Supported Learning free Summer online courses

We have a range of FREE ONLINE courses have been created specifically for adults with learning difficulties and disabilities. The courses below will be starting June 2020.

Please fill out the form at the bottom of the page if you would like to book a course or receive more information.

Courses & Tutors

Learn more about our courses and meet our wonderful tutors.

Pottery

Improve your physical and mental health by working with clay. Learn to use pottery and decorating techniques using air drying clay in your own home.

Gardening

Improve your independence when working in the garden. Learn how to grow and look after flowers and vegetables. You will also learn about health and safety.

Arts & Crafts

Develop your art and craft skills whilst creating beautiful pieces of craft.

Cooking

Learn how to plan, prepare and cook easy snacks and meals to support your independence. Learn about basic health and safety rules for the kitchen.

Home Baking

Baking and cooking ingredients

Learn how to plan, prepare and cook a selection of home baked cakes and treats.

Card Marking

Florence Nightingale colourful postcard and quote.

Learn how to make high quality cards for your friends and family. You will experience using a wide variety of materials and creative techniques.

Hair & Beauty

Straightening a young woman's hair in an up-do style

Learn about skin, nail and hair care, learn how to create different styles for different occasions.

Mindfulness

Reading a book by a tree outside - mental health awareness

Develop your focus and mental health skills and learn some gentle yoga techniques.

Science

Analysing microscopic organisms

Learn about the water cycle, plants, and trees, the night sky and how the body works. Look at everyday materials and what they are used for, including wood, rock, plastics and glass.

What to do next..

Please let us know you’re which course(s) you’re interested in and we will get back to you as soon as we can! Alternatively, please call 0345 603 7635 or email Lifelong.Learning@essex.gov.uk to speak to a member of our team.

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Supported learning Cafe

Check out what our learners have been doing! If you’re part of our community, we would love to see your creations or pictures. Share them with us on social media or acl.nostoppingme@essex.gov.uk to be featured.

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