Peter Symonds College, Adult & Higher Education

Ready to take your photography to the next level? 📸

Join our Introduction to Digital Photography course - a relaxed, 8 week programme designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Learn how to confidently use your DSLR, master camera settings and capture stunning images every time.

Each week you'll explore a new technique, from exposure and composition to creativity and photo editing. By the end of the course, you'll have built a portfolio to be proud of.

No experience needed - just bring your camera and your curiosity!

Enrol today for next cohort commencing on Monday 13th April.

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🌿🧺 Curious about basket-weaving? Join us for our 8-week Willow Basketry for Beginners course this Summer!

Across eight relaxed and friendly evening sessions, you’ll be gently guided through the traditional craft of willow weaving - a mindful, hands-on process where natural willow rods are shaped and woven to create beautiful, functional pieces.

You’ll learn how to make a classic round basket with an overarm handle, along with a few fun smaller projects & exercises to grow your confidence along the way.

Our experienced tutor, Louise Brown Basketmaker, will be there to support you every step of the journey, making this the perfect introduction for complete beginners. Come along, slow down and discover the joy of creating something with your hands. 🌱


📅Monday (starts 13th April)
🕕6.30-9pm
📍Wi******er, SO22 6RX
Enrol - ahed.psc.ac.uk or call 01962 889547

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🧶✨ What a fantastic crochet workshop this weekend!
The session focused on creating classic granny squares and learning how to join them into larger creative projects. Led by one of our talented textiles tutors (Sophie Ruddle), we were blown away by the amazing work our students produced!

We plan to run more crochet workshops in the future, so if you’d like to join us, be sure to sign up to our mailing list to stay updated when new courses are released. 💌 https://tinyurl.com/35sedjxm

Thinking about a career in teaching?

Join us at our next Open Event and discover how studying for a PGCE in Further Education & Skills could be the first step towards a rewarding career in teaching.

Further Education (FE) is all about transforming lives - from colleges to adult education and training providers - helping learners gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to progress into work, apprenticeships, or further study.

Our PGCE in FE & Skills at a glance:

📅 Part-time course over 2 years
⌚ Attendance just one evening per week
👌 Learn with an Ofsted Outstanding-rated provider
🧠 Gain the skills and confidence to teach in colleges, training providers, and adult education settings

Join us at our next open event on Tuesday 24th March (4.30-7pm) to learn more about the course structure and entry requirements, meet members of the team and ask any questions about balancing study with work!

Whether you're already working in industry and want to share your expertise, or you're considering a move into education, we'd love to meet you.

➡️ Register now to attend the open event and start your journey into teaching: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/adult-higher-education-open-event-tickets-1979853799009?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Adult & Higher Education Open Event Join us to explore our wide range of courses for adults, from leisure and languages for fun, through to career-advancing degrees!

Last night we hosted our annual Counselling Progression Event, designed for anyone considering applying for our Foundation Degree in Humanistic Counselling Based on Transactional Analysis.

It was fantastic to see such a great turnout, with over 60 attendees joining us for the evening. The room was full of energy and enthusiasm, with attendees bringing plenty of thoughtful and engaging questions about course content and what it’s really like to study counselling.

A big thank you to Lori Hedges for delivering an insightful guest lecture introducing the Transactional Analysis modality, giving attendees a valuable glimpse into one of the key theoretical approaches explored throughout the course. We’re also very grateful to Nic Rowthorn and the rest of the Counselling team for sharing their knowledge, experiences, and guidance throughout the event.

Events like this are a great opportunity for prospective students to explore the pathway into counselling training, connect with our teaching team, and gain a clearer understanding of what studying with us involves.

If you weren’t able to attend but would still like to learn more about our counselling degrees, you can explore our website or contact Dom Thompson directly at [email protected] for further information.

🎨 Discover History of Art with our brand-new short course!

We are thrilled to be introducing History of Art courses to our leisure programme!

In our first course, you’ll explore Monet’s life, artistic development and major bodies of work through the key places and periods that shaped his practice - from the vibrant artistic life of Paris to the landscapes of Normandy and his later light studies in Venice and London.

This is the first in a series of Art History courses and we hope to introduce further topics subject to student interest and demand.

Led by Dr Anne Anderson, this welcoming course is designed for everyone. Whether you’re completely new to art history or simply curious to deepen your appreciation of art. Enrol online at ahed.psc.ac.uk or call our Registry team on 01962 889547.

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At the end of February we had a very special visitor in the office… 🐾

Stanley - an extremely good boy - came to visit and quickly became the highlight of everyone’s day.

He made the rounds visiting our adult learners in their classrooms, where he was especially popular with our LD students. Safe to say he made quite the impression (and received a lot of well-earned fuss).

Stanley brought smiles, laughter, and a much-needed dose of joy to the whole Campus. By the end of the day he had clearly secured his place on the team…

So much so that he’s now the proud owner of his very own ID badge and an important new title: Director of Cute. 🪪

Thank you for brightening our day, Stanley. You’re welcome back anytime!

✨ Ready for a career that truly makes a difference?

If you’ve ever thought about working with children or supporting young people to thrive, a degree in Education & Childcare could open the door to an incredibly rewarding future.

Join us at our next Open Event to discover how studying Early Years, SEND, or Teaching & Learning could transform your career and your life.

🎓 With the right qualification, you could:
• Start a meaningful career supporting children’s development
• Progress into roles in schools, nurseries, and specialist SEND settings
• Open pathways into teaching, leadership, or further study
• Gain the confidence and skills to shape young lives every day
• Build a career that offers purpose, progression, and long-term stability

Whether you’re looking for a fresh start, a promotion, or a career that feels truly fulfilling, this is your chance to explore what’s possible.

📅 Come along to our Open Event on Tue 24th March to explore your options and take the first step toward a future in education.

Let us know you're coming here 👉

Adult & Higher Education Open Event Join us to explore our wide range of courses for adults, from leisure and languages for fun, through to career-advancing degrees!

🧶 Looking to improve your crochet skills? Join our next workshop on 21st March!

In this session, you’ll learn how to create granny squares - one of the most classic and versatile crochet motifs. Granny squares are small, square-shaped patterns made by working clusters of stitches in rounds. They can be joined together to create blankets, bags, garments and lots more.

This session is perfect for those who already have a basic knowledge of crochet and would like to expand their skills while learning a timeless technique. We’ll guide you step-by-step through the process and share tips for combining your squares into larger projects.

Come along, get creative and connect with fellow crochet enthusiasts! 🧵

📅 Saturday 21st March
🕙 10.00-14.00
📍 Wi******er, SO22 6RX

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We’re delighted to share some fantastic news!

Following our recent assessment by the Matrix Standard, we’re proud to announce that we have successfully achieved Matrix Standard accreditation.

This nationally recognised accreditation highlights the quality, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of our information, advice, and guidance services. It reflects the dedication of our team and our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality support to the people and organisations we work with.

A few of our favourite quotes from the report:

⭐ “AHED is particularly effective at reaching potential learners who might not be aware of the possibility of returning to education.”

⭐ “The smaller, more intimate feel of the College provides a welcoming and more relaxed environment for students.”

⭐ “The Information, Advice and Guidance provided is bespoke to the individual student, taking account of their specific situation and goals.”

⭐ “The staff know the students and the students know the staff… that just makes you feel looked after.” – Student feedback

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this achievement and to those who continue to trust and work with us. We’re excited to keep building on this success and continuing to .

Peter Symonds Sixth Form College