The You Can programme is for adults aged 16+ living in Tendring who would like to have an insight into working in the Health & Care sectors. The programme comprises of 6 virtual sessions delivered over three weeks by Adult Community Learning (ACL) and is being offered free of charge. This programme is the first…
Expectantly, I throw open the curtains… SNOW! Gleefully, we make snow angels. Excitedly, I throw snowballs at my brothers. Speedily, I fly down the hill on my sledge. Cheerfully, I build my snowman. Quickly, I whizz around the lake on my skates. Madly, I wear shorts! Blissfully, I suck on an icicle. Sneakily, I start…
“How inspiring it is for the younger generation to want to do something to for the older generation, multi-generational working is key in these difficult times” Christine Horn, Dementia Team Leader at Age Concern ACL Supported Learning learners have been working hard to support the elderly community in Colchester who are supported by Age Concern…
Bob Read is the Education and Training Foundation’s (ETF’s) Regional Specialist Lead (RSL) for Maths and English in the eastern region. He works with a range of practitioners who are coping with the daily challenges of teaching maths and English programmes in the context of the current Coronavirus pandemic. For this third in a series…
Thinking about enrolling on an online course? But not sure what it might be like? Here’s a look at five benefits of online learning. 1. It is more interactive than you think Online learning does not have to be isolating, many online courses can offer features that let you, as a learner, engage with other…
Park Art Competition winner & entries “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.” Jeni, Park Art Competition winner In April we partnered up with our friends at Explore Essex and…
We understand that during the holiday season it can be hard to find the support you need. With this in mind, we have launched a series of FREE webinars to help you and your family improve your wellbeing, manage your finances and enjoy some creative craft activities. STARTING NEXT WEEK! The following webinars are available:…
We are committed to supporting our learners during their studies and throughout their journey with us. With ACL, you don’t just enrol on a course! You gain access to a wide range of resources and support to help you develop your skills in other areas. These opportunities are FREE and can be completed alongside your…
What is safeguarding adults? Why does it matter? Safeguarding adults means protecting a person’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. (The Care Act 2014) ACL has a Safeguarding Adults Policy and a duty to ensure that that we support with the wellbeing of our learners. As part of this we need…
A craftsman/educator’s life, in one object by Michael Henson, Woodwork Tutor at the Basildon Craft Studios Anyone who has heard any of Neil MacGregor, curator of the British Museums fascinating Radio 4 series, The History of the World in 100 objects, will know that a single object can come to represent a whole epoch of…