Rutland Adult and Community Learning

Rutland Adult and Community Learning Part of Rutland County Council, we offer a variety of qualification and non-qualification courses to adults aged 19+.

We aim to inspire adults across Rutland and surrounding areas to fulfill their learning potential, offering a wide range of services and courses, most of which are subsidised and many free (depending on your circumstances). All our tutors are qualified as post 16 teachers and deliver interactive and fun sessions. RALSS welcomes learners of all abilities, from all racial, religious and cultural backgrounds and regardless of gender.

💚 Looking to develop the skills to support others?The fully funded Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is ideal fo...
25/08/2026

💚 Looking to develop the skills to support others?

The fully funded Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills is ideal for anyone who wants to develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to support others in the workplace or their community, or as the first step towards a career in counselling.

Whether you're looking to enhance your current role or explore a new career path, this qualification is a great place to start!

📆 Monday 7 September 2026 to 10 May 2027
🕰 1pm to 4pm
📍 Oakham Library

Time's running out to secure your space, so get in touch today: https://bit.ly/496mdmA

🌱 Nurture your outdoor space this autumn! 🍂Want to grow a more sustainable garden while connecting with nature and learn...
22/08/2026

🌱 Nurture your outdoor space this autumn! 🍂

Want to grow a more sustainable garden while connecting with nature and learning new skills?

Our Nurturing Your Outdoor Space course is a great opportunity to explore sustainable gardening techniques, including improving soil, making compost, saving seeds, encouraging wildlife, saving water and planning for winter crops. 🌿🐝

📅 Wednesday 9 September to 28 October, 10am–12pm
📍 Growers Row, Rutland Showground
💷 £128 / £64 with concessions

Whether you’re a keen gardener or simply interested in creating a more nature-friendly outdoor space, come along and learn how to make your garden work better for you and the environment.

🌻 Reserve your place today: www.ralss.org.uk
📞 01572 758122

🇮🇹 Ciao! Ready to learn Italian?Start your Italian language journey with our Italian Year 1 – Beginners course. Perfect ...
21/08/2026

🇮🇹 Ciao! Ready to learn Italian?

Start your Italian language journey with our Italian Year 1 – Beginners course. Perfect if you're starting from scratch and want to learn useful Italian in a friendly, relaxed environment.

🗣️ Practise everyday conversations
👋 Learn useful phrases and vocabulary
🍝 Discover Italian culture and traditions
✈️ Build confidence for holidays and everyday situations

Whether you're planning a trip to Italy or simply fancy learning something new, come and give Italian a try!

👉 Find out more and book your place: https://bit.ly/3Us94m2

🇪🇸 Spanish Conversation Skills 🇪🇸Already advanced in speaking Spanish and want to improve your fluency? Our Spanish Conv...
20/08/2026

🇪🇸 Spanish Conversation Skills 🇪🇸

Already advanced in speaking Spanish and want to improve your fluency? Our Spanish Conversation Skills course is designed to help advanced learners develop their speaking and listening skills through conversation and discussion.

💬 Build confidence speaking Spanish
🎬 Explore current affairs, films and everyday topics
📖 Develop your understanding of more complex Spanish
🤝 Learn and practise in a friendly group

📅 Thursday 3 September to 19 November, 10am to 12pm
📍 Oakham Library
💷 £171 for 9 sessions

🗣 Build your confidence in English!Would you like to improve your English for everyday life, work and conversations? Our...
19/08/2026

🗣 Build your confidence in English!

Would you like to improve your English for everyday life, work and conversations? Our ESOL Beginners course is designed for adults who can speak a little English and want to develop their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

✨ Practise everyday conversations
📖 Read simple words and passages
✍️ Write simple sentences
💬 Ask and answer questions

The course is free for eligible adults aged 19+.

Find out more and reserve your place: https://bit.ly/4wltJpm

🩹 Give yourself the confidence and skills to deal with emergencies in the workplace with our Emergency First Aid at Work...
18/08/2026

🩹 Give yourself the confidence and skills to deal with emergencies in the workplace with our Emergency First Aid at Work course.

🎓 Level 3 accredited qualification
📅 Tuesday 13 October 2026, 10am–4pm
📍 Oakham Library
💷 £75

Perfect for anyone who needs to become a workplace first aider or simply wants to develop essential lifesaving skills.

👉 Find out more and reserve your place: ralss.org.uk/course/emergency-first-aid-at-work/

📚 Build your confidence with maths!Want to improve your maths skills and work towards an accredited Functional Skills qu...
17/08/2026

📚 Build your confidence with maths!

Want to improve your maths skills and work towards an accredited Functional Skills qualification? This course can help you use maths confidently in everyday life, at work, when shopping, managing finances and more.

🗓️ Starts Thursday 5 November 2026
⏰ 9.30am to 12pm
📍 Oakham Library
🎓 Work towards Level 1 or Level 2
💚 Free course (eligibility applies)

Find out more and reserve your place: www.ralss.org.uk

📣 Excess arts and crafts supplies are being sold on Wednesday 19th August from 9:30am to 3pm!🎨 From paint brushes to ink...
17/08/2026

📣 Excess arts and crafts supplies are being sold on Wednesday 19th August from 9:30am to 3pm!

🎨 From paint brushes to inks, why not pop into Unit 16a, Gate 2, Oakham Enterprise Park, and see if there is anything you would like to purchase.

❗All items will need to be taken by the purchaser; we will not have boxes and bags available so please bring something to transport any items. Any leftover items will be donated to local charities and schools.

🎓 Thinking about a career in education?Take your first step with our new Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Co...
16/08/2026

🎓 Thinking about a career in education?

Take your first step with our new Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges course!

This fully funded qualification is perfect for anyone considering becoming a teaching assistant or support worker. You'll learn about safeguarding, child development, communication, health & safety, equality and inclusion – and you don’t need to be working in a school or complete a placement to achieve it.

🔎 Find out more at ralss.org.uk or call us on 01572 758122

Address

Unit 16a, Gate 2, Oakham Enterprise Park, Ashwell Road
Oakham
LE157TU

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441572758122

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