Summer 2013 adult learning guide by Southwark Council

Southwark Council’s adult and family learning and skills serviceworking with Southwark people to create a fairer future for all.

Come and join your learning community to

■ Build skills

■ Progress into work

■ Help your children achieve

■ Enjoy your creativity

In the last three years more than 10,000 local people achieved their learning goals. Join them.

“Learners’ success is good, both on courses for qualifications and on those for social and personal development” Ofsted, 2012

Contact us

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: adult.learning@southwark.gov.uk

Visit:www.southwark.gov.uk/adultlearning

Address:Thomas Calton Centre

Alpha Street

Peckham SE15 4NX

Courses are delivered from venues across the borough including the main centre – Thomas Calton Centre, libraries and several children’s centres. Please talk to the team leader to find a venue near you.

Basic skills and employability (computing and CV, interview prep) – Lynda Brown

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: lynda.brown@southwark.gov.uk

Employability (customer service) – Sheila Reed

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: sheila.reed@southwark.gov.uk

Work-related (health and social care programmes) – Kathryn Gurner

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: kathryn.gurner@southwark.gov.uk

Creative, leisure and health

Art and ceramics – Rebecca Cresswell

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: rebecca.cresswell@southwark.gov.uk

Creative writing – Kate Bagnall

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: kate.bagnall@southwark.gov.uk

Fashion and textiles – Sheila Reed

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: sheila.reed@southwark.gov.uk

Woodwork, upholstery and interiors – Angela Wilson

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: angela.wilson@southwark.gov.uk

Fitness and wellbeing – Kathryn Gurner

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: kathryn.gurner@southwark.gov.uk

Family learning

Kate Bagnall

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: kate.bagnall@southwark.gov.uk

“Quality improvement and SALS’ self-assessment of its own strengths and areas for improvement are good.” Ofsted, 2012

Enrol now

Enrolment for summer term 2013 courses is now open. Come along to Thomas Calton Centre and sign up.

■ You’ll need to see a member of curriculum staff and pay any course fees to secure your place. Please bring proof of identity with you to enrol, see page 30 for full details.

■ Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm

■ Monday or Wednesday evening from 6pm to 8pm (term times). Call 020 7358 2100 for more information.

Fees

Fees for each course are shown in the course listings, course fees, exam fees and materials fees are due on enrolment. The standard fee for new learners not receiving active means tested benefits is £3.90 per hour, the concessionary fee for new learners is £1.55 per hour and the cost recovery fee for learners enrolling on a second or subsequent courses is £5.50 per hour. All students (except those on basic skills and family learning classes), pay an annual non-refundable registration fee of £5.

Special offer

Returning learners who introduce a new learner (a learner who has not attended a course this academic year) to any course starting in the summer term can have 10% off their own returning fee. Please note you will need to enrol together and complete the application form to qualify for the discounted fee.

No cost to learner

From 2012/13 learners who meet certain criteria will not have to pay any fees for some courses.

These are

■ Those studying basic skills literacy and numeracy courses and family learning programmes.

■ Those who are on active benefits or wider offer to the unemployed will not have to pay any fees to study ESOL, vocational qualification courses full level 2 qualification courses or other level 2 courses.

■ For learners who are not on active benefits or wider offer to the unemployed, those aged 19 to 23 (but who are not on active benefits) who are studying vocational qualification courses, their first full level 2 qualification course (excluding ESOL) will not have to pay any fees.

Concessionary fees

People receiving the following benefits are eligible for a concessionary rate

■ Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) or

■ Employment and Support Allowance in the Work Related Activity Group (ESA WRAG)

■ Council tax benefit

■ Housing benefit

■ Income support

■ Working tax credit

■ Pension credit

■ Contribution-based ESA

■ Unwaged dependent on one of the above

Learners aged 60 and over are only eligible for a concessionary fee if they are also receiving one of the benefits listed above. Please bring proof of benefit or entitlement with you when you enrol, we can not accept freedom travel passes as proof of eligibility.

Crèche

Our OFSTED registered creche is available for children aged six months to four and a half years, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm, at £6 per hour plus a small contribution for refreshments. Full payment must be made in advance.

Contact: Naseema Syed

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: naseema.syed@southwark.gov.uk

Basic skills course advice and enrolment

To get advice and to enrol on courses for ICT, reading, writing, maths, and English you need to attend one of our advice and skills check sessions. You will need to bring proof that you are eligible to join the class with you to the skills check, see page 30.

Call 020 7358 2100 to make an appointment.

■ English (ESOL) skills check: Wednesdays, 10am and 1pm

■ Literacy skills check: Wednesdays, 1pm

■ Numeracy skills check: Wednesdays, 1pm

Additional skills check assessments are taking place during enrolment weeks. Please call 020 7348 2100 for more details.

Family learning

Enjoy learning with your children and grandchildren. Help them do well at school. Support them to achieve more and progress more yourself. Courses run in a variety of venues across the borough including schools, children’s centres, libraries and voluntary organisations.

Contact: Kate Bagnall, family learning manager

Tel: 020 7358 2100

Email: kate.bagnall@southwark.gov.uk

Disclaimer: Southwark Council reserves the right to make changes to published details. All courses, dates and fees may be subject to change. Courses may be cancelled without prior notice as a result of funding changes or low demand. To avoid disappointment please confirm course availability and costs before enrolling.

Summer term courses

Basic skills –English for speakers of other languages

ESOL entry 1. This is a short course for beginners who speak, read and write a little already. You will be able to improve your skills and prepare for the Entry 1 reading exam.

ESOL Entry 2. You will develop your speaking skills, improve your reading and writing and learn more about spelling, punctuation and grammar.

ESOL for Everyday Life. This is a course for beginners who speak, read and write a little already. You will be able to improve your communication skills and confidence.

ESOL Entry 3. This is a short course for learners who wish to improve their writing skills to help find a better job. You will be able to improve your skills and prepare for the Entry 1 Reading exam.

ESOL Level 1. This is a short evening course for improved ESOL learners who would benefit from pronunciation and more fluent speaking skills to support employment opportunities and social speaking skills.

Basic skills –reading and writing

Reading and writing skills. for Job Seekers at Entry level.

Literacy Entry 2. On this course you will read and write short pieces of texts, learn more about spelling and punctuation and improve your speaking skills. You will work towards an Entry 2 certificate.

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Canada Water Library

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1pm to 3pm 10am

10am to 12noon 1pm to 3pm 10am to 12noon 5.30pm to 8.30pm 10am to 12noon 1pm to 3pm

Free if on active benefits, £187 standard, £74 concession, £264 repeat

Free, if on active benefits, £78 standard, £31 concession, £110 repeat

Free if on active benefits, £187 standard, £74 concession, £264 repeat

Free if on active benefits, £46.80 standard, £18.60 concession, £66 repeat

Basic skills –reading and writing continued

Literacy Entry 3. Improve your reading and writing by learning how to plan your work, start to use paragraphs and read different kinds of texts and answer questions. You will work towards an Entry 3 certificate.

English Level 1 functional skills. This course will prepare you for reading and writing exams plus assessments in spoken communication.

English Level 2 functional skills. This course will prepare you for the more advanced reading and writing exams plus assessments in spoken communication.

Basic skills –numbers and maths

Numeracy at Entry 2. Build your confidence and knowledge in numeracy and focus on the skills you will need to practise to be successful at this level.

Mathematics: Get ready for functional skills at Level 1. Learn skills which are useful in vocational settings, everyday life and the world of work.

Mathematics: Functional skills at Level 1. Learn skills which are useful in vocational settings, everyday life and the world of work.

Mathematics: Functional Skills Level 2. Learn more advanced skills which are useful in vocational settings, everyday life and the world of work.

Maths for work. A short summer course at Entry 3, customised to the office working environment.

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Tuesday, Friday Monday, Tuesday Monday, Tuesday Wednesday Monday Friday Monday, Friday Wednesday 9am to 11am 1pm to 3pm 10am to 12noon 1pm to 3pm 10am to 12noon 9am to 11am 9am to 12noon 1pm to 3pm 1pm to 3pm and 10am to 12noon 1pm to 3pm

16/4/13 16/4/13 15/4/13 15/4/13 16/4/13 20/5/13 24/5/13 15/4/13 3/7/13

Employability - computing

Make IT work for you. In this accredited functional ICT entry level course, you will learn essential computer skills. This is ideal for people who want to return to work or learn general office applications. The course covers; how to use email applications, efficient searches on the Internet, using templates, creating/editing/formatting word documents and spreadsheets.

Employability - customer service

Customer care certificate for English speakers of other languages. This accredited course in customer care covers good service practise, handling complaints and recognising body language. The course will place emphasis on spoken English, telephone skills and note taking. There is no exam. A certificate is awarded on satisfactory completion of course work. This is a recognised course accredited by the English Tourist Board. Entry Level 3 literacy is a minimum requirement. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee.

City & Guilds Award in customer service for hospitality, travel and tourism. Gain a Level 2 Award in supervising customer service performance. Course covers the importance of customer needs, the role of the individual in delivery of customer service and the importance to the organisation in providing excellent customer service. The course is aimed at those re-entering employment or those already in a customer service and/or a hospitality role. Delivered one day a week for four weeks. Week five concludes with a short exam. We advise that learners have a minimum Level 1 in literacy in order to enter the exam. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee.

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24/4/13 26/4/13 7/6/13

£117 standard / £46.50 concession / £165 repeat

Free for people on JSA or

£58.50 standard

£23.25 concession

£83.25 repeat

Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

Free for people on JSA or £58.50 standard

£23.25 concession

£82.50 repeat

Exam fee £17.50 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

Employability - customer service continued

Customer Service Award in Disability awareness (welcome all). This is a fast track accredited course taken over two days in one week. The course covers disability awareness in the workplace and in service industries. It looks at the Equalities Act, improving accessibility for customers, customer service guidance on a range of sensory, mobility and learning disabilities. This course is for people and/or companies who wish to enhance the service quality for customers with disabilities and specific needs. There is no exam. A certificate is awarded on satisfactory completion of coursework and course is accredited by the English Tourist Board. Level 1 literacy is a minimum requirement. Limited places, book early through Thomas Calton Centre to avoid disappointment. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee. Customer Service Award (welcome host) Adult Learners week promotional offer. An accredited course in customer care that covers good service practise, handling complaints and recognising body language. There is no exam. A certificate is awarded on satisfactory completion of a course workbook. This is a recognised course accredited by the English Tourist Board. Level 1 literacy is a minimum requirement. Limited places, book early through Thomas Calton Centre to avoid disappointment. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee.

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CS512 Thursday, Friday Thursday, Friday Wednesday, Thursday 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm

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18/4/13 11/7/13 22/5/13

Free for people on JSA or

£35.10 standard

£13.95 concession

£49.95 repeat Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

Free for people on JSA or £35.10 standard

£13.95 concession

£49.95 repeat Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

Free for people on JSA or special half price offer

£17.55 standard

£6.97 concession £24.97 repeat Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.) 1 1 1

Employability - customer service continued

Customer Service Award (welcome host). An accredited course that covers good service practise, handling complaints and recognising body language. There is no exam. A certificate is awarded on satisfactory completion of a course workbook. This is a recognised course accredited by the English Tourist Board. Level 1 literacy is a minimum requirement. Limited places, book early. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee.

Weekend WorkshopCustomer Service Award (Welcome Host).An accredited course in customer care that covers good service practise, handling complaints and recognising body language. There is no exam. A certificate is awarded on satisfactory completion of course workbook. This is a recognised course accredited by the English Tourist Board. level 1 literacy is a minimum requirement. Limited places, book early. Please bring proof of JSA if claiming Nil fee.

Peckham LibraryTBC*

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Work related - childcare programmes

Childcare for beginners. For people who have no previous experience of working in a childcare setting and have no childcare qualifications.

CACHE Level 1 Award in an Introduction to Early Years Settings. An essential course to gain knowledge needed to undertake a level 2 course in childcare. The course cover topics such as; The value of play for babies and young children, Management and organisation in an early years setting plus optional units.

Introduction to child minding CACHE Level 3 Understand how to set up a home based childcare service.

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10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 12noon 10am to 3pm 10am to 12noon

17/7/13 8/6/13 23/4/13 22/4/13

Free for people on JSA or £35.10 standard

£13.95 concession

£49.95 repeat

Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

Free for people on JSA or £35.10 standard

£13.95 concession

£49.95 repeat

Workbook/ Certificate fee £20 (refunded through hardship fund for people on benefits.)

25/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

Free to those on JSA or £198.90 standard / £79.05 concession / £280.50 repeat

£78 standard / £31 concessions / £110 repeat

Work related - health and social care programmes

NEW Anatomy and Physiology - an introduction.

A basic introduction to the anatomy and physiology of the main body systems. Suitable for those with a general interest and those taking their first steps towards work in this area. Please note this is a non-accredited course – internal certificates will be awarded.

CIEH Food Safety in Catering Level 2. Essential for anyone wishing to gain knowledge and understanding of the preparation and serving of safe food. The course programme enables employers to meet the legal requirements for all food handlers to receive basic food hygiene awareness (fees include examination fee and course booklet).

Health and Social Care - an Introduction. This course provides an introduction to the basic skills required for anyone wishing to work in health and social care, including health and safety at work, monitoring vital signs, reading charts, scales and measures, diets, and personal hygiene. Please note this is a non-accredited course – internal certificates will be awarded.

Introduction to teaching exercise to music. This course provides a simple introduction to the practical requirements of an accredited course in teaching exercise to music (OCR or similar). Come and see if you have what it takes to plan and deliver an exercise class. This course will help you progress to an accredited course in teaching exercise to music. Please note this is a nonaccredited course – internal certificates will be awarded.

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10am to 1pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 5.45pm to 8.45pm 5.45pm to 8.45pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 12noon

13/5/13 8/6/13 8/5/13 17/6/13 27/6/13 24/4/13 5/6/13

£58.50 standard / £23.25 concession / £82.50 repeat

£48.10 standard / £26.95 concession / £62.50 repeat

£48.10 standard / £26.95 concession / £62.50 repeat £48.10 standard / £26.95 concession / £62.50 repeat

£48.10 standard / £26.95 concession / £62.50 repeat

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat £78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

Creative, leisure and health - art and ceramics

Therapeutic Art (day). Working with a trained art psychotherapist, students will be helped to cope with depression, anxiety and difficulties with discussing issues with family and friends.

Therapeutic Art (evening). Working with a trained art psychotherapist, students will be helped to cope with depression, anxiety and difficulties with discussing issues with family and friends.

Pottery (evening). Learn how to make tiles, bowls, vases in clay. Learn how to decorate the surface of clay using glazes and texture. Pottery can be a therapeutic hobby and leaning new skills can help with confidence.

Pottery Short course. Tile making

Pottery. Learn how to make tiles, bowls, vases in clay. Learn how to decorate the surface of clay using glazes and texture. Pottery can be a therapeutic hobby and leaning new skills can help with confidence.

AC537

Portrait modelling in clay. This course teaches modelling skills using clay nad is taught by Jola Spytkowska.

Bird, animal and plant sculptures in clay. This course teaches modelling skills using clay and is taught by local artist Mali De Silva. Long pose life painting. Learn how to paint from a model, enjoy long poses. This course can be used to build a body of work for an exhibition or to apply to a degree level course.

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1pm to 3.30pm 6.30pm to 9pm 6.30pm to 9pm 6.30pm to 9pm 10am to 1pm 10am to 1pm 10am to 1pm 1.30pm to 3.30pm 10am to 1pm 1.15pm to 4.15pm 10am to 1pm 12noon to 3pm

£31 conc / £110 repeat £117 standard / £46.50 conc / £165 repeat £58.50 standard /

Creative, leisure and health - art and ceramics continued

Marathon life drawing. Learn how to draw from the model, with long poses using pencils , charcoal etc. This course will increase confidence with drawing, it is taught by Luke Jones and Rebecca Allen.

Life drawing. Learn how to draw from the model, with long and short poses using pencils, charcoal etc. This course will increase confidence with drawing, it is taught by Rebecca Allen.

Still life drawing and painting. Working from still life arrangements you will learn how to use colour and line. This course can be used to build a body of work for an exhibition or for a portfolio to apply for a degree course. This course will help increase confidence in talking about work and is taught by Sheila Hardy.

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Creative, leisure and health - art history

NEW London Explorers. Are you interested in London's history and culture? Why not join others to share common interests. We are seeking members to establish an explorers group that will meet once a month to plan walks, talks, visits and activities. The group will be facilitated by a qualified tour guide and experienced tutor. If you are interested we invite you to the founding meeting to discuss and plan a programme of activities for the summer term.

Canada Water Library

conc / £165 repeat Nil fee for 1st meeting. Nominal membership and activity fees will apply if group is established.

Creative, leisure and health - creative writing

Creative writing for beginners. The emphasis will be writing which explores aspects of your lives and experiences. Pieces of work are generated from simple accessible writing activities which are shared in a friendly and supportive environment.

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Creative, leisure and health - fashion and textiles

Craft studio. Workshop programme for people with learning support needs. Explores a variety of crafts including card making, wool-crafts, textiles, garment and accessory embellishment. Course also promotes social enterprise through costing and marketing of products.

Knitting, crochet and woolcrafts. Suitable for beginners. The course covers basic techniques for hand knitting and crochet. How to read patterns, casting off, casting on, decreasing, increasing and creating patterns. An introduction to the craft of felt making will also be included.

Remodel, recycle and repair. Discover ways to personalise your clothes. Bring new life to those neglected garments in your wardrobe. Turn that retro find into a modern masterpiece. No experience required just bring your garments and ideas. Fashion Workshop. Suitable for those with some sewing experience. Bring your ideas and try them out with experienced technical support and tutoring. Explore design, sewing, making patterns, applying detail, remodelling or altering. Work on your own project at your own pace.

Sewing machine techniques. Suitable for beginners. The course covers basic sewing skills required to make garments or items of soft furnishing. Sample a variety of seams and seam finishes. Learn to control fullness, make gathers, tucks and sew darts. Put in zips and make buttonholes, turn hems and how to apply decorative detail.

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3pm 10am to 12noon 7pm to 9pm 10am to 1pm 10am to 12noon

15/4/13 15/4/13 15/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

22/4/13

17/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

£117 standard / £46.50 concession / £165 repeat

16/4/13

standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

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Creative, leisure and health - fashion and textiles continued

Pattern making. How to measure a body, draft standard and personal blocks and make design changes to the pattern blocks. You will learn how to make basic skirt patterns and or trouser patterns. How to add design detail such as pockets and yokes. Also included is how to draft a bodice block and move the bodice darts, change necklines and add collars to create new styles. Some sewing experience would be useful.

Decorative sewing and creative textiles. The course explores basic techniques for machine embroidery, patchwork and appliqué. Create an original textile piece and use it to make a unique work of art or item for your home or wardrobe.

Cushions and curtains. This covers how to use a sewing machine and carry out basic techniques required to make cushion and curtains. Sample lined and unlined curtains and learn to attach heading tapes. Design and make an original cushion from your own fabric. Explore trimming techniques and options for cushion openings. Suitable for beginners.

Modern patchwork textiles. Explore traditional and machine fabric piecing to create modern wall hangings, quilts, craft items, throws, cushions and collectables.

Soft doll making - an introduction. Design, make and dress a unique heir loom doll. Course covers templates, hand embroidering features and making doll costumes.

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to 9pm 10am to 12.30pm 1pm to 3pm 10am to 12noon

16/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

24/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

18/4/13

£97.50 standard / £38.75 concession / £137.50 repeat

18/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

19/4/13

£78 standard / £31 concession / £110 repeat

Creative, leisure and health - fashion and textiles continued

Pattern making (Saturday workshop) an introduction.

How to measure a body, draft standard and personal blocks and make design changes to the pattern blocks. You will learn how to make basic skirt patterns and or trouser patterns. How to add design detail such as pockets and yokes. Some sewing experience would be useful.

Sewing summer workshop

Suitable for beginners. Covers basic sewing skills required to make garments or items of soft furnishing. Sample a variety of seams and seam finishes. Learn to control fullness, make gathers, tucks and sew darts. Put in zips and make buttonholes, turn hems and even learn how to apply decorative detail.

Pattern making summer workshop. Learn how to measure a body, draft standard and personal blocks and make design changes to the pattern blocks. You will learn how to make basic skirt patterns and or trouser patterns. How to add design detail such as pockets and yokes. Some sewing experience would be useful.

Sewing and pattern making. Combine both summer workshops.

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Creative, leisure and health - woodwork, upholstery and interiors

Interior design. Learn the basic rules of interior design, understand the use of colours and materials. Work on your own project and design your space.

Lampshade and cushion making. Learn to make bespoke lampshades - traditional silk lined and contemporary firm that co-ordinate with your home. Then design and make your own unique cushion covers. A charge is made for frames and fabrics.

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Tuesday, Wednesday Saturday Wednesday 10am to 3.30pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 3pm 10am to 4pm 6.30pm to 9pm

Creative, leisure and health - woodwork, upholstery and interiors continued

Lampshade making. Learn to make bespoke lampshadestraditional silk lined and contemporary firm that co-ordinate with your home. A charge is made for frames and fabrics.

Make a planter and /or window box. Students will learn, in the four weeks, how to use basic woodworking tools to make a planter/tub for a garden. There is a materials charge of approximately £15 for the planter and £10 for the window box, but exact costs depend on wood and sizes chosen.

Picture framing. Learn how to make your own frames. Initially students should bring along a 10cm x15cm (4"x6") picture or photo for framing. A charge is made for wood, perspex and accessories; which will be approximately £20 for two frames.

Upholstery. Learn the basic aspects of upholstery, including: safe use of hand tools and equipment, stripping a chair, webbing and fabric measuring. New students should bring along a small item of furniture to begin their learning e.g. a ‘drop-in' seat or a simple stool. All projects must be approved by the tutor at enrolment. Charges are made for materials used and students provide their own top fabric. No prior experience is necessary.

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6.30pm to 9pm 10am to 4pm 6.30pm to 9pm 12noon to 3pm 12noon to 3pm 6.30pm to 9pm 6.30pm to 9pm 6.30pm to 9pm 10am to 12.30pm 1pm to 3.30pm

£48.75 standard / £19.38 concession / £68.75 repeat

£42.90 standard / £17.05 concession / £60.50 repeat

£48.75 standard / £19.38 concession / £68.75 repeat

£46.80 standard/ £18.60 concession / £66 repeat

£48.75 standard / £19.38 concession / £68.75 repeat

£97.50 standard / £38.75 concession / £137.50 repeat

Creative, leisure and health - woodwork, upholstery and interiors continued

Woodcarving. Explore the sculptural possibilities of wood through carving. Discover the properties of different woods, using them to make abstract or figurative work. Beginners and more experienced students work alongside each other in a supportive workshop environment. Students are encouraged to work at their own pace. Students will learn to identify, select and prepare wood(s) for carving; how to use and care for carving tools. Some wood/logs are provided and tools are available for beginners.

Woodwork. Learn to use basic tools, such as saws and chisels to make and understand the different joints used to make items. Once these techniques have been grasped, use them to plan and make your own project.

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Creative, leisure and health - health and wellbeing

Singing for all.* This is for anyone who has ever felt they may have a voice. You do not need to read music or to have sung before. This course will include exercises for breathing and vocal skills, group singing to build confidence and selfpresentation and the option to perform something solo should you feel brave enough. Free taster session, Tuesday 9 April, from 1.30pm to 3pm.

NEW first steps to fitness.* For those wishing to join a fitness class for the first time. Come and have some fun while learning how to mobilise, stretch and strengthen the body and improve confidence and wellbeing. Free taster session, Friday 12 April, from 10am to 11.30am.

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6.30pm to 9pm 10pm to 1pm 10am to 4pm 6.30pm to 9pm 10am to 1pm 6.30pm to 9pm 1.30pm to 3pm 10am to 11.30am

£97.50 standard / £38.75 concession / £137.50 repeat £117 standard / £46.50 concession / £165 repeat £42.90 standard / £17.05 concession / £60.50 repeat £97.50 standard /

concession / £137.50 repeat £117 standard / £46.50 concession / £165 repeat £97.50 standard / £38.75 concession / £137.50 repeat £58.50 standard / £23.25 concession / £82.50 repeat £58.50 standard / £23.25 concession / £82.50 repeat

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Fitness for health. This course provides instruction for people wishing to improve their fitness to help manage their own health and is particularly suitable for older learners. Classes are held in a warm and friendly atmosphere where learners are encouraged to try a variety of ways to keep fit and active.

Pilates. Learn how to stretch, strengthen and balance the body, to develop good posture and improve general well-being.

Pilates (General).* Stretch, strengthen and balance the body, to develop good posture and improve general well-being.

Free taster session, Thursday 11 April 10am to 11.30am.

Pilates for beginners.* Learn how to stretch, strengthen and balance the body, to develop good posture and improve general well-being. Free taster session, Monday 8 April 1.15pm to 2.45pm.

NEWstress-busting pilates.* For anyone wishing to use Pilates-based exercise to help relieve stresses and strains and to encourage relaxation and rejuvenation of the mind and body. Suitable for all levels of fitness and experience.

Free taster session, Tuesday 9 April 12noon to 1pm.

Yoga-stretch.* Using a blend of traditional yoga moves and gentle stretches this course introduces learners to techniques for improving flexibility, strength and stamina with a focus on breathing and relaxation. Free taster session, Wednesday 10 April 8.30am to 9.30am.

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10am to 11am 9.30am to 10.30am 10am to 11.30am 1.15pm to 2.45pm 12noon to 1pm 8.30am to 9.30am

Creative, leisure and health - health and wellbeing continued

Breakfast yoga. Using a blend of traditional yoga moves and gentle stretches this course introduces learners to techniques for improving flexibility, strength and stamina with a focus on breathing and relaxation. Includes a free smoothie

Tap dance for beginners. Have some fun while developing your sense of rhythm and style and learn some basic tap technique at the same time. Tap shoes not essential - any shoes with a hard sole and a low heel will do just fine.

NEW Tap dance for improvers. Have some fun while developing your sense of rhythm and style and learn some basic tap technique at the same time. Tap shoes not essentialany shoes with a hard sole and a low heel will do just fine. Suitable for those with some experience of tap.

Get fit and dance.* Enjoy dancing while you learn how to improve your fitness. Improve stamina, strength, mobility and flexibility. Free taster session, Thursday 11 April 1.15pm to 2.45pm.

Zumba® fitness.* Come and enjoy the latest craze. Latin and world rhythms add flavour and fun to a dance workout which will leave you feeling fantastic. Free taster session, Monday 8 April 12noon to 1pm.

NEW ballet-based fitness.* Learn how to improve stamina, mobility and flexibility using ballet-based exercise and lyrical movement. Suitable for all levels of fitness and experience.

Thomas Calton Centre

6.45pm to 7.45pm 5.45pm to 6.45pm 1.15pm to 2.45pm 7.45pm to 8.45pm 12noon to 1pm 6.30pm to 8pm

£35.10 standard/ £13.95 concession / £49.50 repeat

£39 standard / £15.50 concession / £55.00 repeat

£58.50 standard / £23.25 concession / £82.50 repeat

£39 standard / £15.50 concession / £55.00 repeat

£39 standard / £15.50 concession / £55.00 repeat £58.50 standard / £23.25 concession / £82.50 repeat

Creative, leisure and health - health and wellbeing continued

Creative dance workshop.

Suitable for all levels of experience this course is for anyone who would like to dance for fitness and enjoyment and also develop their creative streak. Learn a variety of dance sequences along with strengthening exercises, stretching and relaxation. Learners will be given the opportunity to use their own choreography and work towards group and/or solo pieces.

Family learning

One world. Have fun with pottery, crafts, story telling, face painting, dance, puppet making, books, games, photography and badge making.

Creative crafts. These sessions are split: the first hour comprises of an activity for parent and child to do together. The second hour of the session is for parents only, working on a more long-term project.

Help your child with ICT. This course gives parents an insight into how ICT is taught in schools and gives adults ideas of fun activities to share with their children and a chance to gain a recognised qualification.

Family fun with computers

This course gives families the opportunity to use ICT to learn how to make cartoons, animations and create other fun digital photographic projects. Suitable for adults and children under five (two max).

Yoga stories. Have fun learning yoga, making animal poses and stretches, suitable for adults and school age children (two max).

Thomas Calton Centre

Thomas Calton Centre Rye Oak CC Rye Oak CC

Thomas Calton Centre

10am to 12pm 1pm to 3.30pm 1pm to 3.30pm 11.30 to 2pm 1pm to 3pm 10am to 12.30pm 4pm to 6pm 3.45pm to 5pm

Family learning continued

Yoga stories. Have fun learning yoga, making animal poses and stretches, suitable for adults and children under five (two max). Arts and crafts for families. Bring your school age children for lots of creative fun.

Family pottery. Have creative fun with clay and your school age child.

Family woodwork. Learn how to design, make and decorate with wood. For adults and school age children-booking essential.

Family Zumba®. Learn the latest fitness craze dancing to Latin and world rhythms for adults and school age children.

Fun with food, film and fitness - a two day course for families. Have fun learning about healthy eating, getting fit and making a film

Help your child with homework. Get support and fun ideas to help your child with English and maths and gain new skills for you.

Up, up and away. Fantastic flying kites and mobiles for adults and school age childrenbooking essential .

Sewing and soft crafts. Design, colour and create crafts and fashions for you and your child. Learn some new skills together for school age and their carers (two children max).

Thomas Calton Centre

Canada Water library

Thomas Calton Centre

Peckham library

Canada Water library

Thomas Calton Centre

1.45 to 3pm 4pm to 6pm 4pm to 6pm 4pm to 6pm 4pm to 6pm 4pm to 6pm 11.30pm to 1.30pm 1pm to 4pm 4pm to 6pm 4pm to 6pm 1pm to 3.30pm 4pm to 6pm

Frequently asked questions

What are the term dates for this year?

Summer term: 15 April 2013 to 31 July 2013.

How can I pay? You can pay by cash, card or cheques made payable to London Borough of Southwark Council. If your course is 20 weeks or longer you can pay in instalments. For courses of 20 to 29 weeks you can pay in two instalments of 50%. For courses of 30 weeks or more you can pay in one 50% instalment and two subsequent 25% instalments. You will need to complete a payment option form to qualify for instalment payments. You must complete post-dated cheques for the subsequent payments. Exam fees and materials fees must be paid on enrolment.

Are there any other fees? Some courses, including ceramics and upholstery carry a fee for materials. Please ask for more details. Exam fees must be paid when you enrol.

Can I get a refund? If we cancel a course before the start date we will give you a full refund, and if we close a course after it’s started we’ll give you a part refund. We are unable to refund you if you withdraw from a course unless you are too ill to continue with your studies and have a doctor’s certificate.

Can I change course? If you find that a course isn’t right for you after the first class, you may be able to change to another course. Please ask your tutor for more information.

Can I join a course that has already started? With non exam courses this may be possible, please ask your course tutor for more information and course costs.

What is the age limit? Learners need to be aged 19 years or older on 31 August, unless they are attending a family learning session with a parent.

What do I need to bring to enrol, or for a skills check?

UK/EU citizen –your passport or ID card and proof of benefit eligibility

Non EU citizen –your passport showing indefinite leave to remain, and proof of benefit eligibility

Asylum seekers (and those whose applications have been turned down but are unable to return home)

–Letter with your home office reference number, proof of benefit or proof of permission to work

–An application registration card (ARC) plus recent copy of

–Confirmation from the Home Office of Section 4 support within three months of the issue date

Refugees – either proof of benefit AND travel document, or passport

What support is there for learners with disabilities? Thomas

Calton Centre and our libraries are accessible for wheelchair users and parking spaces are available if you have difficulties with mobility. For more information, please contact us on 020 7358 2100

Where to learn Courses are delivered from venues across the borough including the main centre, libraries, several children’s centres and partner providers.

■ Thomas Calton Centre, Alpha Street, Peckham, SE15 4NX

■ Canada Water Library, 21 Surrey Quays Road, SE16

■ Dulwich Library, 368 Lordship Lane, SE22 8NB

■ John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street, SE1 1JA

■ Kingswood House, Seeley Drive, Kingswood Estate, SE21 8QR

■ Peckham Library, 122 Peckham Hill Street, SE15 5JR

■ Peckham Rye Tabernacle, 55a Nigel Road, Peckham, SE15 4NP

■ Rye Oak Children’s Centre, Whorlton Road, Peckham, SE1 5JR

■ St Matthew’s Centre, Elephant Community Centre, Meadow Row, SE1 6RG

This booklet tells you about adult learning courses and activities in Southwark.

To get this booklet translated, please take it to any of the places below:

One Stop Shop, Peckham Library, 122 Peckham Hill Street, SE15 5JR

One Stop Shop, Wansey Street, SE17 1RY

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