Norfolk Adult Learning and Skills

06/09/2026

Are you or is someone you know new to using computers?

Join our FREE beginner-friendly Essential Computer Skills for Beginners course, which introduces you to using a computer, opening and saving documents, basic internet searches, device settings and online safety.

Learning in a classroom, you'll find this a calm and supportive starting point for digital beginners.

Find out more and book your place via the link in our bio ⬆️

Start Date: Tuesday 08 September 2026

Start and finish time: 09:30 to 11:30

Duration: 6 lessons over 6 weeks

Location: Community Action Norfolk
- Dereham

Fee: FREE

05/09/2026

🙂 Would you or someone you know benefit from an opportunity to develop their English language skills?

👋 Join us for our free ESOL course at Dereham Library

This course will get you off to a fantastic start for developing your language and you will make new friends with other people learning English too.

Find out more ⬇️

https://tinyurl.com/4kct52wj

ESOL Start Enrolment - Higher Level

Start Date: Wednesday 09 September 2026

Start and finish time: 09:30 to 12:30

Duration: 2 lessons over 2 weeks

Location: Dereham Library

Fee: FREE

03/09/2026

Are you thinking about making changes to your lifestyle or considering a new carer direction?

Join us for our Your New Vision in Life or Career course.

Our inspiring online course supports you to reflect on your values, strengths and aspirations, whether you're considering a career change or a new direction in life. You'll leave with clarity, confidence and a personalised action plan. It's a supportive space to think, reflect and move forward.

🌞 Some of the things you'll learn on this course include:

Clarity - Reconnect with what matters most to you

Confidence - Build self-belief to take meaningful steps forward

Practical Tools - Learn strategies; to plan and achieve your goals

🌿 Find out more and book your place: https://tinyurl.com/4mbf67h5

Start Date: Thursday 24 September 2026

Start and finish time: 18:00 to 21:00

Duration: 5 lessons over 5 weeks

Location: Online

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

Dereham! 👋 We're back in town soon and are really looking forward to supporting you again this month🙌

Our Community Connect team will welcoming families to another Community Connect drop-in, on Monday 7th September, between 1:30pam and 2:30pm at Dereham Library, 59 High St, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DZ 🎉

We see you. 💖 You feel like you're going around in circles looking for some advice around autism and/or ADHD in your family and getting nowhere fast.

Have you heard about our Community Connect drop-in sessions?

Our amazing team hold FREE regular drop-in sessions in Norwich & Mid-Norfolk for young people aged between 0-25 and their parents/guardians/carers.

We offer a friendly, safe space to meet and receive practical advice and information on challenges such as:

💡Behaviours that may be hard to manage.

💡Obtaining support and moving between schools or big life changes.

💡Advice when applying for DLA (Disability living allowance) and PIP (Personal Independence payment).

What is more, we meet you where you are. So there's no "silly questions", nothing off topic, just a friendly supportive ear.

Plus, everyone is welcome and you don’t even need to have a diagnosis of autism or ADHD to come along. 🙌

For more info, check out the link in comments. 👇

So why not try us out and come along to our next session in Dereham? It may just be the turning point you need for you and your family.

02/09/2026

Would you like to learn how to cook delicious, nutritious meals while keeping the costs down?

Join us for Eat Well for Less at Great Yarmouth Library

🥗 This practical, classroom-based course helps you build confidence cooking healthy meals on a budget. You'll explore food safety, nutrition and ways to reduce food waste while creating tasty, affordable dishes. It's a supportive and practical way to make everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable.

Find out more and book your place ⬇️

https://tinyurl.com/4er74hd7

Start Date: Wednesday 23 September 2026

Start and finish time: 09:30 to 11:30

Duration: 5 lessons over 5 weeks

Location: The Place - Great Yarmouth Library

02/09/2026

In-person drop-ins don't always work for working parents and carers - So we decided to do something about it. 🙌

📆 We're looking forward to another online drop-in session this week (Thurs 3rd September) for our Norwich & Mid-Norfolk Families🙌 Have you booked in your FREE place?

We see you. 💖 You feel like you're going around in circles looking for some advice around autism and/or ADHD in your family and getting nowhere fast.

Have you heard about our Community Connect online drop-in sessions?

Our amazing team hold FREE regular drop-in sessions on the first Thursday of every month for young people living in Norwich & Mid-Norfolk, aged between 0-25 and their parents/guardians/carers.

We offer a friendly, safe space to meet online and receive practical advice and information on challenges such as:

💡Behaviours that may be hard to manage.

💡Obtaining support and moving between schools or big life changes.

💡Advice when applying for DLA (Disability living allowance) and PIP (Personal Independence payment).

What is more, we meet you where you are. So you can join us at a time convenient to you, and from wherever you are, and there's no "silly questions", so nothing is off topic.

We're proud to offer a friendly, supportive service who are here to listen.

Plus, everyone is welcome and you don’t even need to have a diagnosis of autism or ADHD to join us. 🙌

For more info and to book your own online session, via video call, just follow the link in comments. 👇Spaces are limited.

So why not try us out and sign up to this month's session on Thursday 3rd September? It may just be the turning point you need for you and your family. ✨

02/09/2026

Take your carpentry skills to the next level with our Intermediate Bench Joinery Level 1 courses!

This intermediate course is ideal if you already have some carpentry experience and want to refine your techniques in a practical workshop setting. Delivered in our dedicated teaching workshop, you'll build confidence, accuracy and understanding while developing more advanced skills. It's a great option if you're working on personal projects, considering further study, or moving towards a role in construction.

Find out more and book your place: www.norfolk.gov.uk/construction

02/09/2026

Join us at Merchants' Place in Cromer and gain new computer skills 🌞

Ready to build your confidence with computers?

Join this Essential computer skills for beginners course and learn the essentials in a friendly supportive environment.

Enrol today by calling Adult Learning on 0344 800 8020 option 5

02/09/2026

Join us at Merchants' Place in Cromer and find out how we can support people with learning difficulties 👋

Independent Living Skills - Introduction and Enrolment Session

Tuesday 08 September 2026

Start and finish time: 10:00 to 14:30, Merchants Place Cromer- NR279ES

A friendly and supportive session for people with learning difficulties or disabilities who want to develop their independent living skills.
Find out more about the programme, what to expect and how it can support your personal goals.

The session also includes a short eligibility assessment and an opportunity to ask questions. A pathway to volunteering and employment may also be available for those ready to take their next step

To enroll please contact adult learning on 0344 800 8020 ( option 5)