Thurrock Adult Community College - Adult Education

08/09/2026

08/09/2026

🚀 YOUR NEXT STEP STARTS HERE

Looking for work? Ready for a change? Not sure what you'd be good at?

Explore three routes into work this September:

🔐 Cybersecurity
Learn cybersecurity basics and stay safe online.

📦 Logistics & Supply Chain
Build the skills and confidence for a career in one of Thurrock's biggest industries.

🤝 Customer Service Skills for Work
Build confidence, improve communication, and develop valuable workplace skills.

💷 Eligible learners may be able to access these courses FREE of charge.

❓ Not sure which course is right for you?

Come along to one of our FREE Meet the Team sessions to chat with tutors, ask questions, and explore your options before enrolling.

📅 Meet the Team Sessions •
10 September | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
• 15 September | 10:00am - 12:00pm
• 17 September | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
• 17 September | 6:00pm - 8:00pm

📍 The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5DD

✅ Meet our tutors and support staff
✅ Receive personalised advice and guidance
✅ Explore courses starting this September
✅ Find out if you're eligible for free learning opportunities
✅ Enrol and secure your place

📚 Courses start at the end of September. Limited places remain.

🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 01375 372476

Take the first step towards your future today. We look forward to welcoming you.

07/09/2026

🎓 Thinking about learning something new this September?

Whether you want to improve your English or maths, develop digital skills, gain a qualification for work, improve your career prospects, or boost your confidence, we're here to help.

Join one of our FREE Meet the Team sessions to:

✅ Meet our tutors and support staff
✅ Explore courses starting this September
✅ Receive personalised advice and guidance
✅ Complete a short English and maths assessment
✅ Find out if you're eligible for free learning opportunities
✅ Enrol and secure your place

📅 Upcoming Meet the Team Sessions

• 8 September | 10:00am - 12:00pm
• 10 September | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
• 15 September | 10:00am - 12:00pm
• 17 September | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
• 17 September | 6:00pm - 8:00pm

📍 The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5DD

🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 01375 372476

Take the first step towards your future today. We look forward to welcoming you.

04/09/2026

Peace's Learner Story ❤️📚

Starting something new can feel overwhelming, especially when you're unsure of what to expect. As Peace shares in her learner story, her first day was filled with uncertainty, but that quickly changed into confidence, happiness and pride in what she has achieved.

In this video, Peace talks about her journey at TACC and how learning has helped her develop valuable reading and writing skills. She reflects on how much progress she has made since joining and encourages others who may be struggling with literacy to take that first step and join a supportive learning community.

▶️ Watch Peace's story and hear how learning has helped build her confidence and opened new opportunities.

"When I first came, I knew nothing. Now I can read and write a little. I'm happy, and I enjoy it."

Enrolments are open now for a wide range of courses, and with classes starting at the end of September, there's still plenty of time to secure your place.

Many of our courses are free, depending on eligibility.

Whether you're looking to improve your English, build your confidence, gain new skills, achieve a qualification, or take the next step in your career, we're here to help.

📍 Thurrock Adult Community College
The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5DD

📞 01375 372 476
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk

01/09/2026

Frank's Journey - Part 2

One of the biggest barriers to learning can be worrying about the cost, but as Frank explains in Part 2 of his journey, support is available to help remove those obstacles.

In this video, Frank talks about the practical help available at TACC, including access to loan equipment for learners who don't have a computer and support with travel costs where eligible. He also shares why the friendly atmosphere, supportive tutors and welcoming learners make TACC such a positive place to learn.

🎥 Watch Part 2 and hear why Frank believes anyone thinking about returning to learning should take that first step.

"Don't hesitate."

📚 Enrolments are open now for a wide range of courses, and with classes starting at the end of September, there's still plenty of time to secure your place.

✅ Many of our courses are free, depending on eligibility.

Whether you're looking to improve your digital skills, gain a qualification, boost your confidence, or take the next step in your career, we're here to help.

📍 Thurrock Adult Community College
The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5DD

📞 01375 372 476
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk

Missed Part 1 of Frank's Journey? Head over to our page to catch up and see how Frank's learning journey began.

28/08/2026

🎥 Frank's Journey - Part 1
For many people, taking the first step back into learning can feel daunting.
In Part 1 of Frank's journey, he shares why there's no need to feel embarrassed about asking for help, even if you're starting from scratch with digital skills. From plumbers to aspiring supervisors, learners of all ages and backgrounds have found the confidence to learn something new at TACC.
What they all have in common is that they took that first step.
👉 Watch Part 1 and hear Frank's advice for anyone considering a return to learning.
If Frank can do it, why not you?
📚 Enrolments are open now for a wide range of courses, and with classes starting at the end of September, there's still plenty of time to secure your place.
💷 Many of our courses are free, depending on eligibility.
Whether you're looking to improve your digital skills, gain a qualification, boost your confidence, or take the next step in your career, we're here to help.
📍 Thurrock Adult Community College
The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays, RM17 5DD
📞 01375 372 476
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk
👀 Keep an eye on our page for Part 2 of Frank's journey, coming soon.
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26/08/2026

📚 Your Next Step Starts This September at Thurrock Adult Community College! 📚

Have you been thinking about improving your skills, gaining a qualification, finding a new career path, or building your confidence?

Our Meet the Team Sessions are the perfect opportunity to explore your options and take the first step towards achieving your goals.

Whether you're interested in:

💻 Digital Skills
🗣️ ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
📖 English Qualifications
🔢 Maths Qualifications
💼 Employability Skills
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Learning
❤️ Health & Wellbeing
🏆 Professional Qualifications
..our friendly team will be on hand to help you find the right course for you.

✅ Meet our tutors and support staff
✅ Learn about courses starting at the end of September
✅ Receive personalised advice and guidance
✅ Complete a short English and maths assessment to help us place you on the right course and level
✅ Find out if you're eligible for free learning opportunities
✅ Enrol and secure your place

Many of our courses are FREE, depending on eligibility, and there's still time to enrol for September.

📅 Meet the Team Sessions

📍 3 September 2026 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
📍 7 September 2026 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
📍 8 September 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
📍 10 September 2026 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
📍 15 September 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
📍 17 September 2026 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
📍 17 September 2026 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm

📍 The Old Courthouse
Orsett Road
Grays
Essex
RM17 5DD

🌐 www.tacc.ac.uk
📧 [email protected]
📞 01375 372476

✨ Don't let another year pass by. Whether you want to improve your English or maths, develop digital skills, gain a qualification for work, or simply learn something new, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Come along, meet the team, complete your assessment, and get ready to start your learning journey this September. We look forward to welcoming you!