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Adult and Community Learning Courses Summer 2016

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Adult and Community Learning 7 qualifications and levels

Looking for work 8

Ofsted 9

Employment support and drop-ins 10

Computer skills 12

Preparing for work and personal development 20

Family learning 28

Maths 34

English 36

ESOL 38

Community learning engagement 40

City and Islington College 44

Venue information 46

Learner voice 51

More informationIslington Council course information www.islington.gov.uk/acl [email protected] Call one of the main learning centres

3Corners Learning Centre 020 7527 5083, Arsenal Learning Centre 020 7704 4500 or ACL general phone number 020 7527 5782

City and Islington College course information www.candi.ac.uk/adults [email protected] 020 7700 9200

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About the coursesEvery year Islington Council offers many free adult and community learning courses. Our partnership with City and Islington College provides an even greater selection of courses, as well as offering better opportunities for you to develop your skills, gain confidence, get a job or prepare for further education.

Who are the courses for?Council courses are free for Islington residents or parents with children in Islington schools. You must be 19 or over, unemployed, or low waged and receiving benefits to qualify. Some College courses are free and where fees apply, you may be eligible for financial support. College courses are available to anyone, not just Islington residents. For more information see www.candi.ac.uk/adults

Advice, guidance and progressionAs part of your course you will receive ongoing support to help you achieve your learning goals. We will also help you to

explore opportunities for further training and education or how to move into paid or voluntary work.

There are a number of council courses that provide learners with a stepping stone into higher level courses in the College or into employment. Courses include childcare, retail, hospitality, customer service, health and social care, catering and food hygiene.

Through links with the College we will work with you to help you to identify suitable courses for you to progress onto. Please contact one of our main learning centres for details or come and chat to us at the enrolment days.

ChildcareSome courses offer childcare services. This depends on the venue and the course. For council courses the details of crèche facilities will be included in the course tables.

The College has two nurseries, which provide limited places for students’ children aged one to five.

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Islington Council enrolment daysWednesday 13 and Thursday 14 April 2016 from 9.30am to 4pm at any of these main learning centres:• Arsenal Learning Centre• 3Corners Learning Centre• First Steps Learning CentreA map and full details of the venues can be found at the back of this guide.

Missed the enrolment days?Don’t worry; enrolment for some courses continues throughout the term. If you miss the enrolment days contact the council or the College directly.

Arsenal Learning CentreThe Learning Centre has moved, come and visit us at our new address.

A map and full details can be found at the back of this guide.

What do I need to bring to enrolment?Please bring the following documents with you to enrol:

a) Proof of identity, for example a driving licence, birth certificate, passport or EU identity card.

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b) A letter to show that you are in receipt of benefits, for example JSA, Universal Credit, Working Tax Credit, Housing Benefit or Child Tax Credit.

Enrolment dates and times

“I really enjoy coming to class. I have become a different person,

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Level 2 courses build on skills already developed to add to learner’s knowledge in the subject.Many employers require Level 2 certificates in English and Maths.

Course examples include: • L2 English, Maths or

Computer Skills

Entry

In Maths, English and ESOL courses entry levels are divided into three levels – Entry 1, Entry 2 and Entry 3. Entry Level courses in other subjects develop basic knowledge, skills and the ability to apply learning in everyday situations.

Course examples include: • Computers for Beginners

and Improvers • ESOL Courses • Family Learning

Level 1

Learning at this level includes activities and skills needed on a day-to-day basis in the subject area. Some courses at this level offer progression to Level 2. Many jobs will expect workers to be competent to at least Level 1.

Course examples include: • L1 English, Maths or

Computer Skills• L1 Customer Service• L1 Working with Children

You can study at different levels according to your previous experience and qualifications.

All Levels

No entry requirements and suitable for all levels from entry to Level 2. These courses do not have exams.

Course examples include: • Drop-in Employment Support• Drop-in ICT • Family Learning

Adult and Community Learning qualifications and levels

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iWorkiWork is Islington Council’s new exciting employment coaching service based at 222 Upper Street where coaches offer 1-2-1 intensive and personalised support to help unemployed Islington residents into work. You can pop into 222 to make an appointment or call 020 7527 2706 or email [email protected] parents looking for work, the successful Islington Working for Parents team is now iWork for Parents (iWP). iWP coaches are based in Children’s Centres or job centres so please speak to your local Children’s Centre or Jobcentre Plus advisor to book an appointment. iWP can help you look for work while also supporting you to find suitable childcare.

Information and advice on trainingAdult and Community Learning offer 1-2-1 sessions where you can talk to an advisor in a safe and confidential environment about any information, advice or guidance you need about any work or training needs you have. To book an appointment at one of our Learning Hubs please call 3Corners Learning Centre 020 7527 5083 or The Arsenal Hub 020 7704 4500.

“I felt more confident, gained more access and

learnt things I never knew before”

OfstedIslington Adult and Community Learning were inspected by Ofsted in the first week of March and retained their Good rating (grade 2). Inspectors came and watched lessons, they also spoke to tutors and learners about their experiences. Inspectors told us the service is very, very good; so good in fact, that there were a number of areas where we were outstanding.

Inspectors said they thoroughly enjoyed observing lessons, as well as talking to learners, tutors and partners. They were particularly impressed with our delivery on Maths and Vocational Skills (Employment courses). They said the focus on employment can be seen through the whole service. They were excited by the technology developments coming up that should support learners to have an even richer learning experience. They also said learners were safeguarded well and felt safe. All this shows that ACL is a great place to learn and develop skills for life or for work, as well as being part of your local community.

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All Levels 19 Apr 21 Jun Tue 1pm-4pm Free First Steps (C) Entry 3 19 Apr 21 Jun Tue 10.30am-12.30pm Free West Library (S) All Levels 21 Apr 23 Jun Thu 9.30am-12:30pm Free Arsenal (C) All Levels 22 Apr 24 Jun Fri 9.30am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 18 Apr 11 Jul Mon 9.30am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 20 Apr 13 Jul Wed 1.30-4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 22 Apr 15 Jul Fri 1.30pm-4.30pm Free First Steps (C)

Study Support & ICT Drop-InWork at your own pace and practice what you have learnt in class, learn new skills or update your existing skills.

Employment SupportDrop in to these open and friendly sessions for help with your CV, filling in application forms and how to search and apply for jobs effectively.

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 20 Apr 13 Jul Wed 9.30am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C)

CV WorkshopsThese workshops are dedicated to those who would benefit from one-one support with getting started on their CV. Please call the centre to book an appointment.

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 15 Apr 15 Jul Fri 9.30am-12.30pm Free Durham Road CR (N) All levels 18 Apr 04 Jul Mon 1.30-4.30pm Free 3Corners (S) All levels 21 Apr 07 Jul Thu 10am-1pm Free Arsenal (C)

IAG SessionsThese sessions are an opportunity for you to talk to an advisor on a one-to-one basis, about any work or training needs you may have. Please call the centre you would like to attend and book an appointment.

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lls Computer skillsFirst Steps in Computers Need to know more about computers, the Internet, or email? Do you want to get ready to gain a qualification in IT? Enrol onto one of our Computers for Beginners classes and take your first steps in a supportive and friendly environment.

Develop your Computer Skills If you already know the basics and want to develop your skills further, we offer a wide range of computer classes to help you build your knowledge and experience. Do you want to learn new administration skills or improve your typing? Need to know more about how to write letters in Word or use Excel spreadsheets to help manage your budget? Do you want to build your own website or learn about Desktop Publishing? On many of our computer courses you can also gain a recognised qualification at Level 1 or Level 2 – which looks great on your CV.

One Day Computer CoursesAre you looking for a short quick fix to your IT queries? Do you want to learn how to sell and buy on eBay, use Mail Merge to send letters or create a winning presentation using Power Point? We have a range of one-day programmes designed to develop your IT skills.

Computers for Work The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is recognised and valued in workplaces all over the world.

ECDL Essentials (Level 1) is an excellent introductory course. The units cover getting started on a computer, email and the Internet, with a particular focus on how they are used safely and productively.

ECDL Extra (Level 2) builds on your basic knowledge and experience to improve your understanding of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software.


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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 26 Apr 24 May Tue 9.30am-11.30am Free First Steps (C)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 04 Jul 18 Jul Mon 10am-12noon Free 3Corners (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 25 Apr 09 May Mon 10am-12noon Free 3Corners (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 2 29 Apr 08 Jul Fri 9.30am-12:30pm Free ICSC (S)

Computers for Beginners

Create your Own Business Cards

How to Stay Safe online

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 03 Jun 03 Jun Fri 9.30am-3pm Free 3Corners (S)

In a day: Buying on Ebay

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 03 Jun 03 Jun Fri 10am-3pm Free Arsenal (C) Entry 3 05 May 05 May Thu 10am-1pm Free North Library (N) Entry 3 13 May 13 May Fri 10am-3pm Free St Lukes Community Centre (S)

In a day: Spreadsheets

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 28 Jun 28 Jun Tue 10am-3pm Free Arsenal (C)

In a day: Spreadsheets - Graphs and Charts

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 19 May 19 May Thu 10am-1pm Free North Library (N)

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 26 May 26 May Thu 10am-1pm Free North Library (N)

In a day: Keyboard confidence

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 21 Apr 21 Apr Thu 10am-3pm Free 3Corners (S)

In a day: My eAccount

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 12 May 12 May Thu 10am-1pm Free North Library (N) Entry 3 20 May 20 May Fri 10am-3pm Free St Lukes Community Centre (S)

In a day: PowerPoint

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 12 Jul 12 Jul Tue 10am-3pm Free Arsenal (C)

In a day: Selling on Ebay

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 07 Jun 21 Jun Tue 9.30am-11.30am Free First Steps (C)

Introduction to Desktop Publishing

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Apr 28 Apr Thu 10am-1pm Free North Library (N) Entry 3 06 May 06 May Fri 10am-3pm Free St Lukes Community Centre (S)

In a day: Word

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 19 Apr 19 Apr Tue 10am-3pm Free 3Corners (S)

In a day: Using Skype

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 27 Apr 14 Jul Wed 9.30am-12noon Free ICSC (S) & Thu

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 2 25 Apr 18 Jul Mon 9.30am-12noon Free Arsenal (C) Level 1 16 May 11 Jul Mon 10am-12.30pm Free Arachne (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 19 Apr 21 Jun Tue 10.30am-12.30pm Free West Library (S) All Levels 19 Apr 21 Jun Tue 1pm-4pm Free First Steps (C) All Levels 21 Apr 23 Jun Thu 9.30am-12:30pm Free Arsenal (C) All Levels 22 Apr 24 Jun Fri 9.30am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S)

PowerPoint Software

Study Support & Drop-In

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 2 28 Apr 07 Jul Thu 2pm-4:30pm Free North Library (N)

Spreadsheets

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All Levels 19 Apr 21 Jun Tue 1pm-4pm Free First Steps (C) All Levels 21 Apr 23 Jun Thu 10am-12:30pm Free Arsenal (C) All Levels 22 Apr 24 Jun Fri 10am-12.30pm Free 3Corners (S)

Test Your IT Skills

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Jun 12 Jul Tue 9:30am-11:30am Free First Steps (C)

Using a Tablet

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 22 Apr 22 Apr Fri 10am-3pm Free 3Corners (S)

Which computer to buy?

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 06 Jun 27 Jun Mon 10am-12noon Free 3Corners (S)

Young at heart - Email for older learners

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 2 25 Apr 18 Jul Mon 1pm-3:30pm Free 3Corners (S)

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Preparing for work and personal developmentThis section offers a range of different programmes to help you improve your chances of finding and keeping a job.

Employability SkillsAre you looking to get a job? Do you need help to prepare a CV or develop your interview skills and techniques? Would you like handy hints and advice about how to prepare yourself for your dream job? Then sign up to one of the employability skills programmes including; CV Skills workshops, using Universal Job Match, Applying for Work, Presentation and Interview Skills.

Preparing to Work We also offer tailored programmes to help you prepare for jobs in a range of different vocational areas including; Administration, Customer Services and Hospitality and Catering. If you have ever dreamt of owning your own business, but don’t know where to start then join our course on how to become a market trader. If you are keen to develop your skills in any of these areas, sign up now and get your career moving.

Short Courses and WorkshopsWe offer courses to help you take those first steps on your career path. The Take 3 Days programme is a motivational programme that helps parents find work and build confidence. We also run personal development courses about healthy eating, fitness and nutrition.

Need to add some new qualifications to your CV? We also offer one day accredited courses to develop essential workplace skills including Food Safety in Catering.

Accredited CoursesDo you want an introduction to working with children in an under-fives setting? The Level 1 Award in Working with Children will enable you to create safe, inclusive environments and activities to support children’s learning as well as gain practical work experience.

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 TBC TBC TBC TBC Free First Steps (C) Level 1 16 Jun 30 Jun Thu 1-3.30pm Free Highgate JCP (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue E3 20 May 15 Jul Fri 6-8.30pm Free Arachne (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 20 Apr 13 Jul Wed 9.30am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C)

Basic Food Hygiene L1 (Accredited)

Employability skills: Intro to Sewing

CV Workshop


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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All Levels 15 Apr 15 Jul Fri 9.30am-12.30pm Free Durham Road CR (N)

Employment Support/ICT Drop-in

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 05 May 05 May Thu 10am-2pm Free Community Kitchens Project (N)

Food Safety Awareness

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 11 Apr 11 Jul Mon 9.30am-12.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 13 Apr 13 Jul Wed 1.30-4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 15 Apr 15 Jul Fri 1.30pm-4.30pm Free First Steps (C)

Employment Support

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 09 May 04 Jul Mon 6-8.30pm Free Arachne (N)

Employability skills: Intro to Sign Language


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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 2 09 Jun 09 Jun Thu 10am-5pm Free Community Kitchens Project (N) Level 2 07 Jul 07 Jul Thu 10am-5pm Free Community Kitchens Project (N)

Food Safety in Catering

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 16 Jun 16 Jun Thu 10am-1pm Free Community Kitchens Project (N) All levels 30 Jun 30 Jun Thu 10am-1pm Free Community Kitchens Project (N)

Healthy Hearts Workshop

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 07 Jun 05 Jul Tue 10-1pm Free Arachne (N)

Interview Skills

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 25 Apr 11 Jul Mon 10am-1pm Free Durham Road CR (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Apr 07 Jul Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm Free Highgate JCP (N)

Intro to a Career in Construction (Accredited)

Intro to the Adult Care Sector (Embedded Unit for Intro to Working in Care)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 15 Apr 15 Jul Fri 9.30am-12.30pm Free Durham Road CR (N) All levels 19 Apr 05 Jul Tue 2-5pm Free 3Corners (S) All levels 21 Apr 07 Jul Thu 10am-1pm Free Arsenal (C)

IAG 1:1 Sessions


Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 26 Apr 05 Jul Tue 9.30am-12.30pm Free ICSC (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Apr 07 Jul Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm Free Highgate JCP (N)

Intro to Working in Admin (Accredited)

Intro to Working in Care (Accredited)

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 12 May 21 Jul Thu 10am-1pm Free Arachne (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 TBC TBC TBC Free Margaret McMillan CC (N)

Intro to Working in Hospitality & Catering (Accredited)

Job Seeking Skills (Accredited)

L1 Award in Working with Children

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry 3 20 May 24 Jun Fri 10-1pm Free Arachne (N)

Walking for Fitness

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels TBC TBC TBC Free Margaret McMillan CC (N)

Working with Children Workshop*

“The teacher was outstanding and a life coach! It was an absolute pleasure to

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Short Courses and Workshops The Family Learning team offers programmes to develop parents’ ICT, language and ESOL needs, as well as programmes to help parents understand how to support their child’s education, specifically in Years 1 and 2.

Accredited CoursesAre you interested in supporting children in nursery and reception? Our Level 1 programme focuses on child development and the importance of play and can help you gain essential knowledge to move into employment.

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 28 Apr 07 Jul Thu 9.15-11.45am Free Duncombe Primary (N) All levels 29 Apr 08 Jul Fri 10am-12.00pm Free Ambler Children Centre (C)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 14 May 14 May Sat 11am-1pm Free London Metropolitan Archives (S)

Family Literacy

Family workshop: Lives of Foundling ChildrenPlease contact [email protected] to book your place.

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Apr 26 May Thu 9.15-11.15am Free Montem Primary (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 07 Jun 12 Jul Tue 9.00-11.00am Free Newington Green (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 28 Apr 07 Jul Thu 9.30am-12.30pm Free The Parent House (S)

Help your child with maths Year 3 and 4

Learning through play

Peer Mentoring ProjectAccredited training for Islington parents who would like to go on to support another parent. Contact Jyoti for information on the course and/or the application process 0207 837 1383 email [email protected]


Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 21 Apr 05 May Thu 1.15-3.15pm Free North Islington Children Centre (N)

Fun Phonics

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 20 Apr 25 May Wed 9.45-11.45am Free Margaret McMillan CC (N) All levels 27 Apr 25 May Wed 1-3pm Free Archway Children Centre (N) All levels 27 Jun 12 Jul Tue 1am-3pm Free Hugh Myddelton (S)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 08 Jun 13 Jul Wed 9.15-11.45am Free Pakeman Primary School (N)

Nature Detectives

Places to go, things to see - learning through London

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 26 Apr 5 July Tue 10am-1pm Free The Parent House (S)

Preparing to Work with Children in Schools Enrolment day: 19 April, 9.30-11am at The Parent House - creche offered

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 21 Apr 30 Jun Thu 1-3pm Free 3Corners (S)

Sewing for the family

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 20 Apr 25 May Wed 9.45am-12.15pm Free Bemerton Children Centre (S) All levels 12 May 7 Jul Thu 1.15-3.15pm Free North Islington Children Centre (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Level 1 27 Apr 13 Jul Wed 1-3pm Free Hungerford Children Centre (C)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 08 Jun 13 Jul Wed 9.15-11.45 Free Laycock Primary (C)

Story Sacks

Supporting children in nursery and reception L1

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hs MathsDo you want to brush up on your maths skills, feel more confident managing your money or helping your children, as well as helping your own employment prospects? Levels range from complete beginners to Level 2 (GCSE level) and you can progress to AS/A level, or onto other courses such as teacher training to help you become more employable.

We offer a range of different level courses that allow you to develop your maths skills, work with money, calculate measurements, create graphs and more.

You can work towards a nationally recognised Functional Skills qualification and we also offer flexible workshops to support your skills development.

If you are looking to get a job or start a new career but need to develop your Maths skills, then sign up to one of our courses. Our Maths programmes can help prepare you for work as well as improve your skills before studying for a higher qualification.

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Maths Initial Assessments with Adult and Community Learning Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 25 Apr 25 Apr Mon 10am - 12noon Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 09 May 09 May Mon 10am - 12noon Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 26 Apr 26 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 03 May 03 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 10 May 10 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 27 Apr 27 Apr Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 04 May 04 May Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 11 May 11 May Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C)

Maths Assessments at City and Islington College Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry Early July exact dates tbc various various Free CLL (N) to GCSE

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If you want to improve your skills in English and develop your employment prospects, we have a range of courses to help you. We have lots of English courses at different venues across Islington.

These include courses to develop your writing, reading, grammar, spelling, speaking and listening skills from complete beginners to Level 2 (GCSE level).

You can work towards a nationally recognised Functional Skills qualification and we also offer flexible workshops to support your skills development.

If you are looking to get a job or start a new career but need to develop your English skills, then sign up to one of our courses. Our English programmes can help prepare you for work as well as improve your skills before studying for a higher qualification.

To join any of our English courses first come along to a free assessment session where friendly tutors will check your level, and advise which course is right for you.

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English Initial Assessments with Adult and Community Learning Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 25 Apr 25 Apr Mon 10am - 12noon Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 09 May 09 May Mon 10am - 12noon Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 26 Apr 26 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 03 May 03 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 10 May 10 May Tue 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 27 Apr 27 Apr Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 04 May 04 May Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 11 May 11 May Wed 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) English Assessments at City and Islington College Level Start date Day Time Fee Venue Entry Early July exact dates tbc various various Free CLL (N) to GCSE

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In class you can practise skills to help you talk with more confidence and use basic English in everyday life, for example at the shops, in schools, at the doctor or for work.

We also have Contextualised ESOL courses to help you get ready for work. The main content is English language but this will be set in a work context, for example for working in customer service, social or child

care, administration or schools. If you are interested in gaining employment but need help with your language skills join one of our courses.

To join an ESOL course, you will need to take a short test so that we can assess your level and enrol you on the best course for you. Please bring your passport with you to book your assessment at the college.

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ESOL Initial Assessments with Adult and Community Learning Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 19 Apr 19 Apr Tues 12noon - 3pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 26 Apr 26 Apr Tues 12noon - 3pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 03 May 03 May Tues 12noon - 3pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 20 Apr 20 Apr Wed 12.30 - 3.30pm Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 27 Apr 27 Apr Wed 12.30 - 3.30pm Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 04 May 04 May Wed 12.30 - 3.30pm Free 3 Corners (S) All levels 21 Apr 21 Apr Thu 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 28 Apr 28 Apr Thu 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C) All levels 05 May 05 May Thu 2.30 - 4.30pm Free First Steps (C)

ESOL Assessments at City and Islington College Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Entry to June exact dates tbc various various Free CLL (N) level 2 or CBAT ( C )

Community learning engagement Community Engagement: short tasters, workshops and activities Are you interested in developing your knowledge of the local area? Or maybe you want to improve your health, get out and about or try something new.

We are offering a range of short tasters and workshops across the borough for you to try. You may find something you like and want to take it further. Some of the activities being planned are…

• Drop-in monthly art club at Islington Museum

• Guided local history walks around Islington• Reading for pleasure / become a

Reading Champion • Learn to use a computer tablet for

older learners• Family History: workshops on researching

and writing your family history with Islington Local History Centre

• Health and Wellbeing

Dates and times will be available soon, please contact one of our main learning centres at the front of this booklet or contact the ACL team on: 020 7527 5782.

If you are part of a local community group and would like us to run some short tasters or courses in partnership with you, we would love to hear from you. We have tutors who can teach a range of subjects including maths, English, computers, confidence for work, photography, exercise, healthy cooking, art and craft and much more. Please contact Sandra Gaudan on 020 7527 3143 or [email protected]

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 18 May 18 May Wed 10am - 1pm Free Arsenal (C)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 19 Apr 19 Apr Tues 11am - 1pm Free 3Corners (S)

Learn about London: Archway to Arsenal Walk - Call Arsenal Learning Centre for info and to book: 020 7704 4500

Learn about London: Clerkenwell Guided Walk - Call 3Corners Learning Centre for info and to book: 020 7527 5083

Monthly Art Workshops for adults at Islington MuseumDiscover some local history, learn new creative skills and have fun in these friendly drop-in art workshops for adults at Islington Museum. All levels welcome including beginners. Friday 15 April, 6 May, 10 June and 8 July 12.30-3.30pm

For further dates and any more information please contact Rebecca Campbell-Gay on 020 7527 2837 or [email protected]

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 20 Apr 20 Apr Wed 10am -12pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 25 May 25 May Wed 10am - 12pm Free Arsenal (C) All levels 22 Jun 22 Jun Wed 10am - 12pm Free Arsenal (C)

Gadget Workshops - get the most out of your phone, tablet or laptop (monthly - please call 020 7704 4500 to book)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 4 May 4 May Wed 10.30am-12pm Free Arsenal (C)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue All levels 25 Jun 25 Jun Sat 2.30 - 5pm Free Islington Museum (S)

Spring walk around Gillespie Park Nature Reserve & Ecology Centre. Call Arsenal Learning Centre for info and to book: 020 7704 4500

Get Arty! Art workshop in partnership with the Stuart Low Trust. Call for more information and to book: 020 7713 9304


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Festival of Learning - Taster Day at ArsenalA day of tasters, fun learning activities and course information at the Arsenal Learning Centre and Arsenal Hub, in partnership with Arsenal in the Community.

If you have not been on one of our courses before, come along and find out what is on offer, have a go at some activities, and meet our friendly teachers and staff.

Wednesday 6 July 10am-2pm

For more information visit adultlearning.islington.gov.uk or contact the Arsenal Learning Centre on 020 7704 4500

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The Centre for Lifelong Learning is an award-winning building in Finsbury Park, Islington. Each year we welcome students of all ages from all over the world and the Centre is outstanding in its support of equality and diversity.

City and Islington College - Courses

Mobile App Development - Android You will learn how to develop an Android mobile application from start to finish at an introductory and intermediate level and learn how to upload the app to the Google Play Store. Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Open 13 Apr 22 Jun Wed 6-8pm £130 CLL (N)

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Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Open 19 Apr 28 Jun Tue 6-8pm £130 CLL (N)

Level Start date End date Day Time Fee Venue Open 20 Apr 29 Jun Wed 6-8pm £130 CLL (N)

CS Package Suite (Photoshop/InDesign/Illustrator)For those new to design software and desktop publishing, this course will give you the practical skills you need to jumpstart your career as a designer.

Web Design Intermediate with Adobe Dreamweaver & Photoshop (CS5)This course is for people with an interest in web design but little formal experience of using Dreamweaver and other CS5-based web design tools. You’ll learn how to use Photoshop and Dreamweaver tools.

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Bemerton Children’s Centre 1a Carnoustie Drive, N1 0DX

Reception 020 7527 4806

Hugh Myddelton Primary School

Myddelton Street, EC1R 1YJ

Karen Jacobs 020 7278 6075

Islington Computer Skills Centre (ICSC)

Finsbury Library, 245 St John Street, EC1V 4NB

Tracey Armes 020 7527 7002 Libraries Learning Hub

The Parent House 55 Calshot Street, N1 9AS

Linda Trew 020 7837 1383

Islington Museum 245 St John Street,EC1V 4NB

Rebecca Campbell-Gay

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West Library Bridgeman Road,N1 1BD

Tracey Armes 020 7527 7002Libraries Learning Hub

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3Corners Learning Centre 020 7527 5083 [email protected] www.islington.gov.uk/acl

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Venue Address Contact Name TelephoneArsenal Learning Centre The Arsenal Hub, 56 Benwell Road,

N7 7BA (on the corner of Queensland Road and Benwell Road)

Elaine MaffrettAntoinelle Branch

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City and Islington CollegeCentre for Business, Arts and Technology (CBAT)

444 Camden Road, N7 0SP Course Information Unit

020 7700 9200

First Steps Learning Centre Islington Central Library, (Holloway Road Entrance), 2 Fieldway Crescent, N5 1PF

Tracey Armes 020 7527 7002 Libraries Learning Hub

Gillespie Primary School Gillespie Road, N5 1LH Katrina Moses 020 7607 5850Hungerford School and Children’s Centre

Hungerford Road, N7 9LF Bea Fenton 020 7607 4187

Newington Green Primary School Matthias Rd N16 8NP Parul Monnan 020 7254 3092Paradise Park Children’s Centre 164 Mackenzie Road, N7 8SC Kemi Lawal 020 7697 7330Robert Blair Primary School Brewery Road, N7 9QJ Renata Flavell 020 7697 4827

For more information on courses in the Central area please contact:

Arsenal Learning Centre 020 7704 4500 [email protected] www.islington.gov.uk/acl

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Venue Address Contact Name TelephoneArachne Greek Cypriot 534A Windsor Road, N7 6JP Chrystalla Manti 020 7263 6261

Duncombe Primary School Sussex Way, N19 4JA School Office 020 7272 5620

Hornsey Road Children’s Centre 8 Tiltman Place, N7 7EN Reception 020 7527 2005

Islington Somali Community 225-229 Seven Sisters Road, N4 2DA Yusuf Ahmed 020 7272 0550

Margaret McMillan CC Hornsey Rise, N19 3SF Hannah Fitzgibbons 020 7281 2745

Montem Primary School Hornsey Road, N7 7QT Tammy Whyte 020 7272 6556

North Islington Children’s Centre 110-112 Tollington Park, N4 3RB Laura Stoodley 020 7527 4844

North Library Manor Gardens, N7 6JX Tracey Armes 020 7527 7002

Pakeman Primary School Hornsey Road N7 6DU Linda Nicholas 020 7607 2575

Pooles Park Primary School Lennox Road, N4 3NW Jess Healy 020 7272 2655

Community Kitchen Project Manor Gardens, N7 6LA Gabriel Mesquita 020 7561 5281

City and Islington College Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL)

28-42 Blackstock Road, N4 2DG Course Information Unit 020 7700 9200

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Venue Address Contact Name TelephoneArachne Greek Cypriot 534A Windsor Road, N7 6JP Chrystalla Manti 020 7263 6261

Duncombe Primary School Sussex Way, N19 4JA School Office 020 7272 5620

Hornsey Road Children’s Centre 8 Tiltman Place, N7 7EN Reception 020 7527 2005

Islington Somali Community 225-229 Seven Sisters Road, N4 2DA Yusuf Ahmed 020 7272 0550

Margaret McMillan CC Hornsey Rise, N19 3SF Hannah Fitzgibbons 020 7281 2745

Montem Primary School Hornsey Road, N7 7QT Tammy Whyte 020 7272 6556

North Islington Children’s Centre 110-112 Tollington Park, N4 3RB Laura Stoodley 020 7527 4844

North Library Manor Gardens, N7 6JX Tracey Armes 020 7527 7002

Pakeman Primary School Hornsey Road N7 6DU Linda Nicholas 020 7607 2575

Pooles Park Primary School Lennox Road, N4 3NW Jess Healy 020 7272 2655

Community Kitchen Project Manor Gardens, N7 6LA Gabriel Mesquita 020 7561 5281

City and Islington College Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL)

28-42 Blackstock Road, N4 2DG Course Information Unit 020 7700 9200

Learner VoiceHave your say on how the service is planned and developed.

Islington’s Adult and Community Learning Service aims to deliver courses that meet the needs of its users and we need you to help us plan and deliver courses that provide the skills and learning that you need.

We would like to invite you to take part in forming a Community Learning Steering Group. This is a great opportunity to develop team work and meeting skills and improve you CV and Skills Set.

If you are interested in taking part and would like to find out more please contact:

Aldo Zeolla Phone Number: 020 7527 3488 Email: [email protected]

Meetings will be held at the Town Hall or our Learning Centres.

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TurkishBuradaki bilgilerin Türkçesini istiyorsanız, lütfen 020 7527 5782 numaraya telefon edin.

Do you need this information in another language in another reading format such as Braille, large print, audio or easy read?Please contact 020 7527 5782Bengali

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For details on courses please contact the learning venue directly. For any other queries please contact:

Islington Council (Islington Learning Skills and Emplyment)

[email protected] 020 7527 5782 www.islington.gov.uk/acl

City and Islington College (Course Information Unit)

The Marlborough Building, 383 Holloway Road, London N7 0RN

[email protected] 020 7700 9200 www.candi.ac.uk/adults

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