We are encouraging you to try your hand at languages in the new year, with the launch of our free languages and communication tasters from 19th January 2023. The taster sessions being offered are Spanish, Italian, French, Greek and German, as well as British Sign Language (BSL) and Makaton for Families. Taking place online and…
The Winter months can be a challenging time for many. Days are shorter, nights become longer, and the temperature drops. We know that the winter months and shorter days can really affect our mood and wellbeing. Most of us are affected by seasons changing in some way, and it’s normal to feel a bit sluggish…
In October, we launched our Creative Climate Change Challenge. We asked you to produce either a piece that highlights the theme of climate change, or something made entirely from recycled/repurposed material. We pleased to announce the chosen winner, and runner-up. Winner: Charlie Runner-up: Nikki Interested in improving your creative skills? View all courses – starting…
Please visit one of our Supported Learning pop-up Christmas shops! 13th December, 11am – 1pm: ACL Colchester 13th December, time tbc: ACL Witham They will be selling a range of handmade goods including: Christmas cards and gifts produced by Employability Retail students Hyacinths grown by Gardening for Wellbeing Chocolate made by Hospitality and Catering
We are investing in new sustainable practises and technology as part of our commitment to the global UNFCCC ‘Race to Zero’ campaign. We are not only embedding sustainability into our curriculum but are also investing heavily in new technology that will ensure sustainable growth. Recently, ACL Witham received a £300k investment in environmentally friendly power.…
Adult learning provider, ACL Essex, is investing in new sustainable practises and technology as part of its commitment to the global UNFCCC ‘Race to Zero’ campaign. The adult education provider is not only embedding sustainability into its curriculum but is also investing heavily in new technology that will ensure sustainable growth. Recently, ACL Essex Witham…
One of our tutors, Tessa Frampton, has been invited to show her work as a solo exhibition at the Malting Gallery in Suffolk. Tessa shares the artistic process she went through to develop the collection: “I have been working for a year for this exhibition at the Maltings gallery. I have based the theme on three walks, the…
Article by Jane, Curriculum Lead – Creative Industries and Culture The terms ‘sustainability’ and ‘sustainable development’ have seen increasing usage since the 1970’s and particularly in recent years, but what do they actually mean? One of the most frequently quoted definitions is from the UN World Commission on Environment and Development Report, which states that “sustainable development is…
In October, we launched our Creative Climate Change Challenge. We asked you to produce either a piece that highlights the theme of climate change, or something made entirely from recycled/repurposed material. We pleased to announce the chosen winner, and runner-up. Winner: Barbara Here are just a few of the nomination comments: “The artist has really…
Did you know you can gain a GCSE in as little as 6 months? Our FastTrack GCSE English and Maths courses are starting in January 2023! These fast-paced courses will enable you to achieve a GCSE, support you to improve your career prospect, and allow you to build up your own personal skills. These courses are…