Adult education provider, ACL Essex, welcomed two special visitors to its Harlow campus on Friday 20th May. Rt Hon Robert Halfon, MP for Harlow, and Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Education Excellence, Lifelong Learning and Employability discussed exciting new plans for ACL Essex in Harlow. They also visited students in their…
DetailsACL Essex Hosts Community Event to Support Ukrainian Families and Hosts Adult education provider, ACL Essex, is hosting a community event to support Ukrainian families and their UK hosts on Wednesday 1st June in locations across Essex. Attendees can find out about the learning opportunities available, guidance on improving employment prospects, and where to find…
DetailsWritten by Abbie Cairns, Creative Learning Tutor The colour wheel is a great way to help you understand how colours are created, and which ones complement or clash with one other. Understanding the colour wheel is not only a great artistic skill to have, but it’s also useful when deciding on a colour palette, redecorating…
DetailsMeditation by Mental Health & Wellbeing Tutor, Emma According to Mind.com, Meditation is a helpful way to regulate mood and reduce anxiety. When you have a spare few minutes, try this short meditation exercise below. You might find it easier to pre-record yourself and listen back, or get a close family member or friend to…
DetailsWe are offering businesses the opportunity to train staff free of charge about the benefits of developing a more sustainable world with a new course. As we move towards a sustainable curriculum, embedding the issue in all curriculum areas, we are encouraging businesses to take advantage of the free course ‘Do More, Waste Less: An…
DetailsArticle written by Curriculum Lead, Robyn I really enjoy creating when I feel like it and it isn’t forced, sometimes this can take a few hours and sometimes it is a quick doodle but either way I can express myself through creativity. Creating something requires me to be fully present in the moment so I’m able…
DetailsIf we aren’t well rested, it can weigh us down physically, mentally, and emotionally, but there are some simple actions we can all take to improve our sleep. The optimal sleep duration requirement is largely determined by heredity, however, large surveys show the average sleep duration for an adult is about 7 to 8 hours.…
DetailsWe have launched a series of free IT courses for those who have little to no experience using technology, in addition to those who want to improve their knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. There’s a wide range of support on offer, suitable for those who would like to gain confidence engaging with technology and…
DetailsACL Essex encourages businesses to get on board with innovative sustainability course Adult education provider, ACL Essex, is offering businesses the opportunity to train staff free of charge about the benefits of developing a more sustainable world with a new course. As ACL Essex moves towards a sustainable curriculum, embedding the issue in all curriculum…
DetailsBusiness Times – Sustainability: Expand your knowledge of sustainable development, climate change and global warming Sustainable development, climate change and global warming are common features of news reports with leaders from across the world finding ways to tackle these big problems for humanity with ever increasing levels of urgency. Here at ACL Essex, we’ve been…
DetailsTap Into Free IT Courses at ACL Essex! Adult education provider, ACL Essex, is launching a series of free IT courses for those who have little to no experience using technology, in addition to those who want to improve their knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. There’s a wide range of support on offer, suitable…
DetailsWe are excited to announce that ACL Harlow will be moving to its new home in the centre of town this Summer! We will be opening a new learning facility in Harlow, when it moves from its Partridge Road site to a purpose-built setting within the refurbished Harlow Town Library. The new facilities will offer…
DetailsLast week, we visited Abbi at Little Stars Nursery. Abbi has been working at the nursery since 2021 and is positively impact children’s lives. View her full story below. Why did you choose an ACL Apprenticeship? I chose an ACL apprenticeship as I wanted to gain valuable workplace experience in the child care sector before…
DetailsOur world is always changing and growing, with new technology affecting how we interact with each other to external sources like climate change encouraging us to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Making a difference in this ever-changing world can seem daunting, but there are lots of small changes we can make to our lives…
DetailsThe start of spring is when some people put together a vision board for the year ahead as nature prompts a fresh start. Why not try creating your own? Here are some tips to get your vision board started: First you should decide if you want your vision board to focus on short term or…
DetailsArticle by Karen Clark, NCFE Level 2 Floristry The world faces an urgent need to make good ethical choices regarding environmental sustainability. Specifically, the floristry industry is committed to using environmentally friendly materials. As a florist, we work closely with nature and must focus on offering customers ethical products. Throughout the NCFE Level 2 course…
DetailsFree Information, Advice and Guidance events from 14-18 March. Our centres at Clacton, Rayleigh, and Maldon will be hosting free lunchtime events where you can come along and discuss the opportunities available to you, from Mental Health to Employability. We will also be at a variety of libraries across Essex including Braintree, Colchester, and…
DetailsBe kind to yourself – Try being kind to yourself when you feel like being self critical. It can help to think about what you might say to a friend in the same situation. Learn to say “no” – People with low self confidence often feel like they always have to say yes to other people, even…
DetailsOn Wednesday 26th January in the NCFE Level 2 Certificate Photography course we were delighted to welcome Photographer and Set Designers from America, Lori Nix and Kathleen Gerber. They are world renowned in their field, and spoke to learners about their approach to their creative work, designing miniature sets for world brands and television. The…
DetailsEarlier this week, as part of National Apprenticeship Week, we visited Clear Thinking I.T alongside Councillor Tony Ball, Essex County Council Cabinet Member for Education Excellence, Lifelong Learning and Employability. Clear Thinking deliver clear communication and IT solutions that transform businesses, helping them to move forward more productively, securely, and compliantly. They continue to provide…
DetailsEarlier this year we were invited to Arma Karma, an insurance company based in Colchester. They recently recruited Gray, who is completing their Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship. “It’s really nice to see the suggestions that I make being implemented, and seeing improvements based on that. I didn’t think that I would be the sort…
DetailsHarrison is completing his Business Admin Level 3 apprenticeship at Chelmer Foods Ltd and has become an invaluable member of the team. “I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge about working in a business and developed a host of new skills but I mainly feel I’ve grown as a person. I feel more confident in…
DetailsAdult education provider, ACL Essex, is helping the people of Essex get to grips with developing a more sustainable world with the launch of a new training course. Alongside ACL Essex’s ongoing efforts to embed sustainability into its curriculum, the learning provider is introducing a new course to teach the basics of the circular economy…
DetailsIt’s National Apprenticeship Week 2022! Throughout the week we will sharing inspirational apprenticeship stories, hosting information sessions and debunking some of the biggest apprenticeship myths! If you’re interested in joining one of our online sessions, visit https://aclessex.com/apprenticeship-events/ For more information and list of apprenticeships, please click here.
DetailsLeon joined the ACL Commercial team in October 2020 as a Business Administration Apprentice and has been supporting the Business Development team to engage with businesses, learners, and organisations to promote ACL opportunities. We recently caught up with Leon to see the progress he has continued to make in his career journey. What new projects…
DetailsHolly started with Impamark in September 2017 and completed the Level 2 Business & Administration Apprenticeship in September 2018 with Distinction. She then started her Level 3 in January 2019 and completed it in March 2020, again with Distinction. We recently caught up with Holly to see the progress she has continued to make in…
DetailsAdult education provider, ACL Essex, is hosting an online event for people interested in applying for an apprenticeship on Tuesday 8th February 4-5:30pm and an event for employers looking to recruit new or upskill staff on Thursday 10th February 4-5:30pm, as part of National Apprenticeship Week. ACL Essex has a range of apprenticeships including; health…
DetailsParent Mental Health Day encourages understanding and awareness of the importance of parents’ mental health and its impact on the whole family system. With this year’s theme being ‘balance’, the day aims to get parents and carers to take a moment to reflect on the balance they have in their lives and to take positive steps to make change.…
DetailsWe’re looking for people who are enthusiastic about technology to step forward as part of a new volunteer programme, ‘Digital Champions,’ to help connect residents across Essex to the online world. The new volunteer programme has been set-up to support people to live independently, reduce digital and social isolation, improve users’ confidence with devices, whilst…
DetailsEssex Retrain, Retain, Gain is a fully funded training programme for employers to invest in the development of their staff. The training programmes reintroduce employed individuals to learning new skills. Training can be delivered as a range of bitesize, short training sessions in topics that can be tailored to meet the needs of your organisation.…
DetailsAdult education learning provider, ACL Essex, is setting a New Year skills challenge to encourage the people of Essex to boost their skills and gain Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications to help improve their career opportunities. A recent ONS survey¹ revealed that there are over 40,000 working age residents in Essex who have not…
DetailsAs we continue to prioritise the safety of our learners and staff, please adhere to the below updated safety guidance when returning to our centres in January 2022. This includes updated guidance for face coverings and testing. Face coveringsFrom 4 January 2022, unless exempt, face coverings should be worn by staff, learners and visitors when…
DetailsEssex County Council (ECC) have committed to unlocking £1,000,000 of funding over five years to support Essex’s arts and cultural sector. A NEW £1 million fund which will provide support to the county’s art and culture sector over the next five years is to be launched by Essex County Council (ECC). Opening on Tuesday 4…
DetailsEach week, we’ll be showcasing the fantastic apprenticeships opportunities we have to help support and develop businesses, apprentices, and the workforce across Essex. ACL Essex offer the Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner and Level 3 Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeships. Would you like to be skilled in one of most important traits to a business? Or…
DetailsWe are excited to launch our new courses for 2022! There’s over 1000 courses on offer across our centres and online. Download or view our new course guide. Browse our full range of courses and discover opportunities to enhance your career prospects, develop new skills, improve your health and wellbeing, whilst connecting with others in…
DetailsAdult education learning provider, ACL Essex, has launched their latest programme of courses for 2022 enrolment. There’s over 1000 courses on offer across ACL Essex’s network of adult community centres and online, including mid-term enrolment for fast-track GCSE courses, where learners can pick up a pass within six months. Adult learners looking to gain new…
DetailsIn November we launched our Autumn and Winter Scenes Competition. We asked you to get creative and submit artwork and photography inspired by Autumn and Winter. We had an amazing selection of entries and are pleased to announce our winners. The winning entries will be added to our 2022 calendar. Congratulations to Gill, Anna, Kayly,…
DetailsOn Wednesday 24th November, Access to Higher Education (HE) students from ACL had the opportunity to visit the University of Essex in Colchester. The day aimed to give learners an insight into studying at Higher Education. The leaners took part in a campus tour, heard from current students about life at university, took part in…
DetailsAdult education provider, ACL Essex, is launching a new volunteer programme ‘Parent Ambassadors’ to help improve the lives of families living in Colchester. The new scheme will offer Colchester-based residents the opportunity to volunteer in schools and community venues to promote learning opportunities, improve wellbeing and raise aspirations in their local areas. Helping to launch…
DetailsBecome a Parent Ambassador and make a difference to families in your school community. Parent Ambassadors volunteer in schools and community venues, whilst completing free training to support others. A Parent Ambassador’s role is to positively influence families to engage with learning opportunities, improve wellbeing, and raise aspirations. This is a pilot scheme for parents,…
DetailsVisit the Evolve team at the Eastgate Shopping Centre in Basildon on 12th December, who will be there to answer any questions and you’ll be able to book further 121 support sessions. Evolve is a new free service for Essex residents who are over 18 looking for work or career advice.Face to face and telephone…
DetailsEach week, we’ll be showcasing the fantastic apprenticeships opportunities we have to help support and develop businesses, apprentices, and the workforce across Essex. This week we are spotlighting the Level 3 IT Solutions Technician Apprenticeship. In September 2021, we launched this programme to support the increase of IT job roles within Essex and surrounding areas.…
DetailsEarlier this year, we launched the Green Space Happy Place Photography Competition in partnership with Explore Essex. to promote the positive impacts that being outside has on our mental health and wellbeing. Spending time in nature has been found to help with mental health problems including anxiety and depression. We asked you to get outside, connect…
DetailsSL Employability Horticulture Students have recently started an exciting project with Firstsite Gallery, Colchester (winners of the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2021). The students are now working as volunteers to maintain the Café garden. They have made a great start by clearing away the weeds and dead plants and planting a variety of…
DetailsArticle by Vicky, Creative Writing learner In my twenties, I took my first short story class. Meeting other writers and getting their feedback was invaluable. I loved every minute of it. A few years later, after I’d had my second child, I went on another creative writing course. This time, it had the bonus of…
DetailsLast Wednesday, we hosted our 2021 ACL Awards. The last 20 months have been a very challenging time for us all which makes these events even more important. Huge congratulations to John for being awarded Apprentice of the Year. John completed his Level 3 Leadership in Management at ACL Basildon in June 2020 while in…
DetailsIt’s nearly that magical time of year again, and what better way to celebrate than sharing all your wonderful autumn & winter themed art, creations and photography. Enter our Autumn and Winter Scenes Competition for a chance for your artwork or photography to be showcased on our website, included in our 2022 calendar, and printed…
DetailsOn Wednesday evening, we hosted our 2021 ACL Awards. The last 20 months have been a very challenging time for us all which makes these events even more important. Huge congratulations for Judith for being awarded Highly Commended Creative & Cultural Learner of the Year. Judith is using the skills learnt in her Makaton classes…
DetailsOn Wednesday evening, we hosted our 2021 ACL Awards. The last 20 months have been a very challenging time for us all which makes these events even more important. Huge congratulations for Katie Naum for being awarded Access to HE (Higher Education) Leaner of the Year. Katie left school with only one GCSE and enrolled…
DetailsOn Wednesday evening, we hosted our 2021 ACL Awards. The last 20 months have been a very challenging time for us all which makes these events even more important. Huge congratulations for Jack Parsons for being awarded AAT (Accounting) Leaner of the Year. Jack has gained his ECDL and Level 2 AAT qualifications, and is…
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