Edinburgh Adult Education Programme

Edinburgh Adult Education Programme The Edinburgh Adult Education Programme provides a variety of day, evening and weekend courses throughout the city.

A relaxed day of knitting, learn the technique of Stranded Colour Work.You will learn the techniques and some key tips f...
10/09/2026

A relaxed day of knitting, learn the technique of Stranded Colour Work.

You will learn the techniques and some key tips for knitting stranded colour work patterns in the round. We will also talk about designing your own stranded colour work patterns, colour choices and also other ways to use stranded knitting as well as caring for your finished items.

Saturday 19th September 10am-3pm at Inch Community Centre
IHC03273 Craft: Knitting - Stranded Colour Work - Post Beginner
To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

We have had a great response to the Autumn programme but still have spaces!Time is running out as courses will start to ...
05/09/2026

We have had a great response to the Autumn programme but still have spaces!
Time is running out as courses will start to be cancelled next week if there are low enrolments.
Let’s stop that happening!
Have a look on our website or call the office for guidance on available courses.

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Astronomy is the scientific study of everything in the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere, including planets, stars, gal...
04/09/2026

Astronomy is the scientific study of everything in the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere, including planets, stars, galaxies, and space phenomena.
Learn more through our online courses or those in Tollcross Community Centre with Vasileios. Some courses start in September and others in November.

Discover: Astronomy – Introduction - ONLINE03308 - 21/09/2026
Discover: Astronomy of Vincent Van Gough - ONLINE03311 - 22/09/2026
Discover: Beyond the Horizon: Journeys of Ancient and Medieval Explorers - THO03445 - 28/11/2026
Discover: History of Maps and Globes - TOL03423 - 11/11/2026
Discover: History of Maps and Globes - ONLINE03309 - 22/09/2026
Discover: Star Mythology - TOL03426 - 11/11/2026

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Valleypark Community Centre – Term 1 of the Adult Education Programme starts soon and we have lots of new and exciting c...
03/09/2026

Valleypark Community Centre – Term 1 of the Adult Education Programme starts soon and we have lots of new and exciting courses happening at Valleypark Community Centre.
Photography: Join a relaxed, welcoming group designed to help you get to know your camera and enjoy taking photos.
Take Better Photos Learn simple framing and composition tricks that will instantly improve your photos and make them stand out.
A New Theme Every Week Try something fresh in every class. We will explore different photography topics each week, such as colour, composition, nature, and architecture.
Understand Light Learn how to spot and use different types of light, both outdoors in the fresh air and inside our “make your own” photography studio.
Build Your Confidence Learn how to really look at the world around you, chat about your pictures in a supportive way, and feel confident in your skills.
Photography: VCC03435
Starts Monday 21st September, 13:30-15:30

Upcycled Jewellery: Have you ever needed just the right piece of jewellery to finish off an outfit but have not been able to find it? Nothing is the right colour or colour combination, or it is just too small or too big? Or do you have old pieces of jewellery lying around that you can’t bear to part with? Odd earrings/ broken necklaces? On this course we will learn simple techniques to turn unloved and unworn pieces into the perfect accessory!
Upcycled Jewellery: VCC03439
Starts Wednesday 23rd September, 13:30-15:30

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Clarinet: Come and join our friendly community of clarinet enthusiasts. Whether you have taught yourself to play online,...
02/09/2026

Clarinet: Come and join our friendly community of clarinet enthusiasts. Whether you have taught yourself to play online, or had lessons many years ago and have decided to dust off your clarinet and rediscover the joy of music-making, you will find a relaxed environment, where we have fun and learn together.
Music: Clarinet BOR03362
Starting on Monday 21st September, 7.00-9.00pm at Boroughmuir High School.

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

“Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy” – Mary BerryLooking to learn and new skill this autumn and impr...
01/09/2026

“Cooking and baking is both physical and mental therapy” – Mary Berry
Looking to learn and new skill this autumn and impress your friends and family with your baking skills?
Baking and Desserts: This course will widen your baking repertoire with new dishes and techniques. By the end of the course you will be able to bake basic puddings and desserts – making recipes from around the world.
Cookery: Baking and Desserts: CUR03391
Starting on Monday 21st September, 6.30-8.30pm at Currie High School.

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Learn a new language, revisit a language from school, learn for your holidays! We would love to see you in a course this...
31/08/2026

Learn a new language, revisit a language from school, learn for your holidays! We would love to see you in a course this Autumn.
Maybe you are studying a language in school or no someone who is. Come along to an in person or online course to build your confidence. 16+ are encouraged to consider enrolling – cheaper than a tutor and you can practice with other students.

To enrol, please ring 0131 556 7978 or pop into Tollcross Community Centre or book yourself on at https://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Please spread the word! We welcome students from 16+! 🏫🎒Book online anytime; call 0131 556 7978; or visit Tollcross Comm...
30/08/2026

Please spread the word! We welcome students from 16+! 🏫🎒

Book online anytime; call 0131 556 7978; or visit Tollcross Community Centre during office hours. http://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

Join our Scottish Contemporary Poetry course and explore a range of poems by Scottish poets. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿📜✒️---Why do you sta...
29/08/2026

Join our Scottish Contemporary Poetry course and explore a range of poems by Scottish poets. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿📜✒️

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Why do you stay up so late?
By Don Paterson

I’ll tell you, if you really want to know:

remember that day you lost two years ago
at the rockpool where you sat and played the jeweller
with all those stones you’d stolen from the shore?
Most of them went dark and nothing more,
but sometimes one would blink the secret colour
it had locked up somewhere in its stony sleep.
This is how you knew the ones to keep.

So I collect the dull things of the day
in which I see some possibility
but which are dead and which have the surprise
I don’t know, and I’ve no pool to help me tell—
so I look at them and look at them until
one thing makes a mirror in my eyes
then I paint it with the tear to make it bright.
This is why I sit up through the night.
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Book online anytime; call 0131 556 7978; or visit Tollcross Community Centre during office hours. http://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

"A calm mind brings inner strength and self confidence, so that's very important for good health" - Dalai Lama  If you’r...
28/08/2026

"A calm mind brings inner strength and self confidence, so that's very important for good health" - Dalai Lama

If you’re feeling the need for some changes to your lifestyle, why not sign up for one of these courses starting in September? 🧘‍♂️

Meditation: An introduction to Mindfulness Practices:
- Including mindfulness, compassion and insight meditations.
- There will be a journaling and writing option too to help consolidate self-reflection and consolidate learning.

Meditation: BOR03366:
- Starts Tuesday 22 September, 7-8:30pm at Boroughmuir High School.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Theory and Practice:
- The course introduces the CBT model (understanding thoughts, emotions, behaviours and physical sensations)
- Provides tools and worksheets for the students to take home and work on their daily life with.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Theory and Practice - CUR03394:
- Starts Wednesday 23 September, 6:30-8:30pm at Currie High School

Book online anytime; call 0131 556 7978; or visit Tollcross Community Centre during office hours. http://adulteducationedinburgh.spydus.co.uk

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Tollcross Community Centre Fountainbridge
Edinburgh
EH117

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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