Coming soon… Themed walks

Themed Walks – Trees Summer is nearly upon us and we would like to provide everyone with a little extra motivation to enjoy your local green spaces and reap the benefits. To get involved, we would like you to send us your favourite photos of the ‘monthly theme’ with the added incentive of winning a…

Park Art Competition

I have always doubted my ability but noticed that you had used my picture of Florence Nightingale in your last ACL Discover Magazine which encouraged me to enter the Explore Essex Park Art Competition. Park Art Competition winner In April we partnered up with our friends at Explore Essex and launched the Park Art Competition.…

My Creative Experience

Over the past year, many of our classes moved online. In the comfort of their own homes, our creative learners were able to flourish and explore their talents. Level 1 Creative Art & Design learner Claire recently shared her experiences with us. “Each week my tutor, Abbie, delivered carefully planned lessons which incorporated many different…

Staff Development Brochure Summer

Download the brochure Please note: From January 1st 2021 staff development applications should be completed following the process below and using this new online form Online CPD application form This form should be used for all staff development with a cost incurred to ACL including conferences, formal training, teacher training, accredited learning etc.  It is…

International Nurses’ Day

Today we celebrate International Nurses’ Day. We continue to be grateful for the incredible people who work in healthcare and their selfless contribution to the community. At ACL, we have a range of pathways and opportunities that support you to start or progress your career in nursing.     “Nursing staff working through the pandemic…