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FAMILY LEARNING WORKSHOP

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Course CodeCourse NameVenueDayStart TimeEnd TimeStart DateEnd Date  
24EN103PFAMILY LEARNING WORKSHOPBRAUNSTONE CIVIC CENTREMon2:30 PM4:00 PM12/08/202412/08/2024Available for EnquiriesCourse Info
24LB103PFAMILY LEARNING WORKSHOPAnstey Community LibraryWed10:30 AM12:00 PM14/08/202414/08/2024Available for EnquiriesCourse Info
24LB104PFAMILY LEARNING WORKSHOPBIRSTALL LIBRARYThu2:30 PM4:00 PM15/08/202415/08/2024Available for EnquiriesCourse Info
24SN145PWFL Engagement - HPCOALVILLE LIBRARYWed2:00 PM3:30 PM23/10/202423/10/2024Available for EnquiriesCourse Info
24SN155PWFL Engagement - HPCOALVILLE LIBRARYWed10:30 AM12:00 PM23/10/202423/10/2024Available for EnquiriesCourse Info

If you are not sure which is the right course or level for you we can give you free, impartial 1:1 information and advice on learning and work to help you choose the best course. Please call us on Freephone 0800 988 0308 and ask for one of our advisers to contact you.


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01. Who is this course for?
This session is for parents, grandparents and carers with children aged 3 - 11. Parental support is a key factor throughout a child’s education. Children whose parents support their learning and take a keen interest in their education do better at school and in later life. Family Learning helps to promote good relationships within families, offering a second chance for parents to return to learning to develop their own skills and be aware of all the other learning opportunities available. Come to Family Learning to: have fun with your children and get new ideas for things to do as a family, discover new ways to make learning a fun experience for all.

02. What will I learn?
This session has been designed to enable you and your child to take part in fun activities which could include crafts, quizzes and games You will: have a go at fun, creative activities with your family, take away ideas for activities to try at home, discover more about Family Learning and how it can help you support your children.

03. How will I learn?
You are assessed in the classroom by the tutor and by your own self. You will be asked to complete an evaluation form at the end of the session.

04. What will I need to bring?
Family Learning sessions / courses are free, and the resources needed for will be provided by the tutor.

05. What skills or experience do I need?
There are no formal entry requirements for Family Learning. You do not need any previous experience, knowledge or skills to enrol on this session; just an interest in finding out about how you can encourage and support and your children to engage in fun learning activities.

06. How will I be assessed?


07. What could I do after this course?
The Adult Learning Service also offers courses in: · Computing and ICT · Personal Development, including Arts and Leisure · Languages, British Sign Language, ESOL and Makaton · Maths and English · Skills for Jobs · Apprenticeships and Traineeships · Family Learning · Programmes for Adults with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities.

08. How will I be supported in my learning?
We aim to support all learners to succeed. Our tutors will work with all learners to meet individual needs by using a range of resources and teaching methods. When you enrol on your course you will be asked if you have any additional learning needs or disabilities which may affect your learning. This might include physical disabilities, neurodivergent needs (e.g., Autistic Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, or dyspraxia, etc.), visual and auditory impairments, or a medical condition which might affect your learning. Your tutor will contact you prior to joining the course to discuss what support can be put in place. For some learners, this may mean organising extra time in exams or arranging for a Learning Support Assistant to support your learning in class. We also offer a wide range of assistive technology such as reader pens, screen readers, large print keyboards and screens, alongside in-class resources such as coloured overlays, large-print resources and more.

09. Is help available with course fees?
Many of our courses are FREE to all learners. For fee-paying courses, if you are in receipt of state benefits or have a low income (£26,211.90 before deductions) you could be entitled to enrol on your course for FREE, or at a 70% Reduced Fee cost. If your course is accredited (working towards a formal qualification) your course may be FREE if you earn under £25,000 before deductions. Some exclusions apply, eligibility for fee reduction is subject to change, and you may be required to provide evidence of earnings. If the amount you must pay for your course is over £50, we offer instalment plans which break down the cost of learning into a set number of easy monthly payments. If you need help with the wider costs of study, such as childcare, resources, travel, and transport costs, you may be eligible to have these costs reimbursed through our Discretionary Learner Support Fund. Visit us online for more details, and to download the online application form.

10. How do I choose the right course for me?
If you are unsure about which course may be right for you, our team of Learning and Work Advisers are on hand to offer FREE and impartial information, advice and guidance on learning and work options available to you. To book your free, confidential, and impartial appointment, please call FREEphone 0800 988 0308 or email LALS.LWA@leics.gov.uk.

  
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