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What will I learn? This course will give you lots of fun practical ideas to support getting outside and exploring nature – we will be planting a seed and hopefully watching it grow over the 4 weeks! We will share a story about growth and songs and give you some ideas to try to support […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you practical ideas to help explain the importance and positive impact of spending time and playing with your child and how this can build language skills. In addition, you will learn how to […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you practical ideas to help encourage a love of books and reading and how to make story time fun for your child. Is this course for me? This workshop is for parents and […]

What will I learn? Come and create a meal to feed your family, for free! This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team for parents and carers of children attending schools in Buckinghamshire. You and your child will have fun making a simple, cheap, tasty meal for your family, whilst gaining ideas on […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]

What will I learn? This workshop aims to give learners instruction and guidance in order to glaze their work, using a variety of glazes. Is this course for me? Please note this workshop is ONLY for previous learners or learners from Summer School Workshops.During the course, the tutor will give demonstrations and individual support to […]

What will I learn? Have you ever turned unwanted objects or waste materials into entirely new products? Upcycling is the ideal way to combine creative ideas with a passion for sustainability and entrepreneurship. The course aims to show how several modern craft techniques and decorative finishing touches can be used to upcycle and update old […]

What will I learn? Our crochet workshop will teach you the delicate art of crocheting, a lifelong skill that you will use to make beautiful items for yourself and others. During the course you will learn: • How to hold the yarn and hook• How to understand the language of crochet patterns.• Make a crochet […]

What will I learn? Discover and learn the practice of Tai Chi with guidance and tuition from a well-qualified and experienced Tai Chi tutor. Tai Chi can help relieve the symptoms of stress tension, bad circulation, high blood pressure, migraine, stiffness of the joints, back pains and it is believed to help build up the […]

What will I learn? This course will help you discover ways to engage your child in cooking and mealtimes and learn some new recipes to share with your family. Is this course for me? This FREE course is for parents and carers with a child aged 2 -4 years old, who would like to learn […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. During the workshop you will look at everyday First Aid for the family and how to manage an emergency situation. You will get lots of practical tips on how to deal with choking, burns and minor injuries and increase your confidence […]

What will I learn? You will learn ideas on how to help your child to express their feelings and emotions, using child-friendly, appropriate language. You will find out how different activities, resources and stories can help you to talk to your child, supporting them to manage stress and anxiety, whilst developing resilience and confidence. Is […]

What will I learn? Money makes the world go round, and it’s no different when it comes to writing. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the trials and tribulations of breaking into the lucrative and competitive creative writing industry. We will explore the differences between traditional publishing, self-publishing, and hybrid options; as well as the importance […]

What will I learn? Join us for a hands-on pottery experience where you will design and decorate your very own series of ceramic plates or platters. During the morning you will shape your chosen piece, learning simple techniques to form and refine your design.In the aternoon, you will decorate using stencils and sgraffito – which […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce you to the ancient Tibetan healing technique of Reiki, which teaches you how to use your hands to balance mind, body and spirit. Reiki energy encourages self-healing and self-regeneration. It can be used to treat yourself and others.During the course you will be attuned to Reiki […]

What will I learn? Sashiko is the Japanese art of using a sewing running stitch to decorate or reinforce cloth.In this workshop, you will learn all the basic techniques and principles of sashiko. Using a combination of group demonstrations and individual guidance, the tutor will teach you to make an embroidery of your own. You […]

What will I learn? Learn how to draw and paint using watercolour during this one-day course, in the beautiful setting of Waddesdon Manor. Appreciate the beautiful colours of the stunning grounds to inspire your creativity.This course will look at the fundamentals of watercolour; it is by learning these that you will be able to develop […]

What will I learn? Stained Glass is beautiful traditional art. In this course you will be creating a summer themed sun catcher using the copper foil technique, also known as the Tiffany technique. You will be doing the following: cutting coloured glass, grinding glass, copper foiling, and finally soldiering the piece together. Is this course […]

What will I learn? This course aims to allow you to work on your own pottery projects under the guidance of a tutor. You will be given demonstrations on different pottery techniques and from this you will be able to produce a selection of articles of your own choosing to a good standard of finish. […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning Team. It is a FREE 1-week workshop and will give you practical ideas to develop your child’s writing through a story. Discover child-friendly activities, which explain how talk is an integral part of improving important reading and writing skills throughout the curriculum. […]