Adult Learning and Skills

Part Time Courses - St IvesEvening, Daytime and Saturday 2017/2018

Taster SessionsNot sure if a course is for you? Why not try one of our taster sessions?

This year we are offering two week language taster sessions forFrench, Italian, Spanish

The £20 fee paid will be deducted from the full course fee if you decide to stay.We are also offering one week taster sessions for

Zumba® Gold and Zumba® Fitness for £5 each

How to BookBook and Pay online at www.aclearning.org.uk

Telephone: 01480 495717 or 01480 375308Email: acloffice@stivoschool.org Text: 07710 617191

St Ivo School, High Leys, St Ives, Cambs PE27 6RR01480 495717 01480 375308 acloffice@stivoschool.org

www.aclearning.org.uk

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk

or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

Welcome to our exciting programmeWe offer courses for leisure, pleasure, wellbeing and work. Learn in a relaxed

and friendly social environment, develop new skills and take the first steps towards starting a new career.

We have a range of NEW courses for you to enjoy and benefit from, many of which will progress your previous learning. We hope you find what you are looking for but if not, please let us know in time for our next programme.

Free CoursesMaths GCSE*, CV Writing

and Interview Skills *conditions apply

Qualifications and Work Skills

Counselling - An IntroductionThinking of a career in counselling or simply interested in finding out more? This introductory course provides a solid grounding in counselling and listening techniques that can benefit you in your professional or personal life.10 weeks Monday Evening £110

Book-Keeping and Accounts - Level 1 This course is aimed at those seeking a first qualification in book-keeping and accounts. It is an introduction to book-keeping practices including how to process source documents that underpin accurate record keeping.10 weeks Wednesday Evening £185

CV Writing FREEThis workshop will provide you with the skills, information and knowledge you need to produce an effective and professional CV. You will learn how to create a CV incorporating your skills and experience, how to prepare effective and tailored CVs for different jobs and gain knowledge of the different CV resources which are available. Ideal for those looking to gain confidence and get into work or move on from their current job. Interview Skills workshop also available.1 session Monday Daytime or Evening FREE

Book-Keeping and Accounts - Level 2Book-keeping and Accounts Level 2 develops your skills further and achievement of the qualification will demonstrate a competence to fulfil a wide range of routine functions in an accounts office. Book early as this course is only available once.9 weeks Wednesday Evening £199

Assertiveness NEW Struggling with being assertive? Assertiveness is an important personal and interpersonal skill, both at home and at work. Join this workshop and discover practical strategies to help you to express yourself in a clear, open and reasonable way. Book early as this workshop is only available once.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Teaching Assistant - An Introduction Thinking of becoming a Teaching Assistant or parent helper? This course will give you a good introduction to some of the necessary skills and techniques that will enable you to progress into further study or to work effectively in the primary education setting. 8 weeks Monday Daytime or Tuesday Evening £59

Maths GCSE - Foundation TierDo you need the equivalent of a grade C in Maths for a job or course application? This is an intensive course and learners will be assessed for suitability. Starts September. *Terms and conditions apply. 30 weeks Wednesday Evening FREE*

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)A friendly, informal course for those whose first language is not English. These classes cover everyday topics and will improve speaking and listening, reading and writing skills. This is not a qualification course, however structured classes will help prepare those who do want to go on to take formal examinations (not available at this centre). Beginners, Improvers and Mixed Ability classes available.10 weeks Monday or Tuesday Evening/Thursday Daytime £59

First Aid Baby and ChildBe confident that you would know what to do in an emergency. First Aid Baby and Child is an essential course for parents, babysitters, carers and anyone who looks after children in the home. Includes a Paediatric First Aid book to take home.1 session Monday Evening £25

First AidGreat value! Learn how to offer effective emergency treatment before professional help arrives. This course could be a life saver! Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate available at additional cost if desired.1 session Saturday Daytime £59

Emergency First Aid at WorkGreat value! This one day course covers the skills required to be awarded the Emergency First Aid at Work qualification. 1 session Saturday Daytime £69

Interview Skills FREEThis workshop will provide you with the knowledge and skills to perform to the best of your ability in an interview situation. Ideal for those looking to gain confidence and get into work or move on from their current job. CV Writing workshop also available.1 session Monday Daytime or Tuesday Evening FREE

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

ComputingSocial Media for Beginners Find out how the most popular social media platforms can help you connect with the world from home, your local coffee shop, library and even the guided bus! Learn how to interact with others online via social media using Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram, and how to protect your privacy, FaceTime your friends and family, post comments and write a blog. 4 weeks Wednesday Evening £39

Computing for Beginners with Internet and Email Build your confidence with computers now! If you are a complete beginner, this is a fun course where you will be able to ask questions and enjoy learning. You will learn how to use the internet, email, type letters, open and close programmes and have far more confidence to experiment with the things that you would like to do.3 weeks Tuesday Evening £5

Windows 10 - Beginners Do you have a new laptop with Windows 10? Bring it along to this friendly, tutor-led session so that you can familiarise yourself with the basics and gain confidence with this operating system.1 session Saturday Daytime £19

eBay 1 - Beginners’ Buying on eBay If you like a bargain and want to be part of the largest bargain website there is, then this introductory course is for you! We help you set up your account and teach you how to shop for new and second-hand items on eBay. 1 session Wednesday Evening or Saturday Daytime £19

eBay 2 - Beginners’ Selling on eBay Are you looking to dejunk, clear out your loft or garage or just move on a few small items and make some money in the process? You will learn how to take advantage of the power of eBay. We recommend attendance on eBay1 for maximum benefit. 1 session Wednesday Evening or Saturday Daytime £19

Microsoft WordAre you a self-taught Word user, or only had basic introductory training? Our guide to the more advanced features and quick tricks of the programme will give you the confidence to tackle those challenging tasks and work faster and smarter. Book early as this course is only available once.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £49

Microsoft ExcelAre you new to Excel, or do you use it but avoid the advanced features because they scare you? Don’t be afraid – we will show you how easy it really is and our shortcuts and time-saving techniques will have you breezing through spreadsheets in no time.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £49

Website Design for BeginnersWebsite design doesn’t have to be a mystery. Learn how to design, build and manage your own cost-free website, no coding required. You will receive step-by-step instructions, exercises, tips and tools that will enable you to create an attractive and purposeful website.4 weeks Tuesday or Wednesday Evening £49

Languages

French - BeginnersThis is a progressive (three term) course starting in September for people who wish to learn French from the very beginning. The course covers learning to deal confidently with everyday situations. Two week taster available.10 weeks Monday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Try before you buy!! Two week taster available for most Language courses.Cost will be deducted from full course fee if you choose to stay.

Photoshop - An IntroductionMake your best images even better with Photoshop. Find out what Photoshop can do for your photos or website. We can help you add a touch of perfection!5 weeks Wednesday Evening or £591 session Saturday Daytime £35

French - Franglais into Français! - ImproversTurn your Franglais into Français! Join this class and gain the skills you need to express yourself effectively. This is a progressive (three term) course starting in September but it is possible to join at term two or three depending on ability. Two week taster available.10 weeks Monday Evening Taster only £20 £99

French - Élargissez vos horizons - Beyond Improvers Take your French to the next level. This is a progressive (three term) course starting in September but it is possible to join at term two or three depending on ability. Two week taster available.10 weeks Wednesday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Photoshop - Improvers You can do the basics in Photoshop, now learn some more advanced techniques. You will discover how to enhance and modify your images using layers and masks and the more complex tools.5 weeks Wednesday Evening £65

Sign Language - An Introduction Absolute beginners are invited to join us to learn the basics of British Sign Language, including finger spelling and basic conversation. Book early as this course is only available once.10 weeks Wednesday Evening £99

Italian - Perfezionare il vostro Italiano - ImproversLed by a native Italian speaker, this is a progressive (three term) course starting in September, suitable for those who wish to improve their language skills. It is possible to join at term two or three depending on ability. Two week taster available.10 weeks Tuesday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Italian - BeginnersThis is a progressive (three term) course starting in September for people who wish to learn Italian from the very beginning. The course covers many essential words and phrases, enabling you to deal confidently with everyday situations. Two week taster available.10 weeks Tuesday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Spanish - Beginners This is a progressive (three term) course starting in September for complete beginners. Led by a native Spanish speaker, you will learn through fun, interactive activities how to greet, answer the phone, ask for directions, order in a restaurant and much more! Two week taster available.10 weeks Tuesday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Spanish - Un poco más de Español - Improvers If you have completed a Beginner’s Spanish course or have a basic knowledge of the language, this course will increase your skills and confidence. This is a progressive (three term) course starting in September but it is possible to join at term two or three depending on ability. Two week taster available.10 weeks Tuesday Evening Taster only £20 £99

Sewing, Craft and FlowersSewing Machine - A Quick Guide This workshop will teach you the basic skills you need to use a sewing machine. You will learn how to set up a machine and use various stitching techniques including zigzag and straight stitch, seams and hems. Choose to use one of our sewing machines or bring your own.1 session Saturday Daytime £29

Machine Sewing Made Easy - Beginners Learn to use your sewing machine with confidence. This is a practical, fast, fun course using traditional techniques as well as much easier ‘no pins’ methods. For complete beginners or those with a little experience. You will make a different item each week. Own sewing machine required.5 weeks Wednesday Daytime £59

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)A friendly, informal course for those whose first language is not English. These classes cover everyday topics and will improve speaking and listening, reading and writing skills. This is not a qualification course, however structured classes will help prepare those who do want to go on to take formal examinations (not available at this centre). Beginners, Improvers and Mixed Ability classes available.10 weeks Monday or Tuesday Evening/Thursday Daytime £59

Sewing: Making Clothes NEWFrom choosing the right fabric and pattern to how to press for a professional finish, you will learn the essential skills for making your own clothes at home. Own sewing machine required.5 weeks Wednesday Evening £55

Sewing: Advanced Machine Sewing Skills NEW Does your sewing machine have lots of feet and attachments you have never used? Never managed to make a successful buttonhole? Join us to discover how the attachments make sewing easier, practise your perfect buttonhole and improve your skills with a small practical project. You need your own sewing machine and to be able to do straight and zigzag stitching to join this workshop. Book early as this workshop only runs once and places are limited.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Sewing: All About Zips and Piping NEW If you feel that your sewn projects are let down by a badly placed zip, or the piping looks messy, learn the tricks of a professional finish. You need your own sewing machine and to be able to do straight and zigzag stitching to join this workshop. Book early as this workshop only runs once and places are limited.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Sewing: Make a Coat for Your Dog NEW Casual in fleece, smart in tweed or snuggly in quilted fabric; using a paper pattern you will custom-make a coat to your own dog’s measurements and soon have the best dressed dog around! You need your own sewing machine and to be able to do straight and zigzag stitching to join this course. Book early as this course only runs once and places are limited.3 weeks Wednesday Daytime £39

Sewing: Machine Quilting NEW If you love doing patchwork, making bags or clothes but would like to add quilting to your projects, this workshop will teach you how to quilt by machine and introduce you to many different techniques including free machine stippling. You need your own sewing machine and to be able to do straight and zigzag stitching to join this workshop. Book early as this workshop only runs once and places are limited.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Sewing: Love your Overlocker NEW Have an overlocker but not sure how to use it, thread it or get the tension right? Through working on simple projects this workshop will make setting up your overlocker a ‘piece of cake’, so that you will be able to use it with confidence and give your work a professional finish. Book early as this workshop only runs once and places are limited.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Sewing: Christmas Appliqué and Decorative Stitching NEW Make Christmas special with hand crafted items such as a Christmas card, bunting or a Christmas stocking. Even the most basic sewing machine can be used for decorative stitches, so if you are fairly new to machine sewing, or if you have a machine with stitches you have never used, this workshop is for you. You need your own sewing machine and to be able to do straight and zigzag stitching to join this workshop. Book early as this workshop only runs once and places are limited.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Needle Felting Create a beautiful 3D felt decoration. You will learn how to sculpt fibres with a barbed needle to make two small items such as a blue tit and a flower. Suitable for all abilities. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £36

Christmas Needle Felting You will learn how to sculpt fibres with a barbed felting needle to create 3D felted items, such as a robin and a decoration for your Christmas tree. Suitable for all abilities. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £36

Beautiful ButtonsHome-made with polymer clay and shrink plastic; apply your own designs and watch them shrink!Use your buttons to embellish any craft project. Suitable for all abilities. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £24

Christmas Mosaic Learn the techniques to craft a beautiful Christmas decoration for your own home or to give as a gift. Suitable for all abilities. Most materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £38

Garden Mosaic Create two beautiful mosaic decorations for your home or garden. Suitable for all abilities. Most materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £38

Stained Glass - Mixed Ability Come and learn the ancient craft of stained glass. Beginners will make their own stained glass apple with leaf, red rose with wire overlays and a complex Celtic knot, before moving on in subsequent terms to more challenging projects such as a prairie box lamp. Materials extra.9 weeks Wednesday Evening £105

Silver Jewellery - Mixed Ability Discover the art of jewellery making, including techniques such as soldering, setting stones and polishing to create your own unique pieces including a link bracelet with charm, ring and earrings. For complete beginners or those with some experience. ALL materials included.10 weeks Tuesday Evening £210

Upholstery and Chair Caning - Beginners/ImproversYou will be introduced to an abundance of different materials, techniques and tools. Equipment will be available for your use during the day, so you can find your way at your own pace. This really is the easy way to get upholstery covered or increase your skills.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Fresh Flowers: Christmas Ring NEWCreate a beautiful floral wreath for the door or advent table, perfect for the festive season. Just bring your scissors, everything else is included!1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Fresh Flowers: Wedding Flowers on a Budget NEWLearn to make fresh floral designs suitable for a wedding, including a vintage posy and exquisite buttonholes. Just bring your scissors, everything else is included!1 session Saturday Daytime £59

Fresh Flowers: Bring in Spring NEWExplore colour and balance and create floral designs with a joyful springtime feel. Just bring your scissors, we provide the rest!1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

Fresh Flowers for Autumn NEWEnjoy the rich floral shades of autumn and gain the confidence to create your own floral arrangements at the first of our seasonally themed flower arranging courses. Materials included for week one.4 weeks Wednesday Daytime £55

Fresh Flowers for Spring NEWAdd a springtime splash of colour to your home with contemporary designs. Materials included for week one.4 weeks Wednesday Daytime £55

Fresh Flowers for Summer NEWCreate displays bursting with the colour and scent of summer. Materials included for week one.4 weeks Wednesday Daytime £55

Watercolour Landscapes - BeginnersIf you would like to ‘have a go’ at watercolours, start here! You will cover the basics of drawing, tonal work, basic composition and perspective and you will be introduced to the skills you need to progress on to Watercolour Landscapes - Beginners Plus. 9 weeks Tuesday Daytime £99

Watercolour Landscapes - Beginners PlusGet to grips with the basics of landscape painting. During this course you will cover water, mists, reflection, snow, ice and buildings. Additions like animals, vehicles, boats and harbours will also be explored.9 weeks Tuesday Daytime £99

Sketching to Painting - Beginners Ever drawn or painted before? Now is the time to join a friendly and relaxed course which will help you develop your basic drawing and painting skills. Even if you haven’t drawn or painted since school, this is the course to give you more confidence. 9 weeks Tuesday Daytime £105

Art for Starters NEWThis course is an ideal way to get to grips with basic techniques and will help you create beautiful images, unlock hidden skills and unleash your potential. You will be guided step-by-step through a range of techniques in a variety of mediums to produce stunning images and open up new ways of seeing and drawing. 9 weeks Tuesday Evening £100

Art

Watercolours and More - Mixed AbilityWiden your experience; experiment with paint and colour and try new ideas, techniques and water-based mediums in fresh ways to tackle more challenging projects.9 weeks Tuesday Evening £99

Miniature Painting - Beginners NEWLearn the beautiful art of Indian miniature painting. You will be introduced to the delicate techniques involved and explore various aspects of this art form as you paint your chosen images. 4 weeks Wednesday Daytime £49

Botanical Watercolour - Autumn Glory NEWCapture all the colours of Autumn and complete a botanical watercolour study with advice and support from an award winning artist. Some experience of sketching and painting plants using watercolour is required.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Botanical Watercolour - Holly and Ivy NEWSeasonal botanical watercolour of holly or ivy - this study could make an original hand painted watercolour Christmas card design. Some experience of sketching and painting plants using watercolour is required.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Botanical Watercolour - Snowdrops NEWLearn how to paint beautiful snowdrops in watercolour with expert advice. Some experience of sketching and painting plants using watercolour is required.1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Botanical Art Learn how to capture the simple beauty of nature in drawing, watercolour and more. 9 weeks Monday Daytime £105

Pen and Wash WorkshopA wonderful opportunity to spend a day with and learn from one of Cambridgeshire’s leading watercolour artists. Using pens and watercolour you will create an eye catching painting of a local landscape subject including water and buildings.1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Digital PhotographyGetting to Know Your Digital CameraLearn the basics of digital photography and understand the settings of your digital camera in a fun and not too technical way. Better pictures guaranteed! Please bring your camera.1 session Saturday Daytime £29

Digital Photography - BeginnersAre you disappointed with the photographs you take? Join this course and discover how to get the best out of your digital camera.9 weeks Tuesday Evening £99

Digital Photography - Beginners PlusCome along and learn how to improve your photographic abilities and begin to use your camera in more creative ways. 9 weeks Tuesday Evening £99

Flash Next Steps: Better Portraits NEWGoing off camera! Learn how to use your external flash off camera to produce more creative portraits. 1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Photoshop - An IntroductionMake your best images even better with Photoshop. Find out what Photoshop can do for your photos or website. We can help you add a touch of perfection!5 weeks Wednesday Evening or £591 session Saturday Daytime £35

Photoshop - ImproversYou can do the basics in Photoshop, now learn some more advanced techniques. You will discover how to enhance and modify your images using layers and masks and the more complex tools.5 weeks Wednesday Evening £65

Introduction to Using a Flash NEWStop being overwhelmed and blasting your subjects with flash! Starting from scratch, you will learn how to use your speed light to greater effect and stop those rabbit in the headlights, harsh shadow pictures.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Street Photography in Cambridge‘Street photography’ is just that! We will leave the comfort of the classroom behind and immerse ourselves in the impromptu activity of daily lives in Market Square and capture the splendour of historic buildings and The Backs. 1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Cookery

Kitchen Confidence - Beginners We will guide you through the basic cooking skills needed to give you the inspiration and confidence to create some simple and tasty food to wow friends and family. Our beginners’ cookery courses are especially popular with men! 4 weeks Tuesday Evening £35

Ultimate Home-made Pork Pie Shop bought might be good but home-made is SO much better! Learn the art of making a delicious raised pork pie and a gala pie from scratch. BOOK EARLY!1 session Tuesday Evening £20

Handcrafted Sausage Rolls NEW Golden, flaky, melt in the mouth rough puff pastry wrapped around a lightly seasoned sausagemeat filling – all made by you! You will never be tempted by a supermarket sausage roll again. Truly delicious!1 session Tuesday Evening £20

Bistro Cookery NEWA hands-on, relaxed, cookery course that will introduce you to recipes from a French bistro. You will make pan seared duck breast with cherries, twice baked soufflé, onion and olive tart and chicken/rabbit terrine.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £45

Advanced Cookery NEW A course for those who have already done some basic cookery. Learn some advanced skills from our expert tutor and create recipes such as soufflé suissesse, pork medallions with mushroom ragu, fillet of cod with clams and pasta and a raspberry and hazelnut tart.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £45

Families in the Kitchen - Perfect Pizzas NEW Come along and spend some quality time in the kitchen with a young person who is special to you. Work together as a team producing a high quality, healthy pizza that can easily be replicated at home. Add the toppings of your choice and design the base e.g. stuffed crust, thin and crispy or deep pan to suit your taste. For children aged 10 upwards and a parent/carer.1 session Saturday Daytime £20

First Time Cook NEW Never cooked before or lacking in confidence in the kitchen? Keen to learn some basic skills to help you cook meals from scratch using fresh ingredients? Then come along to our First Time Cook workshop and enjoy making and tasting home-made lasagne, cheese and onion pie and risotto. 1 session Saturday Daytime £28

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

Contemporary Vegetarian Cookery NEW Kick-start your New Year with lots of fresh veg and learn some new cookery skills at the same time! Create some impressive vegetarian food to take home and enjoy. Recipes will include butternut squash and pecorino tart with crispy shallots, chargrilled vegetable tart with roasted red pepper sauce and home-made gnocchi with spinach and caramelised leeks.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £45

Vegetarian Indian Delights If you need new inspiration for a vegetarian diet then this could be just the thing: bursting with spice-infused flavour, something really different and a crowd pleaser. And not just for vegetarians!You will be making dishes such as carrot rice with spices, palak paneer (spinach with Indian cheese), kaju pakoras (cashew nut baggias) and spiced channa dhal (a lentil dish).1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Curry House Favourites NEWRecreate your favourite Indian restaurant meals. You will create tempting dishes such as Chicken Jalfrezi, Rogan Josh, Lamb Dhansak and Vindaloo, along with rices and breads, all to take home and enjoy.4 weeks Monday Evening £45

Indian Thali NEWThali is an Indian meal made up of a selection of dishes served on a platter, with each item in a small bowl. You will learn how to use spices and herbs in a subtle way to create authentic home- cooked flavours. The menu will include items like curry, lentils, rice, raita and breads.4 weeks Monday Evening £45

Authentic Indian Cookery Made EasyEspecially for all those who love Indian food and would like to make it at home - you will learn how to cook well known curries, rice and breads and how to spice your dishes with confidence - it really is easy to make restaurant quality dishes!1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Indian Stuffed Breads Indian breads are easy to prepare and delicious to eat with dhal or curry. Join this practical workshop and make mouthwatering snacks like aloo parathas, cauliflower parathas, ragini naan (filled with curried mince) and peshwari naan. 1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Italian Trattoria Cookery NEW Just like a traditional Italian Trattoria, our four week cookery course offers tasty food, a relaxed atmosphere and a warm welcome. You will learn to make recipes such as tomato upside-down tart, gnocchi with rocket pesto, lemon and almond tart and home-made pasta.4 weeks Tuesday Evening £45

Malaysian Street FoodMalaysian cuisine is all about spice, flavour and passion. You will be given a special insight into the country’s taste-bud tingling, vibrant street food. Dishes may include fried kway teow (stir fried ricecake strips), ngoh hiang (5-spice meat roll), apam balik (a traditional Malaysian crispy pancake) and penang acar (special pickles).1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Simply IndianThis course is a must for everyone who loves Indian food. You will gain the confidence to use herbs and spices and take home oodles of dishes to enjoy, including mains and rice, breads and starters/side dishes. New menu for this year!1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Thai CookeryCreate delicious, spicy thai dishes with fresh, aromatic ingredients. This course is a perfect mix of hands-on cooking, tutor demonstration and one-to-one help and tips. Take home spring rolls, thai fishcakes with sweet chilli dipping sauce and thai red curry, all made by you.3 weeks Tuesday Evening £35

Vietnamese Street FoodVietnamese food is about the balance of flavours of sweet, salty and sour. This course will give you a taster into the world of Vietnamese street food and its wonderfully simple yet flavoursome dishes. Dishes may include meat and prawn rice paper rolls, dipping sauce (nuoc cham), Vietnamese pancakes (banh xeo) and stir-fried chicken with lemon grass and chilli.1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Brew your own Craft Beer NEW Have you ever made beer using an off-the-shelf kit and wondered why it never tastes like the beer in the pub? Would you like to know how to make high quality beers using malted barley, hops and yeast? If you enjoy building things at home, or in the shed or garage, this course is definitely for you! With some initial outlay on equipment and ingredients, and a practical DIY mind, you too can make any style of beer you want, at home!6 weeks Wednesday Evening £79

Indian Dinner for Friends Join us and prepare a set menu of five delicious dishes suitable for entertaining friends or family. Using all natural ingredients, you will learn how healthy and economical Indian home-cooking is and be less quick to reach for the takeaway menu! New menu for this year!1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Indian Street Food It’s tasty! It’s tangy! In India they call it Chaat!!! Learn how to prepare a wide variety of Indian street food such as tiny stuffed puris, spicy chicken wraps with fresh chutneys, samosas and bhajis, vada pav, groundnut chaat, instant bhel and palak pakoda chaat and take them home to enjoy the delicious flavours with friends and family. 4 weeks Monday Evening £45

Families in the Kitchen - Cupcakes NEW Come along and spend some quality time in the kitchen with a young person who is special to you. Help your child explore their creativity and learn some useful life skills as you bake and decorate cupcakes together. You will be helping to build your child’s confidence and independence whilst having lots of fun! For children aged 10 upwards and a parent/carer.1 session Saturday Daytime £20

Ultimate Home-made Pork Pie Shop bought might be good but home-made is SO much better! Learn the art of making a delicious raised pork pie and a gala pie from scratch. BOOK EARLY!1 session Tuesday Evening £20

Handcrafted Sausage Rolls NEW Golden, flaky, melt in the mouth rough puff pastry wrapped around a lightly seasoned sausagemeat filling – all made by you! You will never be tempted by a supermarket sausage roll again. Truly delicious!1 session Tuesday Evening £20

Home-made Strawberry Jam and Scones NEW Come along and enjoy making the traditional English cream tea. During the session we shall make light, soft scones to accompany your handmade, sweet strawberry jam.1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Breadmaking - BeginnersDitch those shop bought loaves and learn to make delicious speciality breads of your very own! Join us to make and take home freshly baked soda bread, a Mediterranean bread plait with olives, sundried tomatoes and mozzarella and sticky Chelsea buns.1 session Saturday Daytime £28

Baking for Beginners If you are new to baking or have always wanted to be able to make those classic cake favourites at home, come and learn how in our baking class for beginners. Recipes include Victoria sponge, chocolate fudge cake, lemon drizzle cake and carrot cake with cream cheese frosting.4 weeks Wednesday Evening £45

Baking and Cake Craft

MacaroonsGive them as a gift or eat them all yourself - either way these tasty sweet treats will go down well! Learn to make and bake delicious macaroons and how to decorate and paint them to add the finishing touches.1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Chocolate Truffles and Florentines Gourmet indulgences packaged to perfection! Attend this masterclass and you will go home with high quality truffles and florentines that have been hand decorated by you. Two delicious products that you can tailor to your own tastes.1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Cake Decorating - BeginnersLearn how to decorate cakes to a professional standard. No previous cake baking or decorating experience required. You will learn basic sugar paste and decorating techniques including coating, covering, crimping, letters and numbers and cutting shapes. Some materials included.4 weeks Wednesday Evening £47

Chocoholics - Mixed AbilityLearn to make the most mouth-watering recipes from demon truffles to luscious brownies and cookies. Pure chocolate indulgence! 2 weeks Tuesday Evening or £251 session Saturday Daytime £25

Cupcake Kitchen Come along and bake, make and decorate! You will learn all the skills you need to bake light and fluffy cupcakes, make delicious buttercream icing and decorate like a pro! With different flavour sponges, icing and toppings to explore, master the basics and the variations are endless! Some materials included.4 weeks Wednesday Evening £47

Christmas CupcakesTime to get festive! You will learn to pipe buttercream and be shown all the tips, tricks and techniques needed to create beautiful reindeer, snowmen, Christmas tree and present cupcakes. Bring your own cupcakes - all other materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Patisserie Perfecting the art of patisserie requires patience and precision - the hard work will pay off when you get to take home your mouth-watering treats! Recipes include profiteroles with salted caramel, pâte brisée with crème anglais (custard tarts), Genoese sponge and Danish pastries. This course is suitable for all abilities.4 weeks Wednesday Evening £45

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

Sugar Wedding Flowers - BeginnersLearn to make and colour a variety of wedding flowers from sugar paste and how to combine them to make the perfect bridal bouquet decoration for a wedding cake. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £34

Healthy Living and BeautyIndian Dance - Beginners NEWIndian Dance is a delicious blend of Classical Kathak, Folk Dance, Film-style Dance (Bollywood) and Fusion Dance. You will be dancing to upbeat music with beautiful melodies and enticing rhythms; a great way to improve fitness!5 weeks Monday Evening or £391 session Saturday Daytime £15

Ballroom Dancing A fun dance class for those new to ballroom and those with some prior experience. You will learn from a broad selection of dance styles such as Latin, Cha cha, Jive, Samba, Rumba, Pasodoble, Waltz, Quick Step, Foxtrot and Tango. 9 weeks Monday Evening £69

Sugar Flowers - BeginnersLearn how to create beautiful sugar paste roses and sweet peas using a variety of techniques. By the end of the course you will be able to produce simple yet impressive unwired flowers and more delicate and refined wired flowers. Materials included.4 weeks Wednesday Evening £47

Sugarcraft Christmas CharactersCome along and learn how to create cheeky characters for the festive season including Santa, snowmen, Rudolph, robins and penguins. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Zumba® Fitness Zumba® can help you achieve so much towards a fitter and healthier lifestyle and all while having a great time!! These are really fun and friendly classes with lots of wiggling, jiggling and giggling! Come along and get sweaty, raise your heart-rate, burn calories and tone up. Taster available.9 weeks Monday Evening Taster only £5 £45

Zumba® Gold Designed to meet the needs of those looking for a low impact or slower paced workout, Zumba® Gold is perfect for the “mature mover” or those just beginning a move towards a healthier and fitter lifestyle. Suitable for all mobility levels including chair users. Taster available.9 weeks Monday Evening Taster only £5 £45

Nordic Walking - BeginnersHealthy and fun! Nordic Walking uses poles to help to propel you along. It is suitable for all, including those who are unable to jog, run or walk without support. 4 weeks Tuesday Daytime £29

Bellydance - BeginnersEver wanted to bellydance? This is a fun and friendly introduction to the basics of Egyptian style bellydance. Don’t worry - you don’t need to show your belly! 1 session Saturday Daytime £20

YogaPostures and breathing techniques to promote a fit, strong healthy body and a clear focused mind. Yoga can help to relieve stress and improve flexibility and strength. Suitable for all levels. The emphasis will be on learning to relax and working at your own pace. 9 weeks Wednesday Evening £45

Body Massage – BeginnersCome and improve your sense of wellbeing and relaxation. You will learn practical massage techniques and how to improve your posture. Pricing is per couple - come with a friend so that you can practise on each other.2 weeks Monday Evening or £49 per couple1 session Saturday Daytime £49 per couple

Indian Head Massage - BeginnersLearn to relax and relieve the stresses and tensions of everyday life. This course is designed to teach you a highly effective massage technique in a fun and interactive way.3 weeks Monday Evening £35

Mindfulness Mindfulness is a state of active, open attention on the present moment. When you are mindful, you can observe your thoughts and feelings without judging them good or bad. Mindfulness enables you to live in the moment and awaken to each experience of your day and life. In as little as seven weeks you will be rewarded with mindfulness skills that will last a lifetime!7 weeks Wednesday Evening £79

Worry Less NEWAre you a worrier? Over-stressed, anxious and weighed down by the uncertainty of life? If so then this workshop is for you. We will offer practical solutions for how to break the cycle of worry, including tips on how to solve problems. Book early as this workshop is only available once.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Sleep Better NEWStruggling with poor or disturbed sleep? This course will aim to provide an understanding of why sleep problems develop and offers some practical strategies for improving poor sleep. Book early as this workshop is only available once.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Therapy through Nature NEWLet nature be your guide - learn how to reduce stress and improve life satisfaction through con-necting better with yourself and with nature. This workshop will give you lots of good ideas to improve your life and includes a visit to Holt Island to practise some new ways of thinking. Treat yourself!1 session Saturday Daytime £45

Assertiveness NEWStruggling with being assertive? Assertiveness is an important personal and interpersonal skill, both at home and at work. Join this workshop and discover practical strategies to help you to express yourself in a clear, open and reasonable way. Book early as this workshop is only available once.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Wellness BoostUnderstand what true wellness is and how it affects your body, mind and soul. Experience meditation, drumming, massage, aromatherapy, emotional freedom technique, Reiki healing, crystals and colour; all therapies that can improve wellbeing. 3 weeks Tuesday Evening or £451 session Saturday Daytime £45

Meditation and the Power of Sound Learn how sound creation using the voice and percussion instruments can enhance your wellbeing in this very practical workshop. Experience rhythmic drumming to relax you as it leads you into a guided meditation then raise your energy by playing percussion instruments. Be prepared to have fun…..to feel lighter in mind body and soul! Recommended!1 session Saturday Daytime £39

MakeUp and Nails - Beach Beautiful NEW Get ready for your holiday and the summer. Learn to apply natural makeup to suit you, perfect for the beach and sunny days. Complement your makeup with on-trend nail colours, learning how to look after your nails too. We give you lots of hints and tips to get you looking and feeling beautiful and beach ready! Products included.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

MakeUp Makeover Try out a range of products and learn to apply your makeup with confidence. Tips and techniques to keep your look flattering and on-trend whatever your style. All abilities welcome. Products included.2 weeks Monday Evening or £351 session Saturday Daytime £35

Reiki I - An IntroductionDo you want to improve your world and help those around you? Learn how to channel the energy of Reiki to promote wellbeing, relaxation and positive change. 6 weeks Tuesday Evening £110

Creative WritingCreative Writing - BeginnersStart your creative journey here! Find inspiration to write lively and engaging poems, short stories, novels or screenplays. You will explore the basic tools necessary for you to begin producing your own pieces of work. Ink will flow. Material will emerge. Stories will be written.8 weeks Monday or Wednesday Evening £89

Creative Writing - Next StepsKeep your creative spark alight! Attempt a lengthier, more detailed work of creative writing. We will journey a little further in to discover the richer and more imaginative tones of storytelling. Come and join a supportive atmosphere and discover your own literary worlds.8 weeks Wednesday Evening £95

Creative Writing: Magical Personalised Story Book Would you like to create a story book for yourself or a loved one? Spend the day with a former picture book editor and see what magic you can create. 1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Creative Writing: Writing for Children Want to write for children? This workshop offers you the chance to try your hand at all age ranges, from picture book to teens, and find out about getting published too. Free your imagination and let the inner child unlock magical words and create tales of adventure.1 session Saturday Daytime £39

Flash Fiction - Beginners NEWIf you’ve always wanted to have a go at writing stories for publication but never had the time, why not try Flash? Flash Fiction describes any fictional work of extreme brevity. It’s a great way to get into creative writing because there’s always time to dash out a Flash!5 weeks Wednesday Daytime £56

Flash Fiction - Next Steps NEWYou will develop your favourite flashes learning how to edit for flow and consistency and to make every word of your teeny-weeny fictions count. We will also explore the dynamic world of flash - its leading litzines, e-zines and anthologies, with a view to polishing and submitting your work.5 weeks Wednesday Daytime £56

DowsingCreate your own dowser and learn how to use it for guidance, finding things and checking for some food intolerances. Materials included.1 session Saturday Daytime £35

Reiki II This level of Reiki is regarded as professional practitioner status and is a desired qualification for those wishing to work as a Reiki therapist treating the public. 6 weeks Tuesday Evening £110

General Interest

Brew your own Craft Beer NEWHave you ever made beer using an off-the-shelf kit and wondered why it never tastes like the beer in the pub? Would you like to know how to make high quality beers using malted barley, hops and yeast? If you enjoy building things at home, or in the shed or garage, this course is definitely for you! With some initial outlay on equipment and ingredients, and a practical DIY mind, you too can make any style of beer you want, at home!6 weeks Wednesday Evening £79

Beekeeping - BeginnersLearn how to set up your own apiary, care for a colony of bees and extract honey. You will gain practical experience of handling bees. Book early as this course is only available once.6 weeks Wednesday Evening £79

Investments - An Introduction NEWHave you been afraid to invest because of all the jargon? Do you want to get to know some investment basics? This course will help you develop an essential understanding of investments, starting with simple concepts such as the time value of money before moving on to cover the main types of risk, and the different types of retail investment products (savings, shares, bonds and funds) and how tax can affect decisions.8 weeks Monday Evening £89

Course dates and times can be found on our website www.aclearning.org.uk or call us on 01480 495717 for further details

Science and Religion - The Great Debate Interested in the Big Ideas? Come and join what is arguably the hottest popular debate of present times. God, science and the nature of the Universe will be discussed and debated, by you, in an atmosphere of open mindedness and free thinking.5 weeks Tuesday Evening £65

Car Maintenance Basics - Bring your own CarKeep your car on the road. You will learn how to deal with a puncture, change a light bulb, check the oil, water, battery, brakes, clutch and drive belts, all on your own car. This will give you valuable knowledge which could save you lots of money in repair and recovery bills!1 session Saturday Daytime £25

Astronomy and the StarDome Planetarium - Back by Popular Demand! Embark on a journey of discovery about our solar system including a visit to the planetarium. Be introduced to telescopes and observing and find out how stars live and die. End the session seeing how 3000 stars appear in a perfect night sky and trace constellation patterns, find star clusters, galaxies and planets in the planetarium. Book early as this workshop is only available once. 1 session Saturday Daytime £39

PsychologyWhy do people behave the way they do? Before being limited by ethical guidelines, some psychologists conducted research that would not be allowed today. The results still give us pause for thought and offer insights into the inner world of the ordinary person.8 weeks Monday Evening £89

The Psychology of PersuasionFrom the power of advertising to the mind control of cults: In our high-tech world of mass-communication we are constantly bombarded with messages and information. Find out how psychology influences the presentation of information which manipulates our beliefs and controls our behaviour.8 weeks Monday Evening £89

Psychology of the Self NEWPsychology of the Self looks at how, as individuals, we experience our inner world and operate in the outside world in relation to those around us. Various approaches are used including revealing your inner self through dilemmas, psychological tests and quizzes together with the objective, supporting theory.8 weeks Monday Evening £89

eBay 1 - Beginners’ Buying on eBayIf you like a bargain and want to be part of the largest bargain website there is, then this introductory course is for you! We help you set up your account and teach you how to shop for new and second-hand items on eBay.1 session Wednesday Evening or Saturday Daytime £19

eBay 2 - Beginners’ Selling on eBayAre you looking to dejunk, clear out your loft or just move on a few small items and make some money? You will learn how to take advantage of the power of eBay. We recommend attendance on eBay1 for maximum benefit. 1 session Wednesday Evening or Saturday Daytime £19

Counselling - An IntroductionThinking of a career in counselling or simply interested in finding out more? This introductory course provides a solid grounding in counselling and listening techniques that can benefit you in your professional or personal life.10 weeks Monday Evening £110

History: Life in Pompeii and HerculaneumWould you like to know what life in ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum was like? Then join us for short talks, photos and videos. Tea/coffee and biscuits included.1 session Saturday Daytime FREE

History: Shopping through the Centuries NEWLike it or loathe it, shopping is an important economic and social activity, central to who we are and how we relate to each other. But how did we get from swapping stone hand axes to online shopping? We will take you on a whistle-stop tour through the History of Shopping, from St Ives’ medieval markets to the present day. Your speaker will bring along artefacts from The Norris Museum for you to handle. Tea/coffee and biscuits included.1 session Wednesday Evening £5

History: The Radiant Art of Stained Glass NEWLearn about the unique art of stained glass, its history and stylistic development from the medieval period to the present day. Your speaker, the curator of Ely’s Stained Glass Museum, will illustrate the presentation with examples from their collection and reveal the little-known treasure to be found there. Tea/coffee and biscuits included.1 session Wednesday Evening £5

History: Roman Curse Tables NEWCurse tablets were private messages, never to be read, to the gods who controlled all things; over 300 have been recovered from Roman Britain. These curses from Britain are unique in the entire Roman world and give a small but vital window into real-life problems 1900 years ago – problems not so different from ours today! From the petty theft of a humble ring, to unrequited love, the curse tablets from Roman Britain are the real Romans, warts and all. Tea/coffee and biscuits included.1 session Saturday Daytime £5

Understanding Dog Behaviour Happy dogs make happy homes! Our Understanding Dog Behaviour course will help you help your dog. Learn how to respond to, and communicate with, your dog, how to overcome basic behavioural problems and find out about different breeds of dog and their individual requirements. Suitable for dog owners or anyone thinking of getting a dog. Book early as this course is only available once. 4 weeks Tuesday Evening £49

Social Media for BeginnersFind out how the most popular social media platforms can help you connect with the world from home, your local coffee shop, library and even the guided bus! Learn how to interact with others online via social media using Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram, and how to protect your privacy, FaceTime your friends and family, post comments and write a blog. 4 weeks Wednesday Evening £39

First AidGreat value! Learn how to offer effective emergency treatment before professional help arrives. Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate available at additional cost if desired.1 session Saturday Daytime £59

First Aid Baby and ChildBe confident that you would know what to do in an emergency. First Aid Baby and Child is an essential course for parents, babysitters, carers and anyone who looks after children in the home. Includes a Paediatric First Aid book to take home.1 session Monday Evening £25

Sign Language - An Introduction Absolute beginners are invited to join us to learn the basics of British Sign Language, including finger spelling and basic conversation. Book early as this course is only available once.10 weeks Wednesday Evening £99

Emergency First Aid at WorkGreat value! This one day course covers the skills required to be awarded the Emergency First Aid at Work qualification. 1 session Saturday Daytime £69

CV Writing FREEThis workshop will provide you with the skills, information and knowledge you need to produce an effective and professional CV. You will learn how to create a CV incorporating your skills and experience, how to prepare effective and tailored CVs for different jobs and gain knowledge of the different CV resources which are available. Ideal for those looking to gain confidence and get into work or move on from their current job. Interview Skills workshop also available.1 session Monday Daytime or Evening FREE

Interview Skills FREEThis workshop will provide you with the knowledge and skills to perform to the best of your ability in an interview situation. Ideal for those looking to gain confidence and get into work or move on from their current job. CV Writing workshop also available.1 session Monday Daytime or Tuesday Evening FREE

Bridge for Beginners Bridge is the fascinating game for all. Expand your social circle, make new friends and learn a game for life. Daytime sessions take place at Hartford Village Hall.10 weeks Monday Daytime or Tuesday Evening £99

Concessionary Fees - At time of writing concessionary fees are available if you are an unemployed person in receipt of Universal Credit, income based Job Seekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance in the Work Related Activity Group. Proof of status is required at time of booking.

Small Group Tuition - If too few learners enrol on a course, then in order to avoid the disappointment of cancellation it may be possible to run with a small group by adjusting the length of course or fee, subject to the agreement of all learners. This option would be discussed with participants at or following the first lesson.

Refunds - We only give refunds where we cancel or substantially alter a course. However a refund will be allowed if you cancel your place at least 10 term-time working days before the course start date.

Severe Weather - In the event of severe weather please check our website or listen to our answerphone for up-to-date information on course cancellations.

Insurance - We are not able to accept responsibility for loss of or damage to personal property on the school premises. Vehicles enter and are parked on the premises at owners’ risk.

Hire of Premises - We have a teaching area available for hire, daytime, evenings and weekends. Please contact the Adult Learning and Skills office on 01480 495717.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in this brochure is accurate, we cannot guarantee this. We reserve the right to change course content or withdraw a course from offer. All fees quoted are subject to change.

Cambridgeshire County Council Adult Learning and Skills service supports a wide range of adult learning opportunities across Cambridgeshire. Search our website www.cambals.co.uk for details of our learning opportunities in Cambridgeshire or www.cambridgeshire.net for opportunities delivered by our partners.

Safeguarding Arrangements have been made to make sure that you are safe in this centre. If you feel you are not safe for any reason, for example through verbal or physical abuse or you have been discriminated against, please tell your tutor or the centre manager, who will investigate to ensure your safety.

Equality and Diversity We are fully committed to equality of opportunity and welcome enrolments from everyone. We positively encourage all learners with any concerns about specific needs which might affect their learning to discuss their requirements with us in confidence. We believe that everyone is entitled to learn in an environment that is free from discriminatory behaviour so that we build a community based on mutual trust and respect. We will do our best to ensure that resources and equipment are accessible to all and make reasonable adjustments to ensure that all learners can access activities.

Support for you Further support, advice and specific courses are available for people with disabilities. Contact 01223 703530.

Careers Guidance Careers guidance support is available to all learners. The National Careers Service provides advice on all aspects of learning and work. Careers advice can be accessed via the support lineTel: 0800 100 900 and through the website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk For further information please contact Huntingdon Adult Learning and Skills Centre:HuntsALS@cambridgeshire.gov.uk or 01480 372736.

Term Dates 2017/2018Autumn 18 September - 19 December Half Term 23 October - 27 OctoberSpring 15 January - 29 March Half Term 12 February - 16 FebruarySummer 23 April - 24 July Half Term 28 May - 1 June

How to BookBook and Pay online at www.aclearning.org.uk

Telephone: 01480 495717 or 01480 375308Email: acloffice@stivoschool.org Text: 07710 617191

Adult Learning and SkillsSt Ivo School, High Leys, St Ives,

Cambs PE27 6RR01480 495717 01480 375308

acloffice@stivoschool.orgwww.aclearning.org.uk

Saturday Courses 2017/2018Why not come along to one of our exciting Saturday workshops where

you will have the opportunity to learn something new or improve an existing skill?Dates for the coming academic year are

2017 - 14 October 18 November 2 December2018 - 27 January 3 March 19 May 16 June

Some of our NEW courses 2017/2018Art for Starters, Assertiveness, Brew your own Craft Beer

Botanical Watercolour workshops, Handcrafted Sausage RollsFamilies in the Kitchen: Pizza, Cupcakes, Advanced Cookery

Bistro Cookery, Contemporary Vegetarian Cookery, Curry House FavouritesFirst Time Cook, Strawberry Jam and Scones, Indian Thali, Italian Trattoria

Flash Fiction, Sleep Better, Indian Dance, Introduction to InvestmentsMakeup and Nails - Beach Beautiful, Worry Less, Therapy through Nature

Christmas Appliqué, Machine Quilting, Make a Coat for your DogZips and Piping, Advanced Machine Sewing Skills, Love your Overlocker

History: Roman Curse Tablets, Shopping through the CenturiesThe Radiant Art of Stained Glass, Fresh Flower Arranging

Photography: Using an External Flash, Using Flash for Better Portraits

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