What’s on in Try January?
Goole Adult Learning
Gain a qualification, develop life skills or try something new. We’ve got something to help you on your journey.
Come join us at the Goole Adult Learning Centre, Pasture Rd, Goole DN14 6DP. Check out our courses, qualifications and fun Learning for Leisure workshops down below.
Goole £5 taster sessions
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Have you ever thought about sewing for a hobby but never quite knew where to start? This friendly, no pressure try session is your chance to dip a toe into the world of stitching. Whether you’re curious about hand sewing or eager to try a sewing machine, you’ll be guided through the basics in a welcoming space. Bring along a garment or fabric piece you’ve always wanted to mend, alter or embellish and we’ll help you get started. With just a few materials and lots of encouragement, you’ll discover how satisfying and creative sewing can be.
🕒 23 January, 10.30am - 12.30pm
🕒 30 January, 10.30am - 12.30pm or 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Goole Courses & Qualifications
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🕒 Various regular dates throughout the year
The Digital Help Hub is an open access digital clinic for you to bring your digital problems to and have our tutor support you to find the solution. The Digital Help Hub is the perfect place to meet with our friendly staff and discuss anything digital that may hold you back. This would include:
Computer, smartphone, or device operations.
Online Banking.
NHS App, booking appointments, or repeat prescriptions.
Dealing with Council services.
Email, Apps, or websites.
Saving, storing, and managing files.
The Digital Help Hub also offers workshops in our Mobile Adult Leaning Centre, where we will address a particular digital problem affecting the community. We will advertise these online and in a location.
Whatever the issue, come along to the Digital Help Hub and we will work with you to fix it.
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🕒 13 January, 9.30am - 12pm
🕒 10 February, 9.30am - 12pm
*Upon completion of this 5-hour course you’ll receive a £40 voucher.
Let’s Talk Money: Smart Savings is for anyone that needs help managing their money but doesn’t know where to start. This workshop is designed to help you feel good and build confidence as we look at how to shop smart, budget, and save money on everyday outgoings. You don’t need to have any previous experience of maths to join this course, and we will work with you to pick up tips and advice on how to save money and where to go for further support.
English & maths courses
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🕒 2 October until 16 October, 9.30am - 12.30pm on Thursdays
This 3-week preparation course offers a supportive foundation for those who would like to start working towards a Functional Skills qualification in English.
This short course will give you the opportunity to meet an English tutor and one of our Learning Experience Advisors, who will work with you to discuss your goals and how we can help you to reach them.
In the sessions, you’ll take part in various activities that will help you to work out which level of English is right for you and give you a taste of what you can expect to learn on an English course with us. Your advisor will chat with you about any support needs you may have and how we can help you with these, so we can make sure you have everything you need to get started on your next step.
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🕒 18 September until 2 October, 9.30am - 12.30pm on Thursdays
This 3-week preparation course offers a supportive foundation for those who would like to start working towards a Functional Skills qualification in maths.
This short course will give you the opportunity to meet a maths tutor and one of our Learning Experience Advisors, who will work with you to discuss your goals and how we can help you to reach them.
In the sessions, you’ll take part in various activities that will help you to work out which level of maths is right for you and give you a taste of what you can expect to learn on a maths course with us. Your advisor will chat with you about any support needs you may have and how we can help you with these, so we can make sure you have everything you need to get started on your next step.
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🕘 Roll-on, start anytime
Our English classes are friendly, welcoming spaces, designed to support you to develop your English skills and to gain a nationally recognised Functional Skills qualification.
If you’re ready to start gaining your English qualification, enquire now and a member of team will be in contact to have a chat about your next step.
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🕘 Roll-on, start anytime
Our maths classes are friendly, welcoming spaces, designed to support you to develop your maths skills and to gain a nationally recognised Functional Skills qualification.
If you’re ready to start on gaining your maths qualification, enquire now and a member of our team will contact you to help you on your next steps.
Our Learner Stories
Dave, Photography
I wish I’d done something like this 30 years ago. I’d have been able to enjoy taking a lot more photographs for a lot longer.
Susan, Self-esteem and Confidence Building
I’ve come out in myself, being here and meeting new people. It’s helped take me out of my little comfort zone. Doing my course is making me feel better in myself.
Shirley, a bit of everything
It’s not just a warm space. It’s the camaraderie and the friendships. Since I’ve come here I’m a better person, my family has noticed a huge change in me. I love it, it’s wonderful. In fact, I even book my holidays around my courses.