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COURSE PROSPECTUS 2017/18

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FAMILY LEARNING

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For further information about any of our courses please email [email protected] or call 01642 527904

ABOUT USStockton Council Learning and Skills Service have delivered learning programmes across the Tees Valley for more than 50 years. Our programmes and qualifications are delivered by tutors who are skilled, experienced and friendly offering a flexible service tailored to your needs, helping you to develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning.

WHY CHOOSE US?With over 50 years’ experience in teaching, training and delivering professional qualifications within the Tees Valley you can be assured that we can provide you with training to meet current local and national needs as well as information advice and guidance to progress to further learning. Delivery is by subject specialist tutors at venues and times to suit individual needs. We are graded outstanding by Ofsted for community learning and have the experience and skills to work with a wide range of learners. There are no hidden costs and the courses cover a huge variety of subjects.

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MATHS, ENGLISH ESOL & ICT

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APPRENTICESHIPS& TRAINEESHIPS

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COMMUNITY LEARNING

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WE ALSO OFFER

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CASE STUDYA Family Learning Coffee Morning was the start of something new for Rebecca Cantwell. The opportunity to study Keeping up With Children’s Literacy came after attending a Family Learning Coffee Morning at her daughter’s school.

Rebecca said; “I enrolled onto the Keeping up With Children’s Literacy course with Learning and Skills as I hoped that it would help me to support my daughter in her learning and also to help support her with her homework.“

After completing the course Rebecca continued her studies with Learning and Skills and enrolled onto the Level 1 Safeguarding and free maths course. Rebecca was also offered the opportunity to volunteer at St Gregory’s Catholic Primary Academy in Stockton where she helps support the Nursery children with their reading.

She said; “I was quite apprehensive at first as it had been a while since I had been in education, but since studying with Learning and Skills I have gained the confidence to be able to enrol onto further courses outside of the school.”

She added; “I would definitely recommend Learning and Skills. The tutors are so welcoming and friendly and made me feel at ease from the start. They have great resources and the course was at a nice pace to understand.”

Rebecca hopes to continue her studies by enrolling on the Supporting Teaching and Learning course with Learning and Skills where she also hopes to start volunteering within the Adult Learning courses.

CURRICULUM OVERVIEWOur Community Learning courses cover a diverse range of subjects to support the health and wellbeing of the residents of Stockton-on-Tees. This includes building stronger communities with social inclusion for all, providing a clean green Borough and supporting families to give children the best start in life.

Community Learning

CURRICULUM OFFERThe courses we offer include;

• Health and Wellbeing courses such as Yoga, Cookery and Amazing You, Man Made (confidence building) through a range of interactive sessions and visits

• Inspirational leisure courses such as Art, Dressmaking, Photography, British Sign Language

• Family Learning

• Safeguarding

• First Aid

• Cookery

• Food Hygiene and Barista Training

• Gardening for personal and community ventures

• Grounds Maintenance

• Equality & Diversity

• Self Defence

• British Values

• Supporting Teaching and Learning (Teaching Assistants)

• Teacher Training (Adults)

FEESMany of these courses are provided free of charge. Contact us to find out more.

CONTACT DETAILSFor further information please contact

01642 527904

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CURRICULUM OVERVIEWFamily Learning is FREE provision to support parents and carers of all key stage 1,2,3 and 4 children. Courses are delivered in schools, children’s centres and community venues across the Borough of Stockton.

Family Learning

CURRICULUM OFFEROur curriculum offer covers a wide range of topics. Course content is designed in consultation with schools, children’s centres and community venues to meet individual needs.

Courses available include;

• School Readiness

• Speech and Language Support (Talk Together)

• Keeping up with the Children (Maths and English)

• Storytelling

• Enterprise

• Arts and Crafts

• Coding

• ICT

• Sports Science

• Positive Parenting

• Coding on a Budget

• Family Nutrition

• Paediatric First Aid

• Family Boot Camp

• Safeguarding

• Gardening

• Internet Safety

• Combating Allergens

• Family Budgeting

• Recycle Reuse

CONTACT DETAILSFor further information or to request a Family Learning course please contact your school or children’s centre.

A full list of children’s centres can be found by visiting www.stockton.gov.uk/childrenscentres

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CURRICULUM OVERVIEWStockton Council Learning and Skills offer free English and maths classes in Billingham, Stockton and the surrounding area. If you need to improve your English and maths to secure employment, to support your children or grandchildren or to refresh your own skills and build your confidence we have a course for you.

English and Maths

CURRICULUM OFFERCourses available include;

• Functional Skills English and maths qualifications from entry level (beginners) to level 2

• GCSE English and maths

• Family Learning English and maths – bespoke courses to support parents and carers with children in key stages 1 and 2

CONTACT DETAILSTo ensure the class is at the right level for you, all learners are required to have an initial assessment.

For further information and to book an assessment contact 01642 524949.

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CURRICULUM OVERVIEWWe deliver ESOL courses from pre entry to Level 2 in venues across the Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council area. Our courses will help you to develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills for daily life, study and employment.

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

CURRICULUM OFFER• Ascentis ESOL qualifications from entry level

(beginners) to level 2

• Family Learning ESOL

• Functional Skills maths for ESOL learners

• Functional Skills ICT for ESOL learners

• Community Interpreting

FEESCourse costs are dependent on your individual circumstances and the number of sessions attended, the full cost would be £40 a session per term but is free or half price in most instances.

CONTACT DETAILSFor further information and to book an assessment contact 01642 524949.

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CURRICULUM OVERVIEWOur ICT courses are delivered to learners of all ages and abilities. From ICT beginners learners can progress on to intermediate courses and IT User Skills Level 1 and Level 2. Courses are delivered using a combination of tablets, PC’s and online training. IT User Skills will be taught on PC’s using Microsoft Office software. All learners must have an initial assessment before being able to enrol onto an appropriate class.

ICT

CURRICULUM OFFER• ICT Beginners (Free)

• Computer Basics (Free)

• Work Based Applications for Beginners (Free)

• Digital Design Basics (Free)

• Computer Safety for Beginners (Free)

• IT User Skills Level 1



CONTACT DETAILSFor more information call 01642 524949 or email [email protected]

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INFORMATION, ADVICE AND GUIDANCE (IAG)Learning and Skills Service holds the Matrix Standard. This is the quality Standard which measures the provision given to support you in your choice of career, learning work and life goals.

We want all of our learners to be successful in their own right in whichever area of learning they choose to study.

Every learner studying with us will be eligible for a personal interview where they will be given information, advice and guidance on the course they are taking part in.

The interview will also help to see where they can progress in the future. Advice will be given on the following:

• Courses and Training Programmes

• Progression routes

• Financial help for study

For further information please contact Learner Support on 01642 527910.

For help with career options, CVs, interview skills and job searches, please contact the National Careers service on 0800 100 900.

TERM DATESTerm 1 – Week commencing 18 Sep 2017

Half term 22 Oct 2017

Term 2 – Week commencing 8 Jan 2018

Half term 12 Feb 2018

Easter Good Friday 30 March 2018

Easter Monday 2 Apr 2018

Term 3 – Week commencing 16 Apr 2018

Bank Holiday Monday 7 May 2018

Half term 28 May 2018

PROSPECTUS 2017/18

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Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) (including partners where the claim is joint).

Employment Support Allowance (ESA) in the work related activity group.

The following groups may also be able to claim a reduction in fees (50%) depending on learner numbers.

Those in receipt of:

• Council Tax Benefit - Not including sole occupancy allowance

• Housing Benefit

• Working Tax Credit

• Pension Guarantee Credit

• Universal Credit (for jobseekers)

• Contribution based Employment and Support Allowance

• The unwaged dependents (as defined by the Department for Work and Pensions) of those listed above.

COURSE FEESThe prices of the courses that we charge for can be found within the individual course lists. We have a limited number of places at reduced cost (£10 per course) for learners in receipt of the following benefits:

Please be aware that evidence of fee remission entitlement and signed declaration must be presented to Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Learning and Skills prior to course enrolment.

Learners will not be enrolled on chosen courses until this evidence is provided. Reductions of course fees can only be used for a maximum of two courses per year.

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COURSESArts, Crafts and Cookery

Course code Course Venue Length Day Time Date Cost

17FACM001 Quilting BCC 12 weeks Monday 12.30 - 14.30 18th September £95

17FACM008 Art For All Kiora Hall 12 weeks Monday 13.00 - 16.00 18th September £120

17FACM010 Furniture Restoration Kiora Hall 5 weeks Monday 18.30 - 20.30 18th September £60

17FACM012 Intermediate Art Kiora Hall 12 weeks Monday 18:30 - 20:30 18th September £80

17FACM002 Dressmaking BCC 12 weeks Tuesday 09.30 - 11.30 19th September £95

17FACM013 Creative Woodcraft Kiora Hall 12 weeks Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 20th September £110

17FACM014 Creative Woodcraft Kiora Hall 12 weeks Wednesday 13.00 - 15.00 20th September £110

17FACM004 Home Décor, Clothing & Crafts BCC 12 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £95

17FACM005 Silversmithing BCC 10 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £85

17FACM015 Basic DIY Kiora Hall 5 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £60

17FACM016 Stained Glass Kiora Hall 12 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £95

17FACM007 Silversmithing BCC 10 weeks Thursday 19:00 - 21:00 21st September £85

17FACM006 Creative Writing BCC 5 weeks Thursday 18.30 - 20.30 21st September £40

17FACM009 Christmas Crafts Kiora Hall 5 weeks Monday 18.00 - 20.00 23rd October £55

17FACM011 French Polish and Other Wood Finishes

Kiora Hall 5 weeks Monday 18.30 - 20.30 23rd October £60

17FCOO001 One Pot Cookery BCC 5 weeks Thursday 18.30 - 20.30 26th October £60

17FACM003 Soft Furnishings BCC 10 weeks Tuesday 18.30 - 20.30 26th September £80

BCC = Billingham Community Centre

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COURSESSport and Fitness


17FDSF001 Fit In Five BCC 5 weeks Monday 10.00 - 12.00 18th September £40

17FDSF002 Intermediate Yoga BCC 12 weeks Monday 18.00 - 19.00 18th September £40

17FDSF003 Fit In Five BCC 5 weeks Monday 18.00 - 19.00 18th September £40

17FDSF004 Beginners Yoga BCC 12 weeks Monday 19.30 - 20.30 18th September £40

17FDSF005 Pilates BCC 12 weeks Wednesday 10.30 -11.30 20th September £40

17FDSF006 Pilates BCC 12 weeks Thursday 10.00 - 11.00 21st September £40

17FDSF007 Pilates BCC 12 weeks Thursday 18.00 - 19.00 21st September £40

Local and Family History


17FHIS001 Stockton Local History Bridge Road 5 weeks Friday 10.00 - 12.00 27th October £40

17FHIS002 Family History Kiora Hall 10 weeks Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 20th September £65

17FHIS003 Family History Kiora Hall 10 weeks Wednesday 13.00 - 15.00 20th September £65

Creative Writing, Creative Media and Photography


17FCRE001 Advanced Portfolio Building NHA 12 weeks Tuesday 18.30 - 20.30 19th September £110

17FCRE002 Post Production Techniques NHA 12 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £110

17FCRE003 Beginners Photography NHA 12 weeks Thursday 18.30 - 20.30 21st September £110

17FICT001 Making Social Media Work For You BCC 5 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £40

BCC = Billingham Community CentreNHA = Northshore Health Academy

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COURSES

Languages


17FLAN008 Next Step Spanish Kiora Hall 12 weeks Monday 10.00 - 12.00 18th September £80

17FLAN009 Next Step Italian Kiora Hall 12 weeks Monday 19.00 - 21.00 18th September £80

17FLAN010 Further Spanish Kiora Hall 12 weeks Monday 19.00 - 21.00 18th September £80

17FLAN001 Advanced Spanish BCC 12 weeks Tuesday 10.00 - 12.00 19th September £80

17FLAN002 Spanish for Beginners

BCC 12 weeks Tuesday 19.00 - 21.00 19th September £80

17FLAN003 Advanced Spanish BCC 12 weeks Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 20th September £80

17FLAN004 Introduction to British Sign Language

BCC 5 weeks Wednesday 18.30 - 20.30 20th September £40

17FLAN005 Italian for Beginners

BCC 12 weeks Wednesday 19.00 - 21.00 20th September £80

17FLAN006 Next Step Spanish BCC 12 weeks Wednesday 19.00 - 21.00 20th September £80

17FLAN011 Spanish for Beginners

Kiora Hall 12 weeks Thursday 10.00 - 12.00 21st September £80

17FLAN007 French BCC 12 weeks Thursday 19.00 - 21.00 21st September £80


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CAFÉ CLUBBite Size Learning

Join us on Tuesdays in our Good Mood Good Food Café for workshops in a range of topics. This is a good time to explore a new interest. Coffee and Cakes will be provided.


17CWSH001 Avoiding Violence BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 3rd October £10

17CWSH002 Record your Life Story BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 10th October £10

17CWSH003 E safety BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 24th October £10

17CWSH004 Introduction to Coding BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 7th November £15

17CWSH005 Barista BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 14th November £20

17CWSH006 Festive Coffee & Cupcakes BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 21st November £20

17CWSH007 Paediatric First Aid BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 28th November £10

17CWSH008 Canapes and Cocktails BCC 1 Day Workshop Tuesday 18.30-20.30 5th December £30


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VENUESOur courses are delivered across various venues throughout Stockton-on-Tees.

Billingham Community Centre (BCC) The Causeway Billingham Stockton-on-Tees TS23 2DA

Bridge Road 19-23 Bridge Rd Stockton-on-Tees TS18 3AA

Kiora Hall Ragpath Lane Roseworth Stockton-on-Tees TS19 9JS

Northshore Talbot Street Stockton-on-Tees TS20 2AY

ENROLMENT INFORMATIONONLINEEnrolling online is quick and easy. Follow this link:

www.stockton.gov.uk/learningandskillsYou can also enrol online at our library customer service centres.

BY PHONEIf you are unable to enrol online please call our Customer Services Contact Centre 01642 527904 Monday-Friday 8.00am to 5.30pm

If you are unable to enrol online or by phone face to face enrolment is available at the following locations:

Billingham Community Centre The Causeway Billingham TS23 2DA Monday-Thursday 9.00am to 4.30pm

Stockton Central Library Customer Service Centre Church Road Stockton-on-Tees TS18 1TU

Thornaby Library Customer Service Centre Wrightson House Pavilion Thornaby TS17 9EW

Billingham Library Customer Service Centre Billingham Town Centre Stockton-on-Tees TS23 2LN

Monday-Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm

Friday 8.30 to 4.30pm

Contact InformationFor further information call our Contact centre 01642 527904.

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