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Derbyshire Dales Love learning locally Area What’s on Summer Courses 2019
Our summer course
programme
Welcome to our summer brochure of courses in the Derbyshire Dales area.
Find out about our new summer programme of short workshops in
Ashbourne and Matlock on pages 8 and 9.
See the next page for details of the FREE taster workshops we are
putting on to celebrate this year’s Festival of Learning.
It isn’t too soon to start thinking about getting a new qualification.
Most of our big qualification courses start in September, but we have
information sessions this term where you can find out whether a
course you are thinking of doing is suitable for you. See pages 4 and 5
for details.
We hope to see you soon!
What some of our recent learners said…
“A useful insight into the right
“I’m very happy
foundation. Will probably contact the
with the maths class.
tutor for further advice. Really enjoyed
The class goes at a steady
the evening. Good to have something
pace and the tutor is very
different on the course list”
patient and clear. Best maths
class I’ve been to” Natural Make Up – A New You, Ashbourne
Maths, Matlock
“A very
enjoyable course. I am
“Very knowledgeable and very happy with the teacher, she is
pleasant teacher. Good at friendly and pleasant whilst delivering
her subject in a very well informed manner.
juggling all the learners at
The tone of the teaching is a good balance
different times. Well organised”
of having fun whilst learning”
Piped Box Cushions, Ashbourne French Improvers, Matlock
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Free Festival of
Learning tasters
The week of 24 June is when we are celebrating our ‘Festival of
Learning’ and we are putting on FREE taster sessions around the
county to encourage everyone to learn something new. This year’s
theme is Be a Better You! Contact the centre to book your place on
one of the below taster courses:
Ashbourne Adult Community Education Centre
Art for Relaxation – Tuesday 25 June from 10am to 12noon
Yoga for Relaxation – Monday 24 June from 11.30am to 12.30pm
Matlock, The Ritz Adult Community Education Centre
Recycling Crafts – Friday 28 June from 10am to 12noon
Mandarin – Tuesday 25 June from 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Do you want to improve your
English or maths skills?
Why not drop in for some cake and a chat and find out how our FREE
courses can help you develop your skills and confidence with English
and maths.
Drop in and see us for more information at:
Matlock, the Ritz ACE Centre on Wednesday 26 June between 10am
and 12noon
Ashbourne ACE Centre on Wednesday 26 June between
1pm and 3pm
Or phone the centres directly anytime to book onto one of our
Making Choices – Plan Your Learning Journey sessions.
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Find out more about our qualification
courses starting in September 2019
The Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers
Develop your upholstery skills for your own interest, to lead to employment
or, with additional practice, to starting your own small business.
See page 13 for more details.
Free information session:
Ashbourne ACE Centre on Wednesday 24 July from 1pm to 2pm.
British Sign Language
Our suite of British Sign Language courses enable learners to converse in
BSL and to gain crucial sign language skills for work or social purposes.
We run courses from Entry Level (beginners) to Level 2 (intermediate)
at Ashbourne ACE Centre, Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre (and other
centres around the county). Courses vary in length depending on the level
you are studying.
Contact your local ACE centre for more information.
Counselling
The Level 2 Certificate is for those who
want to learn counselling skills to help
and support others in a voluntary or
employed capacity. This course can
provide skills for a variety of roles.
Free information sessions:
Ashbourne ACE Centre on
Wednesday 26 June from 5pm to 6pm.
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre on
Tuesday 25 June from 6pm to 7pm.
Looking for careers or course advice and guidance?
We have impartial National Careers Service coaches based
at many of our centres. For information or to book a FREE
appointment, ask in centre or contact 01629 532430.
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Floral Design
During the Level 2 City & Guilds
qualification you will develop the
practical skills, knowledge and
creativity needed to make floral
arrangements to a saleable
standard.
Free information sessions:
Ashbourne ACE Centre on
Monday 01 July from
1.30pm to 2.30pm.
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre on Friday
28 June from 4.30pm to 5.30pm.
Interior Design
This Level 3 Certificate is for those who want to learn interior design
skills to progress into a new career, to support current employment/
self-employment or for personal interest.
Advanced Learner Loans are available for this qualification.
Free information sessions:
Ashbourne ACE Centre on Thursday 27 June from 5pm to 6pm.
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre on Wednesday 26 June from 6pm to 7pm.
Working with Young People (Childcare)
Childcare qualifications have changed to reflect the government’s drive
to improve the quality of childcare. We offer the following courses at
Ashbourne Adult Community Education Centre:
■ Level 2 Certificate for Support Teaching and Learning in Schools
■ Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support Teaching and Learning in Schools
Advanced Learner Loans are available for the Level 3 qualification.
Free information session:
Ashbourne ACE Centre on Monday 10 June from 10am to 12noon.
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Course Title Day(s) Time Wks Fee A Fee B Fee C Start Date
Ashbourne ACE Centre – Tel: 01629 533696 ashbourne.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
AMUSF Information Event Wednesday 1pm to 2pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 24/07/2019
Art – Painting and Drawing Tuesday 1pm to 3pm 4 £52 £47 £26 30/04/2019
Art – Painting and Drawing Tuesday 1pm to 3pm 4 £52 £47 £26 04/06/2019
Childcare Courses Information
Monday 10am to 12noon 1 FREE FREE FREE 10/06/2019
Session (Levels 2 and 3)
Counselling Information Session
Wednesday 5pm to 6pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 26/06/2019
(Level 2)
Crafts – Bath Bombs Tuesday 6pm to 8.30pm 1 £22 £20 £14 21/05/2019
Crafts – Sewing a Simple
Tuesday 6.30pm to 9pm 2 £33 £29 £16 04/06/2019
Summer Top
Crafts – Pottery Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 4 £66 £61 £40 30/04/2019
English Thursday 10am to 12noon 30 FREE FREE FREE 02/05/2019
ESOL – English for Speakers of
Thursday 12.30pm to 2.30pm 30 FREE FREE FREE 02/05/2019
other Languages
Floral Design Information Session
Monday 1.30pm to 2.30pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 01/07/2019
(Level 2)
Floristry – Gift Ideas (Incuding
Monday 1.30pm to 3.30pm 1 £23 £22 £17 08/07/2019
Boxed Hand Tied Bouquets)
Interior Design Introduction Wednesday 6.30pm to 9pm 4 £66 £60 £33 15/05/2019
Interior Design Information
Thursday 5pm to 6pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 27/06/2019
Session (Level 3)
Languages – Holiday French
Wednesday 6pm to 7.30pm 4 £39 £35 £20 01/05/2019
Beginners
Languages – Holiday Spanish
Wednesday 7.45pm to 9.15pm 4 £39 £35 £20 01/05/2019
Beginners
Lip Reading and Signed
Wednesday 1pm to 3pm 3 FREE FREE FREE 01/05/2019
Communication
Making Choices – Plan your 1 or
Contact centre for details FREE FREE FREE Various
Learning Journey 2
Maths Thursday 6.15pm to 8.15pm 30 FREE FREE FREE 02/05/2019
Paediatric First Aid Wednesday 9.30am to 4pm 2 £105 £105 £105 12/06/2019
Pilates Monday 1pm to 2pm 3 £20 £18 £10 29/04/2019
Pilates Monday 1pm to 2pm 4 £26 £23 £13 03/06/2019
Taster – Art for Relaxation Tuesday 10am to 12noon 1 FREE FREE FREE 25/06/2019
11.30am to
Taster – Yoga for Relaxation Monday 1 FREE FREE FREE 24/06/2019
12.30pm
ourses marked with this star are on special offer! Book with a friend who hasn’t learned with us
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before or not learned with us in the last 3 years and buy one place, get one free!
To take advantage of this offer, contact the centre to make your payment.
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Course Title Day(s) Time Wks Fee A Fee B Fee C Start Date
Ashbourne ACE Centre – Tel: 01629 533696 ashbourne.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Teaching Assistant Information
Monday 10am to 11am 1 FREE FREE FREE 10/06/2019
Session
Upholstery and Furniture
Thursday 9.30am to 12.30pm 4 £78 £70 £39 02/05/2019
Renovation
Upholstery and Furniture
Thursday 9.30am to 12.30pm 2 £39 £35 £20 06/06/2019
Renovation
Upholstery and Furniture
Thursday 1pm to 4pm 4 £78 £70 £39 02/05/2019
Renovation
Upholstery and Furniture
Thursday 1pm to 4pm 2 £39 £35 £20 06/06/2019
Renovation
Wine Tasting and Appreciation Wednesday 7pm to 9pm 4 £52 £47 £26 01/05/2019
Yoga Monday 10am to 11.15am 3 £24 £22 £12 29/04/2019
Yoga Monday 10am to 11.15am 4 £33 £29 £16 03/06/2019
Bakewell – Ashford War Memorial Institute – Tel: 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Traditional Upholstery and
Friday 12.30pm to 2.30pm 4 £52 £47 £26 03/05/2019
Furniture Renovation
Traditional Upholstery and
Friday 2.45pm to 4.45pm 4 £52 £47 £26 03/05/2019
Furniture Renovation
Bakewell – Lady Manners School – Tel: 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Crafts – Pottery Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 5 £83 £76 £50 18/06/2019
Crafts – Pottery Wednesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 5 £83 £76 £50 19/06/2019
Hope Valley – Bamford Institute – Tel: 01629 533385 buxton.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Yoga – For Over 50s Tuesday 9.10am to 10.40am 7 £68 £61 £34 30/04/2019
Yoga – Relaxing Class Wednesday 10am to 11.30am 7 £68 £61 £34 01/05/2019
Hope Valley College – Tel: 01629 533385 buxton.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Crafts – Creative Pottery for All Monday 7.15pm to 9.15pm 7 £112 £103 £63 29/04/2019
Languages – French Advanced Tuesday 1.15pm to 3pm 8 £91 £82 £46 30/04/2019
Languages – Italian Advanced Friday 2pm to 3.45pm 8 £91 £82 £46 03/05/2019
Hope Valley – Grindleford Pavilion – Tel: 01629 533385 buxton.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Art – Painting and Drawing Thursday 9.15am to 11.15am 4 £52 £47 £26 02/05/2019
ourses marked with this star are on special offer! Book with a friend who hasn’t learned with us
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before or not learned with us in the last 3 years and buy one place, get one free!
To take advantage of this offer, contact the centre to make your payment.
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Spotlight on Ashbourne
Crafts – Sewing a Simple
Summer Top
Learn basic sewing skills and create a
unique summer top. Full of tips and
techniques to help you develop your
skills
Tuesday 04 June
6.30pm to 9pm (1 evening)
£33 / £29 / £16
Floristry – Gift Ideas (Including
Boxed Hand Tied Bouquets)
Lots of floral gift ideas and inspiration.
Come away with gifts including a
professional boxed bouquet
Also available at Matlock
Monday 08 July
1.30pm to 3.30pm (1 afternoon)
£23 / £22 / £17
Crafts – Bath Bombs
Learn how to make delectable
scented bath time treats for yourself
or as gifts for family and friends
Also available at Matlock
Tuesday 21 May
6pm to 8.30pm (1 evening)
£22 / £20 / £14
Interior Design – Introduction
For anyone wanting an introduction
to interior design for their own
interest or a career change
Wednesday 15 May
6.30pm to 9pm (4 weeks)
£66 / £60 / £33
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Spotlight on Matlock
Languages – Holiday Italian or
Spanish Beginners
A three week ‘holiday survival skills’
introduction to either Italian or
Spanish
Monday 29 April or Tuesday 30 April
See page 10 for details (3 weeks)
£29 / £26 / £15
Family History – Who Are You?
For anyone wanting to explore their
own family history. Discover the types
of evidence available and where to
find information
Tuesday 14 May
6.30pm to 8.30pm (2 weeks)
£26 / £23 / £13
Herbal Remedies from
your Garden
Find out how to use herbs and other
plants in your garden for the benefit
of your health
Tuesday 02 July
6pm to 9pm (1 evening)
£20 / £18 / £10
Psychology – Introduction
A basic introduction to psychology
including its history, how we learn,
brain function and brain structure
Monday 13 May
6.30pm to 8.30pm (2 weeks)
£19 / £17 / £7
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Course Title Day(s) Time Wks Fee A Fee B Fee C Start Date
Matlock – Darley Dale Methodist Church – Tel: 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Crafts – Sugarcraft Wednesday 10am to 12noon 4 £52 £47 £26 01/05/2019
Crafts – Sugarcraft Wednesday 10am to 12noon 3 £39 £35 £20 05/06/2019
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre – Tel: 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Art – Painting and Drawing Monday 10am to 12noon 3 £39 £35 £20 29/04/2019
Art – Painting and Drawing Monday 1pm to 3pm 3 £39 £35 £20 29/04/2019
Art – Painting and Drawing Tuesday 7pm to 9pm 4 £52 £47 £26 30/04/2019
Bookkeeping – Introduction Wednesday 6.30pm to 9pm 4 £66 £59 £33 01/05/2019
Computers Level 1/2 £ Monday Various Contact centre for details 29/04/2019
Crafts – Bath Bombs Tuesday 6pm to 8.30pm 1 £22 £20 £14 02/07/2019
Counselling Information Session
Tuesday 6pm to 7pm 1 Free Free Free 25/06/2019
(Level 2)
Developing Confidence for Work
Tuesday 9.15am to 12.15pm 4 £44 £44 £13 30/04/2019
and Education
English Various available 30 FREE FREE FREE Various
ESOL – English for Speakers of
Monday 10am to 12noon 30 FREE FREE FREE 29/04/2019
other Languages
Family History – Who Are You? Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 2 £26 £23 £13 14/05/2019
Fitness – Gentle Keep Fit Tuesday 9.45am to 10.45am 3 £20 £18 £10 30/04/2019
Floral Design Information Session
Friday 4.30pm to 5.30pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 28/06/2019
(Level 2)
Floristry – Gift Ideas (Incuding
Friday 1pm to 4pm 1 £30 £28 £20 28/06/2019
Boxed Hand Tied Bouquets)
Herbal Remedies from
Tuesday 6pm to 9pm 1 £20 £18 £10 02/07/2019
your Garden
Interior Design Information
Wednesday 6pm to 7pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 26/06/2019
Session (Level 3)
Languages – French Beginners
Tuesday 7.30pm to 9pm 4 £39 £35 £20 30/04/2019
(Term 3)
Languages – French Improvers Tuesday 5.45pm to 7.15pm 4 £39 £35 £20 30/04/2019
Languages – French Intermediate Thursday 10am to 12noon 4 £52 £47 £26 02/05/2019
Languages – Holiday Italian
Tuesday 1.30pm to 3pm 3 £29 £26 £15 30/04/2019
Beginners
Languages – Holiday Spanish
Monday 1pm to 2.30pm 3 £29 £26 £15 29/04/2019
Beginners
If you are employed and earn less that £15,736.50 per year you may come on this course
for FREE. Contact centre for details.
£ Additional accreditation/exam costs apply.
10Course Title Day(s) Time Wks Fee A Fee B Fee C Start Date
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre – Tel: 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Languages – Italian Beginners
Tuesday 11am to 12.30pm 3 £29 £26 £15 30/04/2019
(Term 3)
Languages – Spanish Beginners
Monday 2.45pm to 4.15pm 3 £29 £26 £15 29/04/2019
(Term 3)
Making Choices – Plan your 1 or
Various available FREE FREE FREE Various
Learning Journey 2
Maths Various available 30 FREE FREE FREE Various
Pilates – All Abilities Wednesday 9.45am to 10.45am 4 £26 £23 £13 01/05/2019
Pilates – All Abilities Wednesday 9.45am to 10.45am 4 £26 £23 £13 05/06/2019
Pilates – All Abilities Wednesday 11am to 12noon 4 £26 £23 £13 01/05/2019
Pilates – All Abilities Wednesday 11am to 12noon 4 £26 £23 £13 05/06/2019
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Psychology – Introduction Monday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 2 £19 £17 £7 13/05/2019
Social Media for Businesses –
Thursday 9.30am to 4pm 1 £39 £35 £20 23/05/2019
Advanced
Taster – Recycling Crafts Friday 10am to 12noon 1 FREE FREE FREE 28/06/2019
Taster – Mandarin Tuesday 6.30pm to 8.30pm 1 FREE FREE FREE 25/06/2019
Yoga – Beginners Wednesday 7.15pm to 8.30pm 4 £33 £29 £16 01/05/2019
Yogalates Wednesday 6pm to 7pm 4 £26 £23 £13 01/05/2019
Yogalates Wednesday 6pm to 7pm 4 £26 £23 £13 05/06/2019
Key to centre facilities
Level/ramped entrance Disabled persons car
parking
Disabled persons toilet
Crèche facilities
Facilities for deaf people
WiFi availability
Facilities for blind/
partially sighted Bus service
Lift available
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Courses marked are offered at an introductory fee rate for the first full term only.
Courses marked with this star are on special offer! Book with a friend who hasn’t learned with
us before or not learned with us in the last 3 years and buy one place, get one free!
To take advantage of this offer, contact the centre to make your payment. 11Moving on from Caring
Moving onforfrom
A Programme ParentsCaring
and Carers
AWhat
Programme for Carers and Parents
is the programme?
This flexible programme will support you to learn new skills, gain
qualifications and get valuable experience that will help you to take the
What is the
next step inprogramme? How andwith
work and life. It’s been developed when will
carers andI learn?
parents in
mind, ensuring you can learn at times
This flexible programme will support you and
The locations
programme that suittoyou.
is designed fit
to learn new skills, gain qualifications around you. You will be able to learn
Who
and is this experience
get valuable programme for?
that will from the convenience of your own
help you to take the next step in work home, or
through your computer. If you for
If you are a carer (caring for a child, friend relative) you are eligible
and life. It’s been developed with carers don’t have a computer, don’t worry –
the
and programme.
parents in mind, ensuring you can we will lend you a laptop. You can also
learn at times and locations that suit you. attend optional group learning, that will
What qualifications will I get andhelp
what will I learn?
you take your learning to the next
You will work with your personal mentor level. to plan a programme that works
Who is this programme for?
for you. You will work towards an employability qualification, choosing
If you are a carer (caring for a child,
units that you would like to learn about. Choose from:
friend or relative), you are eligible for the
programme.
■ Functional Skills Maths, English or ICT
■ Employability Skills Level 2
What qualifications will I get
■ Work Experience
and what will I learn?
■ First Aid at Work Level 3
You will work with your personal mentor
■ Highfields Food Safety Level 2
to plan a programme that works for you.
You will work towards an employability
How and when will I learn?
qualification, choosing units that you
The programme is designed to fit
would like to learn about. Choose from:
around you. You will be able to learn
• Functional Skills Maths, English
from the convenience of your own
or ICT
home, through your computer. If you
• Employability Skills Level 2
don’t have a computer, don’t worry – we will
• Work Experience
lend you a laptop. You can also attend optional
• First Aid at Work Level 3
• group learning,
Highfields thatLevel
Food Safety will help
2 you take your learning to the next level.
For more details contact 01629 533225 or
matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
12The Association of Master
Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers
Develop your upholstery skills at Ashbourne Adult Community Education
Centre. This could be for your own interest, to lead to employment or,
with additional practice, to starting your own small business. These
qualifications are available in three standalone stages.
Each stage is completed over 38 weeks, one day a week.
■■ Learn both traditional and modern upholstery skills to a
professional standard with a hands on approach
■■ Thrive in a small group with individual support throughout
■■ Learn how to use a wide variety of tools
and machines including staple
guns, sewing machine,
industrial sewing machine
and overlockers
■■ Develop your own
step by step work
reference and
valuable research
project
■■ Understand the trade
essentials including
fire regulations, costing
and fabric classifications.
Course fee: £2,800.
Places are limited.
To find out more, book onto our free information session at
Ashbourne ACE Centre on Wednesday 24 July from 1pm to 2pm.
Contact 01629 533696 or ashbourne.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
13Making Choices
Plan your learning journey
FREE workshops for anyone who wants to get back into learning, to
help you to:
n choose what courses you want to do in the future
n increase your confidence in making decisions
n know your current level of skills in English, maths, ICT and
employability
n set up your own learning plan.
Sessions are held at Ashbourne and
Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centres. Get in touch
today to book your place!
Digital Skills –
ICT
Learn practical skills in ICT that
help you gain the most out of
work and everyday life.
You can join our qualifications
courses whether you are in work or
preparing for work. Take a nationally
recognised qualification at a level that
suits you.
Develop your skills with the basics of ICT, email and Microsoft
software (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
Courses are held at Matlock, The Ritz ACE Centre.
Get in touch for details of days, times and fees.
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English and Maths
■■ Entry level to GCSE
■■ Free courses
■■ Skills to help you in everyday life
■■ Join at any time for many classes
■■ Small, friendly groups
■■ Work at your own pace
■■ Gain nationally recognised qualifications
Courses are offered in Ashbourne and Matlock. Contact
your nearest adult community education centre to find
out what days and times are available.
15Course fees explained booking or payment this term. Please contact the
relevant Adult Community Education Centre to
Some of our qualification courses are free; others
enquire or book on a course.
have a full fee and a lower ‘concessions’ rate for
those on certain benefits. This may vary for Payments can be made in person and some
different courses. For many of our ‘learning for centres can also take card payments by phone.
pleasure’ courses we use three different fee bands: For some courses you may be able to pay in
• Fee A: full fee instalments; please ask when booking.
• Fee B: Derbyshire Gold Card holders Please note: for many of our qualification courses
• Fee C: concessions for those on certain there is an early withdrawal fee to cover our costs.
benefits/allowances – please ask for details
There may be additional costs on some courses Support available
for materials and exam/accreditation fees. This Talk to us about your needs when enquiring
about a course – we will always work to meet the
should be indicated. If in doubt, please ask.
needs of each learner. If you are experiencing
Advanced Learner Loans financial difficulties, you may be able to apply for
For some of our Level 3 courses you may be able help with exam fees or other costs. Some of our
to apply for a learner loan. You will be given centres have a crèche, or we may be able to help
information about whether your course is you with a childminder or nursery place.
eligible and how to apply. For detailed information about the support we
can provide, visit derbyshire.gov.uk/theguide
How to book and pay or contact the centre.
Due to a major change of our information and All additional support provided is based on individual
booking systems we are unable to offer online assessment.
Adult community education centres
Ashbourne – 01629 533696 ashbourne.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Bakewell – 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Buxton (for Hope Valley) – 01629 533385 buxton.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
Matlock, The Ritz – 01629 533225 matlock.ace@derbyshire.gov.uk
For further information or to get a copy in a
community language, on audio tape or in large print,
please call your local centre.
derbyshire.gov.uk/adulteducation
The details contained in this brochure are correct at the time of going to print.
However we may have to make changes, giving advance notice wherever possible.
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