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Coventry Learns Coventry Learns offers a wide range of courses for adults in more than 50 locations Courses are taught by friendly, qualified tutors.

The Adult Education Service offers a wide range of courses for adults in more than 50 locations in the city. Each year, thousands of people take the opportunity to learn a new skill, get a qualification, or find out more about something they are interested in. There's something for everyone. Take a look at what's on offer and give it a go, and you can look forward to adding a new dimension to your

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HAPPY CHILDREN. STRONGER FAMILIES. POSITIVE FOUNDATIONS. Being a parent or carer isn’t always easy, but you don’t have ...
09/09/2026

HAPPY CHILDREN. STRONGER FAMILIES. POSITIVE FOUNDATIONS.

Being a parent or carer isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to have all the answers!

‍Positive Family Foundations is a FREE, friendly and supportive 10-week course for Coventry parents and carers with children aged 0–10.

Come along to:
Learn about child development & parenting styles
Pick up practical ideas, resources and activities
Share experiences in a welcoming, inclusive group
Enjoy a drink and a snack while you learn!

📍 Telfer Road Adult Education Centre
📅 Every Tuesday from 22 September for 10 weeks
⏰ 6pm–8pm

Ready to join? Visit coventry.gov.uk/coventrylearns, type Family Learning in the keyword box and click Search

Tag a parent or carer who might love this course!

GET READY FOR THE DIGITAL FUTURE! Want to understand AI, data and cybersecurity and learn how to stay safer online? Cov...
09/09/2026

GET READY FOR THE DIGITAL FUTURE!

Want to understand AI, data and cybersecurity and learn how to stay safer online?

Coventry Learns has a fantastic range of courses coming up 👇

Introduction to Data Analysis
Starting Mon 14 Sept | ⏰ 6:00–8:30pm
📍 Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ

Introduction to CyberSecurity
Starting Wed 16 Sept | ⏰ 9:15–11:45am
📍 Telfer Road, CV6 3DR

AI for Everyday Use
Starting Thurs 8 Oct | ⏰ 6:00–8:30pm
📍 Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ

Introduction to AI
Starting Fri 6 Nov | ⏰ 9:15–11:45am
📍 Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ

Scam Awareness
Starting Fri 4 Dec | ⏰ 9:15–11:45am
📍 Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ

To enrol, click the link in the comments and book an enrolment slot!

Which course catches your eye?
Comment below, tag someone who’d be interested, or share this post to spread the word!

COVENTRY LEARNS OPEN DAY - 11 SEP AT KARIS CENTRELooking for new learning opportunities in Coventry? Come along and disc...
09/09/2026

COVENTRY LEARNS OPEN DAY - 11 SEP AT KARIS CENTRE

Looking for new learning opportunities in Coventry?

Come along and discover what Coventry Learns has to offer! Whether you’re interested in learning something new, developing your skills or finding out what opportunities are available at the Karis Centre, drop in and have a chat with the team.

📅 Friday 11 September 2026
⏰ 9:15am – 11:15am
📍 Corpus Christi Community Centre
Langbank Avenue, Coventry, CV3 2QP

It’s a drop-in information session, so come along, ask questions and find out how Coventry Learns can help you take your next step.

We’d love to see you there!

Know someone who might be interested? Share this post and spread the word!

💃 STEP INTO FLAMENCO & BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE! 💃 Fancy trying something new this autumn? Bring some rhythm, energy and Fl...
08/09/2026

💃 STEP INTO FLAMENCO & BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE! 💃

Fancy trying something new this autumn? Bring some rhythm, energy and Flamenco flair into your Monday evenings with Flamenco Dancing Beginners – For Confidence

Whether you’re completely new to Flamenco or simply looking for a fun way to get moving and build your confidence, this 10-week course could be just what you’re looking for.

📅 Starts: Monday 21 September 2026
⏰ Time: 6:15pm–7:15pm
📍 Venue: Coventry Central Hall
🗓️ Duration: 10 weeks

Come along, discover the joy of Flamenco!❤️

To find out more and enrol, please visit www.coventry.gov.uk/adult-education or call us at 024 7697 5200

RAISING LITTLE ONES? JOIN OUR FREE FAMILY LEARNING COURSE! Being a parent or carer can be rewarding, challenging and ev...
08/09/2026

RAISING LITTLE ONES? JOIN OUR FREE FAMILY LEARNING COURSE!

Being a parent or carer can be rewarding, challenging and everything in between! Our friendly and supportive Positive Family Foundations course is here to help you learn more about raising happy, secure children while sharing ideas with other parents and carers.

Who is it for?
Coventry parents and carers with children aged 0–10.

During the course, we’ll:

Explore child development and different parenting styles

Share practical resources and activities you can use at home

Learn together in a welcoming and inclusive group

Make time for a drink and a snack too!

Where it is?

Coffee Tots Community Room, The Wave
New Union Street, Coventry, CV1 2PS

📅 Every Tuesday from 22 September
⏰ 12:30–2:30pm
🗓️ 10 weeks

And best of all… it’s FREE! 🎉

One of our previous learners said they really valued listening to other parents, getting lots of new ideas and learning about Emotion Coaching. ❤️

👉 Ready to join us?
Visit the coventry.gov.uk/coventrylearns and search for “Family Learning” and click Search or you can speak directly to Catherine at Coffee Tots.

Come along, meet other parents and carers, share experiences and pick up practical ideas to support your family.

We’d love to welcome you! 💚

BOOST YOUR DIGITAL SKILLS FOR WORK! Want to feel more confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google applications or cre...
08/09/2026

BOOST YOUR DIGITAL SKILLS FOR WORK!

Want to feel more confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, Google applications or creating professional business documents?

We’ve got a fantastic range of practical courses coming up to help you build your skills, boost your confidence and get workplace-ready! 👇

📝 Microsoft Word for Work – Improvers
📍 Telfer Road, CV6 3DR
📅 Mondays | 9:15–11:45am
▶️ Starts 14/09

📊 Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets for Work – Improvers
📍 Telfer Road, CV6 3DR
📅 Mondays | 9:15–11:45am
▶️ Starts 02/11

📈 Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets for Work – Beginners
📍 Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ
📅 Tuesdays | 6:00–8:30pm
▶️ Starts 03/11

⌨️ Touch-Typing & Business Documents
📍 Cheylesmore Community Centre, CV3 5JL
📅 Tuesdays | 9:15–11:45am
▶️ Starts 15/09

🌐 Google Applications
📍 Cheylesmore Community Centre
📅 Tuesdays | 12:30–3:00pm
▶️ Starts 15/09

Whether you’re looking to improve your skills for work, prepare for a new job or simply become more confident with digital tools, there’s something here for you.

Interested? Don’t miss out!

👇 To enrol, click the link in the COMMENTS and book your enrolment slot.

NEW VENUE, NEW OPPORTUNITY! We’re really excited to be teaming up with Family Hubs as part of a new Community Hub proje...
04/09/2026

NEW VENUE, NEW OPPORTUNITY!

We’re really excited to be teaming up with Family Hubs as part of a new Community Hub project at the City of Coventry Health Centre! 🙌

As part of this exciting new venture, Coventry Learns will be delivering our Level 1 Mental Health course.

Interested in learning more about mental health?

This course is a great opportunity to develop your knowledge and awareness of mental health, helping you to better understand mental wellbeing and build skills that can be useful in everyday life, the community and the workplace.

Come along to our Awareness & Enrolment session!

📅 Tuesday 8 September
🕧 12:30pm
📍 Southfields Old School (SOS), South St, Coventry, CV1 5EJ

We’re delighted to be bringing learning into another community setting and working alongside Family Hubs to make opportunities more accessible to Coventry residents. 💙

Interested? Come along and see us on Tuesday at 12:30pm to find out more.

Have you considered teaching in Further Education or working with adult learners? Are you looking to develop your teachi...
04/09/2026

Have you considered teaching in Further Education or working with adult learners?

Are you looking to develop your teaching skills, knowledge and confidence?

Coventry Adult Education Service is offering the Level 3 Award in Education and Training – a recognised teaching qualification!

During the course, you’ll explore:
• Roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training
• Inclusive teaching and learning approaches
• Understanding assessment in education and training

💬 Here’s what one of our previous learners had to say:

“The information I learnt from this qualification has been so important to my role as a tutor. It has definitely given me the tools and confidence to use the knowledge and skills in my teaching practice.”

Interested? Come along to our Awareness & Enrolment session

📅 Tuesday 8 September 2026
🕓 4pm–6pm
📍 Southfields Old School (SOS), South St, Coventry, CV1 5EJ

The course starts Tuesday 22 September, running 5pm–7:30pm once a week for 16 weeks.

📧 To find out more or book a slot for the awareness/enrolment session, contact [email protected].

Know someone who might be interested in taking their first steps into teaching? Please share this post with them!

Want to feel more confident using computers and digital technology? Our Digital Skills for Improvers courses are a great...
03/09/2026

Want to feel more confident using computers and digital technology? Our Digital Skills for Improvers courses are a great opportunity to build your skills, improve your confidence and learn in a friendly, supportive environment:

📍 Coventry Community Resource Centre, CV6 5EE
📅 Tuesdays | ⏰ 12:30–3:00pm
Starting 15 September

📍 Karis Centre, CV3 2QP
📅 Wednesdays | ⏰ 9:15–11:45am
Starting 16 September

📍 Foleshill Women’s Training Centre, CV6 6ES
📅 Thursdays | ⏰ 9:15–11:45am
Starting 17 September

Whether you want to develop your skills for work, everyday life or further learning, come along and take your digital confidence to the next level!

Click the link in comments to book an enrolment slot today!

Calling all Coventry parents with little ones aged 0–2! Looking for a fun way to spend quality time with your child whi...
03/09/2026

Calling all Coventry parents with little ones aged 0–2!

Looking for a fun way to spend quality time with your child while helping their communication skills grow? 💬📚💕

Join First Words Together at Central Library and enjoy rhymes, stories and games you can play together- plus receive five FREE children’s books! 📖

📅 Mondays for 5 weeks
⏰ 9.30–11.30am
📍 Central Library
🗓️ Starting 21 September 2026

The sessions are designed for parents and children aged 0–2 years, with plenty of ideas for supporting your little one’s communication while having fun together.

Spaces are limited, so enrol before the course starts!

To enrol, visit coventry.gov.uk/coventrylearns , type Family Learning in the keyword box and click search

Five weeks of stories, rhymes, games and special time together - completely FREE!

Please share or tag a Coventry parent who might love this! 💜

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Coventry
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