish taster for beginners
Wednesday 10am-12noon 19/6/19 Rochester R122027A £5
Give it a go - Pottery - press moulds Sgraffito
Friday 10.30am-12.30pm 21/6/19 Rochester R093130A £8.50
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Give it a go - Floristry - bow-making, finishing touches - Family learning
Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 22/6/19 Rochester R093127A £9
Give it a go - Sew a zipped make-up bag/pencil case
Monday 1-3pm 24/6/19 Rochester R093137A £10
Give it a go - Sew a drawstring bag
Monday 10.30am-12.30pm 24/6/19 Rochester R093139A £10
Line and wash sketching workshop
Wednesday 1-3pm 26/6/19 Guildhall Museum Y093001A FREE
29English and maths
Do you want to improve your confidence in • Develop written and spoken communication skills
reading, writing or maths? We offer a range of • Solve practical everyday maths problems
free* courses – for beginners and through to
• Gain a recognised qualification
GCSE level.
• Improve your career or work prospects
Our small and friendly courses take place at
various times and are designed to provide the Phone 01634 338400 to book an initial
ideal opportunity to further improve your skills for assessment and find out how we can help you
work, study or personal development. choose a course that is right for you.
These courses will enable you to: *Other eligibility conditions apply
English for speakers of other languages(ESOL)
Want to improve your English? We offer • Speaking and listening
courses for people who are settled in the UK, • Reading and writing
want to improve their English language skills • Grammar and punctuation.
and gain nationally recognised qualifications. Our courses are offered at different times and
ESOL classes can help you to progress onto days during the week at local venues and can
further studies at college or university or move be joined at various times throughout the year.
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onto a vocational course and also improve your ESOL may be FREE for learners who are
employment opportunities. eligible for funding - in receipt of a benefit, on a
low income or unemployed and actively looking
Our ESOL courses are designed to help you for work. Please enquire about paying fees in
develop your English skills. We offer a range of instalments if you are not eligible for funding.
courses from beginner to advanced, to help Phone 01634 338400 to make an appointment
you improve and gain confidence for work and for an initial assessment and interview, and
study in: we’ll help you find the right course for you.
30Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
GCSE Maths and English
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We offer GCSE English and maths for learners wanting to obtain a nationally recognised qualification
within a year. These qualifications can help to improve job prospects or provide access to higher
education.
As these are intensive programmes, learners are limited to the study of one subject per academic
year. In addition, regular attendance of classroom sessions is essential and significant independent
study will be required.
To enrol, first book your pre-course assessment by phoning 01634 338400. After your skill level has
been assessed, we will offer you a place on the most appropriate course.
GCSE English and maths are free* to learners who do not have this qualification at grade C (4) or
above.
* other eligibility conditions apply
GCSE Maths
Tuesday 6.30-9pm 10/9/19 33 Rochester Q000409F £437 £344
Tuesday 9.30am-12.30pm 10/9/19 30 Rochester Q000410F £437 £344
GCSE English
Tuesday 6.30-9pm 10/9/19 33 Rochester Q000411F £437 £344
Wednesday 9.30am-12.30pm 11/9/19 30 Gillingham Q000412F £437 £344
English as a foreign language (EFL)
Are you a visitor, au pair or professional needing to improve your English skills for work or to continue
to higher education and university? Would you like to work towards an internationally recognised
certificate?
We have courses that can help you with your English and prepare you for Cambridge English exams.
Enrolments take place throughout the year. You may also be able to join a course after it has already
started, please phone to check in advance.
Phone 01634 338400 for more information and to book an initial assessment of your English language
skills.
EFL Cambridge English: Preliminary and First (PET & FCE)
Wednesday 12.30-2.30pm 9/10/19 9 Rochester Q000403N £174 £174
EFL Introduction to Cambridge English: First (FCE)
Wednesday 12.30-2.30pm 15/1/20 10 Rochester Q000404N £190 £190
EFL Introduction to Cambridge English: First (FCE) intensive
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Wed & Fri 12.30-2.30pm 29/4/20 12 Rochester Q000405N £227 £227
EFL Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Monday 6.30-9pm 28/10/19 30 Gillingham Q000406N £645 £645
31Supported learning 32
Our Supported Learning courses enable people with learning difficulties and disabilities to discover
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their own personal goals and be as independent as they can be in their everyday lives. We believe
that with the right kind of support, all learners can experience a positive and rewarding life, whilst
developing their talents and exploring new skills and hobbies.
We work with partners to support people to access their community to make positive outcomes
a reality.
We provide opportunities for people to develop their social interests and build confidence and
self-esteem through activities that make learners feel valued. All our courses are delivered in a
supportive and friendly environment and adapted to each learners needs.
The programme has been updated this year to emphasise how much we value the importance
of providing an enriching, suitably challenging, fun, enjoyable and socially fulfilling experience.
Course activities will include guest speakers and visits to galleries, shops, parks and theatres.
There will also be an enriched programme of end of term events, activities and celebrations.
After an initial assessment learners can enrol and the tutor will assist in planning the individual's
journey to make sure it meets their needs.
Every course has a Learning Support Assistant working alongside the tutor.
Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Independent living skills and preparation for employment - Supported learning
Learn a range of practical and functional skills to help with confidence, self-esteem and
independence. Our highly experienced tutors help learners to develop their skills for living as
independently as possible and going into employment.
Monday 10am-12.15pm 16/9/19 11 Rochester P000267F £120
Friday 1-3pm 20/9/19 11 Rochester P000273F £120
Monday 10am-12.15pm 13/1/20 11 Rochester P000268F £120
Planting and growing - Supported learning
Friday 1-3pm 17/1/20 11 Rochester P000274F £120
This course will develop and deepen your understanding of nature and how things grow.
Therapeutic planting and growing will help the learner to understand the environment better, how to
cultivate nature, and appreciate the beauty of nature around Kent. This fascinating course is perfect
for learners who wish to improve physical and mental wellbeing while socialising and techniques with
other learners.
Yoga - Supported learning
Monday 10am-12noon 9/9/19 34 Rochester Q000157A £289
New this year - for complete beginners - improve movement, balance and flexibility to help alleviate
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aches and pains. A fun, energising and uplifting course.
Dance - Supported learning
Monday 10am-12noon 9/9/19 34 Rochester Q000158A £283
Back this year- join us to explore a range of dance styles and feel the therapeutic benefits to mind
and body. A vibrant, welcoming course suitable for all abilities.
Monday 1-3pm 9/9/19 34 Rochester Q000160A £283
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Growing my maths - Supported learning
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Explore maths in a fun way to develop useful everyday numeracy skills. Improve confidence and
skills with numbers, shapes, time and more in our small friendly groups.
Monday 1-3pm 16/9/19 11 Rochester P000413F FREE
Needlecraft - Supported learning
Monday 1-3pm 6/1/20 11 Rochester P000414F FREE
Develop your needlework skills using a variety of technique’s including embroidery, stitching,
weaving, crochet and knitting. The learner can design products to give to friends and family as well
as meet new people in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Introduction to cooking skills - Supported learning
Monday 1-3pm 9/9/19 34 Rochester Q000159A £283
Take the first step to even greater independence by learning the art of cooking. This course is also
helpful in development of maths knowledge with measuring and counting. You will also be looking at
nutrition and how this helps in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Arts and crafts - Supported learning
Monday 1.30-3.30pm 9/9/19 34 GBC Q000161A £390
Create beautiful artwork using a wide range of art and craft techniques and resources. This course
will allow the learner to express feelings, hopes and dreams through creation of projects including
collage, papier mache and fabric painting. Explore various topics as a class such as equality and
independence. The course will show the learner how to mix paint to create a new and exciting pallet.
Tuesday 10am-12noon 10/9/19 34 Rochester Q000162A £283
Discovering English - Supported learning
Friday 10am-12noon 13/9/19 34 Rochester Q000167A £283
Develop your reading and writing in a range of activities and create simple texts using correct
grammar and punctuation.
Tuesday 10am-12noon 17/9/19 11 Rochester P000419F FREE
Intermediate cooking skills - Supported learning
Tuesday 10am-12noon 7/1/20 11 Rochester P000420F FREE
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Gain the freedom to live independently and learn to cook for friends and family. On this course the
learner will develop an understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety. Discover different major
food groups such as protein, carbohydrates and good and bad fats in a fun classroom environment.
Tuesday 10am-12noon 10/9/19 34 GBC Q000164A £390
34Day Time Date Sessions Centre Code Fee A Fee B
Pottery - Supported learning
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This course allows you to work with clay using a wider range of art techniques and resources.
This course will allow the learner to express feelings, hopes and dreams through creating stunning
objects from scratch with a helping hand from our expert tutor.
Tuesday 1-3pm 10/9/19 34 Rochester Q000163A £290
Discovering English through history - Supported learning
Thursday 1-3pm 12/9/19 34 Rochester Q000165A £290
Find out about key events in history whilst improving your English. Create an end of course project
with the support of your tutor.
Wednesday 10am-12noon 18/9/19 11 Rochester P000422F FREE
Skills for work - Supported learning
Wednesday 10am-12noon 8/1/20 11 Rochester P000423F FREE
Designed to give learners knowledge and experience of the workplace whilst learning and
developing the skills needed for any employment. This course will enable learners to identify the skills
and qualities they possess and explore topics such as applying for work, rights and responsibilities,
communicating with customers and how to deal with a range of work situations appropriately.
Thursday 10am-12noon 19/9/19 11 Rochester P000270F £112
Computing - Supported learning
Thursday 10am-12noon 16/1/20 11 Rochester P000271F £112
A practical introduction to using computers. Some of the things you could learn are; what the different
parts of the computer are and what they do, plus keyboard and mouse skills, how to search and
research online, and use all basic programmes in Windows.
Listening and speaking through drama - Supported learning
Thursday 1-3pm 12/9/19 34 Rochester Q000166A £279
Improve your English through acting and drama. Learn more about acting and drama while making
friends and having fun. This course will develop confidence and communication skills in a relaxed
and friendly environment. Learners will have the support they need to realise their potential, learning
through improvisation in a supportive learning environment.
Thursday 1-3pm 19/9/19 11 Rochester P000416F FREE
Cooking on a budget - Supported learning
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Thursday 1-3pm 9/1/20 11 Rochester P000417F FREE
Eating better helps you to live better. On this course you will learn practical skills to enable you to live
independently and manage a budget at the same time. This course will support you to cook tasty
affordable meals by providing information on both budget and nutrition.
Friday 2-4pm 13/9/19 34 GBC Q000168A £390
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