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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. […]

What will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE workshop which will give you fun practical ideas for your child to be ready to take their next steps into Reception class at school. Looking at stories, independent activities and routines to support your child settle into […]

What will I learn? During this session learners will:• Be introduced to a variety of watercolour techniques.• Have the opportunity to ask questions and gain advice and tips. Is this course for me? This workshop is for beginners to those who have some experience in watercolours and would like to develop their skills and confidence. […]

What will I learn? This FREE workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning team. You will learn ways to develop your child’s maths skills through story telling. You will be given a range of stories that can be used to teach a variety of maths skills to your child. During the session you will […]

What will I learn? This workshop is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE, 1-session workshop where you and your child will explore and carry out a range of fun filled, hands on, interactive experiments and creative activities. You’ll discover how science connects to everyday life and how small changes at […]

What will I learn? This course aims to give you an introduction to British Sign Language and to the alphabet and basic conversation, topics and skills.You will learn to:• Introduce yourself.• Ask some simpler questions of the person you are talking to.• Understand some simple questions about yourself. Is this course for me? It is […]

What will I learn? You will learn how to draw a sketch from a photo or object. Master basic colour mixing and blending techniques to develop into a finished painting.The tutor will provide small group demonstrations and individual support to ensure that learners can work at their own level and pace. Is this course for […]

What will I learn? During the workshop you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of techniques using an overlocker including: Working with different thread set upsFlat lock or butt seaming ( if your machine has this stitch capability)Explore overlocker foot attachments( optional): taping foot, blind hem (you may need to purchase these, they […]

What will I learn? Spend a day learning how to use a painting knife to create thick, textural (impasto style) painting using either acrylic or oil paint.Learn to:● Use techniques such as building thick paint layers and scraffito (scratching).● Use additives to thicken paint and create interesting textures● Use light & dark paint tones to […]

What will I learn? In this workshop, we’ll explore the reasons a good mystery (perhaps with a murder at its heart) is so gripping and practise writing in this genre. Can you spot a red herring or two and did the butler really do it? Please note, we won’t be discussing anything too violent or […]

What will I learn? This workshop aims to teach you the basic principles of jewellery making, working with precious metals, in particular, sterling silver. You will learn how to create your own silver ring and set it with a cabochon gemstone of your choice. During the course you will:• Learn to select the metal for […]

What will I learn? This Workshop aims to show you different ways in which you can paint using watercolours. During the course demonstrations and examples of different techniques will be given. The tutor will provide small group demonstrations and individual support to ensure that learners can work at their own level and pace. Learners will […]

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? This drawing workshop aims to give you the confidence to look at different ways of depicting subjects using the medium of pen and ink. You will investigate a range of images created with different tools and materials and then, using pens and inks, experiment with various effects that can be achieved.A […]

What will I learn? This course aims to introduce learners to the basic principles and practice of Indian head massage.Please note that this course does not infer occupational competency.During the course, you will through demonstration and hands-on practice:● Explore basic techniques used in Indian Head Massage.● Investigate the importance of relaxation. Is this course for […]

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 course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE course. Through child-friendly activities, find ways to help your child develop confidence and resilience. You will explore how stories and physical activity can support your child’s wellbeing. Is this course for me? This workshop is for parents […]

What will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE one-week workshop where you will explore ways to support and develop your child’s KS1 maths reasoning skills. You will be given an opportunity to solve a range of fun, practical problems, using a range of reasoning strategies. […]

What will I learn? This course is being delivered by the Family Learning team. It is a FREE one-week workshop where you will explore ways to support and develop your child’s KS1 maths reasoning skills. You will be given an opportunity to solve a range of fun, practical problems, using a range of reasoning strategies. […]

What will I learn? You will learn strategies and how to ask questions to help your child build self- esteem and self- belief. Find out different ways to help them solve problems by encouraging creative and critical thinking. Is this course for me? This course is for parents and carers with a child in Years […]