Skills & Learning Adult Community Education

Could better Maths or English help you get ahead?
A course could be the first step towards:

✅ Better job opportunities
✅ More confidence at work
✅ Helping your children with homework
✅ Everyday skills that make life easier

Our adult Maths and English courses are designed for real life, with supportive tutors and flexible learning options.

🌟 Build skills that can help you progress at work and in everyday life.
👉 Find out more and take your next step today.

https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/query/W3sibmFtZSI6InNlYXJjaF9rZXl3b3JkcyIsInZhbHVlIjoid2VsY29tZSJ9XQ%3D%3D/

📍 Where to Find Us This Fortnight – June Edition!

Our Business Engagement Officer will be out and about across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch over the next two weeks.

Come and say hello to learn more about our courses, support services and opportunities available through Skills & Learning. Whether you're looking to gain new skills, boost your confidence, or explore your next step, we're here to help.

📅 Upcoming locations:
• 15 June – Citygate Church (2pm–4pm)
• 17 June – Bournemouth Library (10am–12pm)
• 19 June – Christchurch Library (10am–12pm)
• 22 June – Poole Library (10am–12pm)
• 22 June – Citygate Church (2pm–4pm)
• 24 June – Age Friendly Forum @ The Runway, Christchurch
• 25 June – B2B Expo, Citygate Church (10am–4pm)

We look forward to meeting you and sharing how learning can open new opportunities for you, your family and your community.

🌸 Treat Yourself with Our Student Beauty Salon!

Looking for affordable beauty treatments? Our talented Skills & Learning beauty students are offering a wide range of treatments at fantastic student training prices!

Nails from £4
Eye Treatments from £3
Waxing from £2
Facials from £7

Perfect for a little self-care while supporting our learners as they develop their professional skills

📲 To book an appointment:
Text: 07785 445963
Email: [email protected]

📍 Professional beauty treatments at student training prices

⚽ We were delighted to attend the recent Partners Skills Practice event at AFC Bournemouth's impressive new Performance Centre.

Representing Skills and Learning were Becca (Learner Support Manager) and Christian (Work Experience IT Technician), who enjoyed a great day of networking, collaboration, and friendly competition with fellow partners.

This event was particularly meaningful as it marked our final AFC Bournemouth event as an Executive Regional Partner. We're incredibly grateful for the opportunities, support, and connections this partnership has brought over the years.

Thank you to AFC Bournemouth for being such valued partners and for hosting a memorable event. It's been a pleasure to be part of the journey.

🎉 Level 4 Counselling Celebration 2026🎉

What a wonderful afternoon celebrating the achievements of our Level 4 Counselling learners at Poole Adult Learning Centre.

It was a chance to reflect on the dedication, resilience and personal growth shown throughout the course, and to celebrate the incredible journey each learner has taken. It was lovely to see students, tutors and colleagues come together to share memories and mark this important milestone.

The celebration was also an opportunity to say goodbye to our much-loved Counselling Tutor, Lorna Smith, as she begins her retirement after many years of inspiring and supporting learners.

Lorna's impact on students and colleagues has been immense. The heartfelt messages shared during the event highlighted her kindness, wisdom, encouragement and unwavering support. As colleague Michelle Small beautifully expressed, Lorna's warmth, energy and guidance have left a lasting impression on so many people.

Thank you, Lorna, for everything you have given to Skills & Learning. You will be greatly missed, and we wish you a happy and fulfilling retirement.

Congratulations to all our Level 4 Counselling learners, and best wishes to Lorna as she begins this exciting new chapter.

📸 Pictured: Our Level 4 Counselling learners, tutors and colleagues celebrating together at this special event.
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🎨 Always wanted to paint portraits but didn't know where to start?

Our Portrait Painting for Beginners course is the perfect introduction to drawing and painting portraits in a friendly and supportive environment.

✨ No experience needed
✨ Learn new creative skills
✨ Meet like-minded people

Book you place here: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/portrait-painting-for-beginners-3/

📍 Kings Park Learning Centre

We’re so proud that Georgia was one of our learners at Skills & Learning.

Her inspiring Community Haircuts project has now been nominated for a BBC Make a Difference Award.

Watch her inspiring case study video and discover her journey with Skills & Learning.”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-hBhvXgaco

✂️💙 Ringwood hairdresser nominated for BBC Make a Difference Award 💙✂️

Georgia Chappels’ Community Haircuts project, offering free haircuts to people facing hardship, has been shortlisted for a prestigious BBC Radio Solent award. 🌟

Upcoming Courses at Poole Adult Learning Centre
Ready to develop new skills this summer?

We’re offering a fantastic selection of adult learning courses including:

💻 ICT for Beginners A Plus
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/ict-for-beginners-a-plus-9/

🖌 Painting Florals
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/painting-florals/

💻 ICT for Beginners B
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/ict-for-beginners-b-9/

📘 Improve your English (ESOL)
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/improve-your-english-esol-summer-course-e3-l2-5/

https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/improve-your-english-esol-summer-course-e1-e2/

📍 Poole Adult Learning Centre

📅 Starting June & July 2026

Whether you’re returning to learning, improving your digital confidence, or exploring your creative side — there’s something for everyone!

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.skillsandlearningace.com
📞 01202 123444

Upcoming Courses at Kings Park Learning Centre 🎨💻📚
Looking to learn something new this summer?
Join our exciting range of courses in:
🎨Arts & Crafts
💻Digital Skills
📚 ESOL Courses
Upcoming courses include:

🖌 Portrait Painting for Beginners
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/portrait-painting-for-beginners-3/

🌊 Painting the Jurassic Coast & Seascapes
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/painting-the-jurassic-coast-seascapes-4/

📘 Improve your English (ESOL)
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/improve-your-english-esol-summer-course-e3-l2-3/

💬 Everyday ESOL Summer Course
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/improve-your-english-esol-summer-course-e12/

🎨 Watercolours Painting for Improvers
https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/courses/course/watercolour-painting-for-improvers-3/

📍 Kings Park Learning Centre
📅 Starting June & July 2026

Whether you want to improve your creative skills, build confidence with English, or try something completely new — we have a course for you!

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.skillsandlearningace.com
📞 01202 123444

Plan your week with us this Bank Holiday weekend! 📚
Looking for support, advice, free courses, funding information, or your next learning opportunity? Friendly members of our Skills & Learning team will be out and about across the community over the next few days — come and say hello! 👋

Whether you’re interested in Maths & English, ESOL, Digital & IT Skills, Languages, Arts & Crafts or gaining new skills for work and everyday life, we’d love to chat about the opportunities available. Free courses and funding may also be available for eligible learners 🌟

📍 Find us at libraries, community hubs, cafés, and foodbanks across Poole, Christchurch, Boscombe and beyond.

Take a moment this weekend to plan your week ahead and pop by to see us 💙