Autumn brochure 2014 2015

CLAVERHAM ADULT EDUCATION

North Trade Road, Battle, TN33 0HT

2014/2015

www.claverham-education.co.uk

Telephone: 01424 775375

COURSES

TERM DATES

AUTUMN

22 September - 19 December

Half Term - College closed

27 October- 31 October

College resumes on

Monday 3 November

SPRING

5 January – 27 March

Half Term – College closed

16 February - 20 February

College resumes on

Monday 23 February

SUMMER

13 April – 22 July

Closed Bank Holiday Monday

4 May

Half Term – College Closed

25 May – 29 May

College resumes on

Monday 1 June

Please note the term dates for our Adults with

Learning Difficulties and Disabilities courses are

different to the dates shown above (see page 26).

ENROLLING IS EASY

Some courses are very popular and fill up quickly.

Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

So don’t delay, enrol today.

DURING TERM TIME

Monday – Friday

9.30am-3.30pm

Monday, Tuesday &

Wednesday evenings

6.30-9.30pm

The Adult Education

Department is open

throughout the year

including school

holidays

ENROLMENTS CAN BE TAKEN FROM JULY ONWARDS

By telephone

01424 775375 and

enrol by credit/debit card

In person

at the Adult Education Office.

By post

If you would like to pay by cheque, complete the enrolment form in the centre of this prospectus.

Cheques should be made payable to East Sussex County Council, one cheque per course please and post them to:-

Adult Education Department, Claverham Community College,

North Trade Road,

Battle.

TN33 0HT

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Course Information Sheets are available from our website,

by e-mail or telephone.

[email protected]


WE ARE OPEN WE ARE OPEN

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CLAVERHAM ADULT EDUCATION

WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

SUSSEX COAST COLLEGE

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Please call us to discuss any courses you would like to see held in your community or that you might require specifically for your

business.

Telephone: 01424 775375 e-mail:

[email protected]

COURSES FOR

COMMUNITY GROUPS

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CHOICE

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ADULT EDUCATION

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Why choose a course with us?

We pride ourselves on offering a

rewarding and enjoyable experience

from start to finish.

Our courses offer good value for

money and surveys suggest that our

students rate our customer service

very highly.

Ofsted Inspection of June 2014,

reports that: “support and care for

students is particularly good” and

that “learners make rapid progress

on many courses and develop

impressive levels of skills.”

Many of our learners return year

after year, telling us that they

appreciate the College facilities.

The College has free parking on site,

which is especially appreciated

when it comes to evening classes

during the dark, winter months.

Welcome to

Claverham Adult Education

2014-2015 Prospectus

We are only able to accept students over

the age of 19 as of 01/08/2014 upon any

of our courses.

All of our courses are part-time and vary in

length and cost. If you cannot find exactly

what you need from this prospectus please

telephone us on

01424 775375

e-mail us at any time at

[email protected]

or visit our website:


Receipts will be issued to you together

with course details as soon as your

enrolment has been processed.

Refunds will be issued in full if a class

has to be cancelled. We regret that

refunds are not usually given for any

other reason.

Welcome to our 2014/2015 prospectus.

The Adult Education Department has

partnered with Sussex Coast College to

expand the range of learning

opportunities available to you.

Whether you are hoping to learn

something new or to develop existing

skills, there is something for everyone

whatever your age, aptitude or ability.

You can test the water with a one day

workshop, a short course or you can

take the plunge and sign up for a full

year’s course.

Learning can help in many aspects of

life: from getting a job and improving

your career prospects to doing

something you enjoy and meeting new

people.

The Adult Education Department

welcomes your feedback on the courses

being offered and whether there are

other courses you would like to see

included in our programme.

We hope that you find this publication

both informative and useful in helping

you to decide which courses are for you.

Should you require further information, telephone the

Community Education Office on 01424 775375

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Please note that all courses take

place at

Claverham Community College

unless otherwise stated.

Credit Crunched? You may not need to

pay the whole fee in one go. Most course

fees over £100 can be paid in 2 or 3

instalments, ask at the community office

for details. We have a small fund in case

of hardship. All cases will be dealt with on

an individual basis.

Problem Solving We hope that you enjoy your learning experience with us here at Claverham Community College but sometimes problems do arise. If you are unhappy with the service that we provide, please let us know as soon as possible in order for us to make improvements. Should you wish to make a complaint please contact us and we will do our best to put it right. We will deal with your complaint fairly, efficiently and effectively. Please contact the Adult Education Manager in the first instance. Closure of College If the College has to close due to adverse weather conditions or power failure, arrangements will be taken to ensure that the missed sessions take place at a later date.

Can’t make it during the

week? Then look out for our

Saturday courses ☼

Saturdays at a glance can be

found at the back of this

brochure

Our exam courses are

highlighted by

Support for Learners We are committed to supporting all learners. If you have particular needs we hope that you will tell us. We invite you to do this at enrolment or you can talk to us at any stage of your course. We will agree a support plan with you to ensure that you have a successful learning experience with us.

Refreshments Hot and cold drinks are available from our kiosk. Please note that you will need to bring a packed lunch with you to Saturday courses.

BACH FLOWER REMEDIES Carrie Yuen (17300) Spring into a journey of simple healing with Dr Edward Bach. Dr Bach’s philosophy is one of simplicity and this was reflected in his final completed work – the 38 flower remedies which gently ease distress and combat ill health by enabling harmony and peace to flood our lives. The aim of this course is to learn straightforward descriptions of the remedies and other practical information to be able to use the remedies in everyday situations. Monday 05/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £45 5 weeks ☼ FINDING INNER PEACE Carrie Yuen (17301) Come for a day of pure ‘RETREAT’ away from all the stresses and worries of life – put them on hold! Let us explore, share and enjoy the most basic of life form – breathing and relaxing. You will learn simple, easy to follow techniques in correct breathing, relaxation and meditation for your everyday life to relax and/or uplift you. Saturday 24/01/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

ALTERNATIVE

THERAPIES

Learn how to stock your herbal medicine chest

and how to choose essential oils. Learn about

detoxification and discover how our ancestors

equate certain emotions in Chinese medicine,

as well as discover the best ways to eat to

optimize your health. Explore why anger is the

emotion of Spring.

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☼ AUTUMN AMBLE Jackie Saull-Hunt (17303) At this time of year there is a diverse harvest to be found in our hedgerows. Join us for an informative walk, accompanied by a knowledgeable tutor. Complete the day by making some medicinal remedies from samples collected on the way. Saturday 18/10/2014 10am-3pm Fee £25 1 day

☼ PUT A SPRING IN YOUR STEP Jackie Saull-Hunt (17304) Spring is an exciting time for herbalists as a number of Spring tonics such as nettles, cleavers and dandelions are out in abundance. Traditionally herbs have been used in Spring to cleanse the body after Winter. You will learn how to identify and use Spring herbs as tonics and for general health. Saturday 21/03/2015 10am-3pm Fee £25 1 day ☼ SUMMER STROLL Jackie Saull-Hunt (17305) Take time out and discover the bounty of herbs growing wild in our countryside. You will be guided by an expert tutor, eager to impart her knowledge. You will explore the locality collecting samples along the way. Saturday 27/06/2015 10am-3pm Fee £25 1 day

HERBAL WALKS

☼ HAND REFLEXOLOGY Carrie Yuen (17302) The hands and feet are a map of the body, they plot areas of malfunctioning organs and muscles and the body’s structural framework. Organs and muscles are joined by a network of nerves to tiny points on the hands and feet where energy terminates. Come and learn how to carry out this ancient therapy safely and effectively to help yourself, family and friends. Although foot reflexology is the more commonly known method of treatment, hand reflexology has been found to achieve the same results and of course, the hands are more accessible than the feet. Saturday 06/12/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

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☼ INDIAN HEAD AND SHOULDER MASSAGE Carrie Yuen (17306) Indian Head Massage offers an instant de-stressing programme for the entire body, easing muscle tension, relieving mental tiredness, depression, headaches and eyestrain. It helps to promote clear thinking and concentration. Indian Head Massage is simple to learn and enjoyable too. Saturday 08/11/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day ☼ MAKE YOUR OWN INFUSED OILS AND MASSAGE LOTIONS

Jackie Saull-Hunt (17307) Have a go at making your own infused oils and massage lotions from scratch without nasty chemicals! In just one day you will gain a better understanding of the principles of infusing plant material in oil and produce your own massage lotions for various ailments. There will be a small charge for any oils and lotions made. Saturday 07/02/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day NATURAL SKIN CARE Jackie Saull-Hunt (17308) Come and learn how to make your own natural beauty products from plants and herbs to make a variety of products such as body scrubs, natural face masks, skin creams, hair washes, lip balms and eye treatments. Learn how to make safe and effective natural beauty products without the need for chemicals. This is a fun, practical course designed to enable you to make your own products from various herbal and natural ingredients. Samples of your products will be taken home - there will be a small charge for this. Tuesday 04/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

REFLEXOLOGY Carrie Yuen (17309) The hands and feet are a map of the body, they plot areas of malfunctioning organs and muscles and the body’s structural framework. Organs and muscles are joined by a network of nerves to tiny points on the hands and feet where energy terminates. Come and learn how to carry out this ancient therapy safely and effectively to help yourself, family and friends. Monday 03/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks ☼ THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Carrie Yuen Massage is without doubt one of the oldest forms of medicine known to man, having been practised throughout the world since the beginning of time. It is said to reduce fat, strengthen the muscles and firms the skin. Massage can be used for the treatment of various injuries, diseases and psychological effects. You will get hands-on experience of massage techniques and by the end of the course you will be confident to massage friends and family. Saturday 22/11/2014 (17310) or 21/03/2015 (17311) 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day

Although Complementary or Alternative

Therapies and Natural Medicines are

relatively new to Western Culture they

have been accepted, developed and in

use for thousands of years in many other

cultures. It has existed for many

centuries in Chinese, Indian and some

Middle Eastern and Greek civilisations.

They include different approaches and

techniques for treating the whole person.

We would be interested to hear from any

qualified tutors who could offer different

alternative therapy courses which will

complement our existing courses.

Please contact the Community

Education Office on either 01424 775375

or email:

[email protected]

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FLOWER PAINTING IN WATERCOLOUR Val Mays (17314) This course is aimed at students who love floral art and wish to develop their drawing and painting skills in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Discover simplified techniques for drawing and painting flowers and plants, whether detailed botanical studies or looser, more creative images. Battle Guide Hut (free parking) Friday 26/09/2014 10am-12noon Fee £99 10 weeks LEARN TO DRAW John Bath (17315) Designed as an essential introduction to learning how to draw, this course will develop your ability to practice a variety of techniques and methods, enabling you to draw with confidence. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

ART

All courses take place at Claverham

Community College unless otherwise

stated.

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING Lucy Thomas (17312) An introduction to Chinese brush painting is a relaxing, exciting way to unleash creativity and learn new techniques. You will be able to use a brush in free flowing movements, not needing to worry about making mistakes as each stroke is spontaneous and free. You will learn some basic principles and be shown how to paint Chinese characters (words) in an easy to follow method. You will produce artwork to be proud of! This course is open to all abilities. Come along and enjoy some creative cultural fun. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks DRAWING AND WATERCOLOUR PAINTING Val Mays (17313) Learn the tricks and techniques for successful drawing and painting in watercolour. Gain confidence using your pencils, brushes and watercolours in a friendly, relaxed class. This course aims to explain and demonstrate the basic steps: line and tonal drawing, colour mixing, watercolour techniques and developing your own style. This course is complete in itself or may be followed as a basis for progression to a more advanced course or to join an art group. Battle Guide Hut (free parking) Wednesday 24/09/2014 10am-12noon Fee £99 10 weeks

OIL PAINTING FOR BEGINNERS John Bath (17316) Learn the basic skills of successful painting with oils. You will follow week by week activities, culminating in a finished piece of work that you will be confident to display. Wednesday 07/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £99 10 weeks PORTRAITURE DRAWING John Bath (17317) You will be introduced to the structure of rendering the human head as well as exploring the geometry of the face and definition to capture likeness. Wednesday 05/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

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EXPLORE YOUR SEWING MACHINE AND SEWING SKILLS : BEGINNERS Karen Wintle (17318) This course aims to nurture and develop confidence and ability with a range of basic machine skills and techniques. You will explore both basic sewing machines and how to use an overlocker. All students will complete a basic skills folder to take away for future reference and produce at least three simple practical garments. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks EXPLORE YOUR SEWING MACHINE AND SEWING SKILLS: INTERMEDIATE Karen Wintle (17319) Following on from the beginners’ course, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills. Complex techniques will be explored and applied to garments and other textile projects of moderate difficulty. Wednesday 07/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks EXPLORE YOUR SEWING MACHINE AND SEWING SKILLS: ADVANCED Karen Wintle (17320) This course builds upon knowledge and experience from the beginner and intermediate courses. You can expect to complete one or two more intricate items with tutorial support. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks

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EXPLORE YOUR SEWING MACHINE AND SEWING SKILLS: FURTHER ADVANCED Karen Wintle (17321) This course will move on from the advanced sewing course incorporating all the skills and techniques learned so far. The possibilities of 3D pattern cutting and draping will also be explored. It would be useful for students to have a mannequin for this purpose but this is not essential as some students may wish to continue to work with commercial patterns. Students will be encouraged to work with more challenging fabrics and develop garments with complex internal structures. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks

☼ JEWELLERY UPCYCLING Julie Tucker-Williams (17322) Ever think about what to do with those bits of broken jewellery and treasured objects you can't bear to part with? This creative course will give your imagination a kick-start and introduce you to the basics of jewellery making. Don’t worry if you don’t have unwanted beads as there will be a chance to purchase on the day along with silks, wires, clasps and chains priced from £5. This class is for all abilities. Saturday 06/12/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day

You will need to provide your own

sewing machine for any of our sewing

classes. Parking can usually be

arranged close to the classroom.

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JEWELLERY DESIGN AND MAKING Julie Tucker-Williams This course aims to teach and build confidence in the use of basic jewellery tools. You will learn sawing, soldering, cabochon stone setting and texturing. Apply your new-found skills in a creative, experimental and challenging way. Think tradition, design modern, make original! Silver can be purchased from the tutor. Tuesday 23/09/2014 4.45-6.45pm (17323) or 7-9pm (17324) Fee £120 10 weeks ☼ JEWELLERY DESIGN AND MAKING MASTERCLASS Julie Tucker-Williams A beginners' workshop that will introduce you to the art of jewellery making. Think tradition, design modern, make original! Create a unique piece of jewellery in just one day. Saturday 18/10/2014 (17325) or 24/01/2015 (17326) 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day

☼ JEWELLERY:STRINGING, THREADING AND KNOTTING Julie Tucker-Williams Learn the essential skills of stringing and knotting using a variety of threads and finishing techniques with the use of gimp and catches to teach you all you need to know to create the perfectly strung piece of jewellery. Bring along your own beads. However, there will be a large selection of beads, pearls and silver clasps on sale, priced from £5-£50. Saturday 08/11/2014 (17327)

or 21/03/2015 (17328) 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day

KNIT ONE, PURL ONE Jackie Post (17329) Knit your way to a new hobby and learn how to knit from scratch. You will be taught basic stitches, how to cast on and off and how to read a pattern. You will learn to adjust tension and how to make up a finished article. This class is for complete beginners. You’ll be amazed at how easy it really is. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

☼ MAKE YOUR OWN SAMPLE BLIND

Sharon Hamby (17330) During this one day course you will make a sample blind, learning skills for a professional finish. You will be taught how to measure accurately, calculate materials, consider different design options and the benefits of alternative hanging methods. Some basic sewing skills would be helpful but not essential. You will need to bring your own sewing machine. Saturday 18/10/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day ☼ MAKE YOUR OWN SAMPLE CURTAIN Sharon Hamby (17331) During this one day course you will make a sample curtain. You will be taught how to line a curtain and finish with header tape, showing you all the tricks of the trade to produce professionally finished curtains. You will learn how to measure accurately, calculate fabric quantities and pattern match. Some basic sewing skills would be helpful, but not essential. You will need to bring your own sewing machine. Saturday 08/11/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

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More detailed information can be found

on our website:


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WOOD SCULPTURE FOR BEGINNERS Martin Brockman (17338) Even if you have never held a chisel or can’t draw a design, this course will help you build your confidence and show you the correct technique to achieve the results you desire. Learn how to identify timber, planing and carving shapes, finally learning about surface finishes. Monday 29/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks WOOD SCULPTURE ADVANCED Martin Brockman (17339) Work alongside an experienced sculptor to develop your wood carving skills. Plan and create a unique sculpture carved in wood. Research and develop your own ideas, carving in the round, low and high relief. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £99 10 weeks

QUILTING Linda Haley (17332) Create a beautiful quilt for your home using your own chosen material and threads. You will be guided through the techniques, showing you tips and tricks along the way. No previous sewing experience is required. You will need to bring your own sewing machine. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

CHELSEA FLOWER

SHOW GOLD MEDAL

WINNER 2014.

SILVERSMITHING Owen Madhlope Phillips This course is suitable for students of all abilities. If you are new to silversmithing you will be shown how to shape the silver, solder, planish with a hammer, pierce using a small saw and finally polish to a mirror finish. Silver may be purchased from the tutor, cost dependent on weight. Wednesday 24/09/2014 4.45-6.45pm (17333) or 7-9pm (17334) Fee £120 10 weeks ☼SOMETHING TO SUIT YOUR ‘PALLET’ Martin Brockman (17335) A simple wooden pallet can be transformed into almost anything you want it to be: a chair, table, bookcase or even a planter. We’ll provide the pallets and the tutor, you provide the creativity and together you will produce a unique item for home or garden. Saturday 18/10/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day ☼ WILLOW WEAVING Martin Brockman Using seasonal woods, you will be instructed on how to create an ornamental structure to display in your garden, whether it has a practical use or is purely decorative. The fee includes the cost of any willow used. Saturday 21/03/2015 (17336) or Saturday 13/06/2015 (17337)

9.30am-3.30pm Fee £48 1 day

We would like to

congratulate two of

our Wood Sculpture

students as well as

the tutor for their

contribution to this

most fabulous garden.

Gold medal winner in

this year’s Artisan

Garden Section.


[email protected]

01424 775375

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☼ CHOCOLATE HEAVEN WORKSHOP Tina Wakeford (17348) This one day workshop will show you the skills to cover and decorate a chocolate cake with beautiful chocolate roses, curls, cloth and fans. This is no day to calorie count but just have fun and learn the art of creating a cake that will be admired by all, then demolished to the last crumb! Saturday 25/04/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day SUGAR CRAFT: CARNATIONS AND ROSES Tina Wakeford (17349) Create beautiful roses and carnations all made from sugar paste. You will learn how to handle the paste and be taught how to work colour into your flower, making it look almost as good as the real thing. By the end of the course you will have created handmade flowers ready to adorn any cake. All abilities welcome. Wednesday 03/06/2015 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks SUGAR CRAFT: FUCHSIA GREETINGS CARD Tina Wakeford (17350) You will make greetings cards from sugar and decorate with fuchsia flowers. You can use this for a cake or a table decoration. Wednesday 15/04/2015 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks SUGAR CRAFT: MODEL MAKING WITH SUGAR PASTE AND MARZIPAN Tina Wakeford (17351) We will explore many different ways of making model animals and a few other items from sugar paste and marzipan. Easter of course is not far away so this may be on your mind when making some of them! All abilities welcome. Wednesday 25/02/2015 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks

CAKE DECORATING AND

SUGAR CRAFT

SUGAR CRAFT: PLAQUES Tina Wakeford (17352) This useful skill enables you to create a decoration in advance, so no last minute panic when finishing the cake! You will create some spring flowers and then present them in a sugar umbrella, a child’s bootie or a lady’s fan. All abilities welcome. Wednesday 07/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks SUGAR CRAFT: THISTLES AND TARTAN DISPLAY Tina Wakeford (17353) Let’s go north of the border! Tartan, thistles and other flowers will make your Christmas cake a unique one. Wednesday 05/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks SUGAR CRAFT: WINTER DISPLAY Tina Wakeford (17354) As our summer fades into a distant memory, the tutor will show you step by step how to create some beautiful winter flowers. Chinese lanterns, hellebores, ivy and fantasy flowers will be made. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £44 5 weeks

The tutor is very flexible

should you wish to create

another flower

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BASIC COMPUTING SKILLS Lee O’Neill (17424) Learn how to use the keyboard, mouse and basic functions on this fun course. Work at your own pace in a friendly environment on word processing projects and spreadsheets within Microsoft Word and Excel. This course is for those who have never used a computer. Tuesday 13/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £35 5 weeks E-BAY Dale Shepherd Using e-bay can be fun and profitable. Learn the basics to trade on the e-bay auction site, how to set up an account and how to buy and sell safely. Tuesday 23/09/2014 (17340) or Tuesday 21/10/2014 (17341) 4.30-6.30pm 2 hours Fee £10 ILLUSTRATION FOR ALL Lucy Thomas (17342) This course is designed to open your eyes to the world of illustration. From creating your own character to illustrating a book cover or poem. There are no boundaries in illustration. You will use a variety of materials to help bring your images to life including professional computer software, taught in easy steps. Ideal for beginners or the more experienced. There will be something for every new illustrator on this course and it will be fun, dynamic and inspiring, bringing out your artistic abilities and giving inspiration! Tuesday 04/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks iPAD versus TABLET Which one is right for you? Dale Shepherd (17343) Thinking about buying an iPad or tablet but don't know where to start? This session will help you. Your tutor will outline the options available and what you should look for to purchase the right tablet to suit your needs. Tuesday 07/10/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £10 2 hours

SKYPE AND ALL THAT HYPE Dale Shepherd (17345) This short course will give you the skills and knowledge to access the cheapest and best way to communicate with friends and family at home and abroad. Be guided by an expert tutor to find the safest way to use your computer or laptop. Tuesday 11/11/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £10 2 hours TABLETS Dale Shepherd (17346) A tablet computer, or simply tablet is a mobile computer in a single unit. Tablets are equipped with various sensors and a touchscreen, with finger or stylus gestures replacing the need for mouse and keyboard. This session will introduce you to the basic functions of your tablet. Tuesday 20/01/2015 4.30-6.30pm Fee £10 2 hours WEB DESIGN BEGINNERS Lee O’Neill (17347) This course is for students who have little or no web design knowledge and would like to know how to set up their own website. By the end of the course you will have your own website design, ready to go live. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

iPADS Dale Shepherd (17344) Did you know your iPad can shoot photo and video, store and play music, browse the web, organise your diary, respond to emails and store your bookshelf. That's all without delving into over a million downloadable applications in the App Store. Your iPad can become a game play device, a GPS navigation system, a social networking hub, a design suite all at the touch of a...touch screen. This session will introduce you to the basic functions of your iPad and set you on the right path for future exploration. Tuesday 25/11/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £10 2 hours

All courses take place at



☼ ALI BABA’S FEAST John Day (17355) All aboard your magic carpet for a trip of exploration from the Lebanon to the Red Sea and beyond. Discover the wonderful tastes and flavours of Arabic cuisine, making authentic dishes for the perfect meze (small starters), flat breads, koftas and kebabs and of course something sweet to finish such as a classic rose scented Turk lokumu -Turkish delight to you and me. Saturday 25/04/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day CAN COOK, WILL COOK John Day (17356) This course will build on basic skills. You will be cooking two dishes each session. Learn how to synchronise your work so that the food comes to the table at the correct time. Monday 03/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks CAN’T COOK, WON’T COOK John Day (17357) This course is designed for complete beginners. Starting with the basics we will cover preparation methods such as peeling, chopping, rubbing in, creaming, folding in, blending and mixing. Using a range of cooking methods such as boiling, baking, roasting and frying to create a range of simple dishes that can easily be replicated at home. No previous experience needed. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

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COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS John Day (17358) Having the family for Christmas? Learn the tips and tricks you need to prepare and plan the perfect meal with all the trimmings. You will go home after both sessions with part of your preparations complete. Monday 8 & 15/12/2014 7-9pm Fee £20 2 weeks CURRIES, RICE AND ALL THINGS SPICE John Day (17359) Beat the takeaway! Come and create your favourite Indian dishes. During this course you will be shown how different spices enable you to create authentic Indian curries, vegetable dishes, breads and desserts. Some cooking experience would be useful. Wednesday 14/01/2015 6.45-9.15pm Fee £48 4 weeks ☼ DON’T BE SHELLFISH John Day (17360) Prawns and beyond! On this one day workshop you will learn about the different types of shellfish, when they are in season and how to recognise the quality points when selecting fresh shellfish from the fishmonger. You will prepare and cook a range of dishes such as crab thermidor or bisque, moules mariniere or clam chowder and more. Some cooking experience would be an advantage. Saturday 16/05/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

☼ DON’T GET IN A PICKLE John Day (17361) A one day course in the art of making pickles and chutneys. You will prepare and make such items as a traditional English piccalilli, Italian mostarda di Cremona, Indian mango chutney or chilli pickle to name just a few. This course is suitable for all from novice to master chef! Saturday 06/12/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

A list of ingredients will be sent to you prior to the start of

the course.


the course.

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☼ DOUGH YOU CAN’T, YEAST YOU CAN John Day (17362) This one day workshop will cover a wide range of yeast dough products, which will include savoury and sweet buns. You will find out how yeast works and how to use it correctly and be shown the techniques of mixing, kneading, proving, knocking back and shaping. Finally, you will bake a selection of different breads and buns. This course is suitable for all levels of experience. Saturday 18/10/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day ☼ DOWN MEXICO WAY John Day (17363) Spice up your cooking. Learn about the different regions and styles of cooking, flavours and spices used, that make the food of Mexico so tasty. Dishes such as the famous mole poblano (chicken or turkey cooked in a rich chilli and chocolate sauce), a dish not for the faint-hearted, as is most Mexican food it can be HOT! Some previous cooking experience would be an advantage. Saturday 13/06/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day ☼ FAIR GAME John Day (17364) Do you enjoy eating meat? Are you bored with the same offering from the supermarkets? Then this course is for you. Wild game meats are not only a tasty alternative but also a healthy one as they are low in fat. During this one day workshop you will learn how to prepare and cook a range of game such as wild boar or venison, pheasant, wild duck or partridge. Saturday 22/11/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

FOOD FROM AROUND THE WORLD John Day (17365) Cook your way around the world in five weeks. From the fresh and fragrant flavours of Asia, the aroma and spice of the East, and the exotic tastes of North Africa. Prepare hearty, warm dishes that may conjure up holiday memories or simply heighten your taste bud sensations. Monday 23/02/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

☼ GET THE PARTY STARTED John Day (17366) Add a bit of finesse to your party by making some impressive, quick and easy nibbles and canapes. Irresistible, easy to pick up finger food ideal for a crowd and perfect for preparing ahead. Wednesday 10 & 17/12/2014 7-9pm Fee £20 2 weeks GREAT BRITISH FOOD John Day (17367) The best of British dishes, big on comfort, timeless and tasty. This course will attempt to capture the heart and soul of British cuisine and cook food that puts a smile on your face. Monday 05/01/2015 7pm-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks ☼ IT’S ALL GREEK TO ME John Day (17368) Greek food is simple and elegant, with flavours subtle to robust, textures smooth to crunchy, fresh and timeless, nutritious and healthy. Preparing and enjoying Greek food is an adventure. Discovering, tasting, experiencing Greek food, truly one of the joys we can all share. Saturday 09/05/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day


the course.


[email protected]

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ORIENT EXPRESS John Day (17369) Take a culinary tour of the Orient. You will prepare and cook a selection of dishes from Thailand, China, Korea, Vietnam and Malaysia. Learn how to recognise and use exotic ingredients. Understand flavour combinations and cooking methods used in oriental cookery. Wednesday 25/02/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks OUT OF AFRICA John Day (17370) Join us for a culinary safari of Africa. From Sudan to South Africa a mouth-watering array of dishes awaits. This is a chance to sample some very unique ingredients offering new tastes and flavours. Wednesday 15/04/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks PAN PACIFIC John Day (17371) Explore the cuisine of the Pacific Islands including Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Taiwan and Hawaii. You will have the opportunity to prepare and cook some wonderfully exotic dishes and discover some new recipes to broaden your repertoire. Wednesday 03/06/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

PIZZA, PASTA AND ALL THINGS ITALIAN John Day (17372) Italian cuisine has always been known for using garlic, olive oil, tomatoes and its love of wine, and for that uncanny way it has of defying the rules: the more you eat the healthier you are. Italy offers so many appetizing types of food it's going to be hard to choose which recipes to cook in only five weeks! Your Italian dishes will be authentic, delicious and easy to make. Monday 13/04/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

☼ POP-UP RESTAURANT John Day (17373) Have you ever wondered what it is like to work in the heat of a restaurant kitchen under pressure to produce a perfect meal for paying guests. On this special one day workshop you will prepare, cook and serve a three course lunch with wines to accompany each course, starting with canapés through to dessert. This day is for two people, one who works as the chef and the other as the invited guest. On completion of the cooking we will all sit down and enjoy lunch together. The cost is for two and includes all food and drink. Saturday 08/11/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £85 1 day

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SLICE AND DICE– KNIFE SKILLS John Day (17374) Learn to chop, slice and dice like a professional in this five part evening course and at the same time prepare and cook exciting dishes. Each session you will improve your knife skills, from chopping an onion and chiffonading herbs, to jointing a chicken and filleting fish. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks


the course.

SOLO DINER John Day (17375) Tired of eating leftovers for a week just to use up all the extra food from a recipe meant for four people? Cooking for one doesn’t have to be unimaginative. Come along and be motivated to create tasty meals without wasting a single morsel. Wednesday 05/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

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A list of ingredients will be sent to you prior to the start of the

course.

COOKERY continued

WINE AND DINE John Day (17380) This course is designed to help you with those special occasion dinner parties, including planning the menu, choice of wines to serve with the food and presentation tips to add that professional touch. Each week you will prepare and cook a range of dishes, from starters to main course and desserts and get a chance to sample the wine and food. Some cooking experience would be helpful but not essential. Monday 01/06/2015 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks

☼ YOU SHALL HAVE A FISHY

…WHEN THE BOAT COMES IN John Day (17381) You will start your morning at Rock a Nore fishmongers, opposite the Hastings fishing fleet and famous net houses. Here you will be guided on the types of fish available and which quality points to look for when selecting fresh fish. After purchasing your fish you will go back to Claverham and continue the day with a practical session. Back at base you will learn preparation methods such as gutting, washing, filleting and skinning and filleting fish before moving on to cooking and finishing by preparing suitable sauces and garnishes to accompany the fish. Some cooking experience would be helpful but not essential. Saturday 21/03/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

☼ WHAT’S FOR DESSERT? John Day (17378) If your favourite part of the meal is dessert or pudding then this is the course for you. You will cover preparation methods and skills, such as making mousses, soufflés, using chocolate, making fruit coulis and other sauces, to help you create a show-stopping finale to any meal. Saturday 24/01/2015 9.30-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

☼ SOME LIKE IT HOT! John Day (17376) What a feast! Create a sumptuous Indian Saturday night takeaway, to enjoy for your supper. You will produce a range of authentic dishes during the day. Some previous cooking experience would be helpful but not essential. Saturday 14/03/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

☼ WE’RE JAMMING John Day (17377) No, not playing music, making jams and preserves. Learn how to prepare and make a range of jams and marmalades using seasonal fruits and even the odd vegetable or two. Saturday 27/06/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

☼ WHEAT AND GLUTEN FREE COOKING John Day (17379) Do you have an intolerance to wheat or gluten? If so, this course could help you find the answer by providing suitable alternatives for making bread, pastry for pies and tarts, sauces and gravies. Some cooking experience would be helpful but not essential. Saturday 07/02/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £35 1 day

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FAMILY HISTORY

FAMILY HISTORY: WHERE TO START? Toby Carpenter (17382) More and more people are enjoying researching their family history. Computers and the Internet make this research much quicker and easier than it used to be. This course is for people who wish to improve upon their basic computer skills whilst learning how to research their family tree. An e-mail address is required. A simple step by step guide will be provided. Wednesday 05/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

AN INTRODUCTION TO COUNSELLING SKILLS – TASTER SESSION Sharon Blight Do you feel that you have good listening skills and would like to look at becoming a Counsellor? Come and chat to our tutor to find out more about Counselling training at Claverham. Monday 21/07/2014 6-8pm (15836) Monday 08/09/2014 6-8pm (15832) Fee FREE 2 hours LEVEL 2 AWARD IN COUNSELLING CONCEPTS Sharon Blight (17427) This accredited course is for those students wishing to enhance their interpersonal skills. It is intended as an overview of counselling and aims to introduce students to the main elements of the subject. There are three units to this award: The Professional Context of Counselling, Communication Skills in Helping Relationships and An Introduction to Personal Development. The minimum age for this course is 21. Monday 22/09/2014 6-9pm Fee £180 10 weeks LEVEL 2 AWARD IN COUNSELLING SKILLS Sharon Blight (17428) On completion of the Counselling Concepts course you may wish to progress onto this Level 2 Award in Counselling Skills course which consists of two units: Level 2 in Counselling Skills and Personal Development and Level 2 in Using Counselling Skills. Monday 12/01/2015 6-9pm Fee £420 20 weeks

COUNSELLING

RESEARCHING YOUR MILITARY ANCESTORS Tina Brown (17384) With the centenary of World War One, this year is an ideal time to look into your family history. Have you ever wanted to trace your family military history? Do you want to know more about your ancestors involvement in World War One. This friendly and informal course will help put you on the right track. This course is aimed at beginners who have very little or no prior knowledge in this subject. The two sessions are deliberately split so that there will be time in-between for research and to come back with questions and queries in the second session. Tuesday 30/09/2014 7-9pm and 21/10/2014 Fee £20 2 days

☼ HISTORY OF TATTOOS Tina Brown (17383) This fun and informal course offers a fascinating insight into the history of tattoos. Tattoos are an everyday part of life, but how did they begin and how have they been viewed throughout time? Explore how tattoos have been used in ancient Egypt to tell someone’s status and how in Victorian times tattooed people were employed by Freak Shows. There will be an opportunity to view designs from the past and today. Come and share your own story about your tattoo. Saturday 22/11/2014 9.30am-12.30pm Fee £15 3 hours

CREATIVE WRITING Helen Holden (17417) Creative writing is considered to be any writing: fiction, poetry or non-fiction. This course is designed to identify your strengths and interests as a writer. The emphasis is on finding your own direction and style through experiment, practice and constructive feedback. It is open, not only to aspiring writers but for anyone with an interest in reading and writing. Wednesday 05/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

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FLORISTRY

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A FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AND TABLE ARRANGEMENTS Hettie Waghorn (17385) Gain creative skills to create table displays with a difference. This step by step series of workshops will keep the costs low by using flowers, lights and other materials you may already have in your home. There may, however be a minimal additional cost of floristry items each week. Suitable for all abilities. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks A TASTE OF CONTEMPORARY FLOWER ARRANGING Hettie Waghorn (17386) Explore a contemporary, uncluttered approach to flower arranging. Learn to achieve easy designs with maximum effect, displaying flowers simply without over wiring. You will learn how to use colour and texture to create a spectacular arrangement each week. Monday 24/02/2015 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks A TROPICAL FLOWER ADVENTURE Hettie Waghorn (17387) Would you like to experience a more adventurous approach to flower arranging? This course explores how to create beautiful, bold and exotic arrangements using unusual flowers and foliage. Suitable for all skill levels. Some materials will be provided by the tutor and there will be some additional items required each week. Monday 13/04/2015 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks

Additional floristry items will need to be purchased each week at a cost of around £10 but you will leave with a

beautiful arrangement that would cost much more in the shops.

All courses take place at



☼ YOUR OWN GIFT-WRAPPED BOUQUET Hettie Waghorn (17388) Gift-wrapped bouquets are ideal for the person who loves to arrange their own flowers and will delight the person receiving them. Gain the skills to create a beautiful gift-wrapped bouquet using a handful of garden or bought flowers. You will learn how to source materials, construct and gift-wrap a posy, a long stemmed bouquet and a house plant. Saturday 07/02/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £55 1 day DECORATE YOUR HOUSE AT CHRISTMAS Hettie Waghorn (17389) Decorating a house in anticipation of Christmas is almost as fun as opening presents on Christmas morning. Create the perfect classic setting for this year's Christmas dinner with inspirational ideas for decorating your house. Learn how to make a floral centrepiece for the dining room table, a garland from swathes of foliage and a door wreath with vintage charm. To keep the cost down we will use the local countryside to provide foliage, pine cones, twigs and berries for your creations. Monday 10/11/2014 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks

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FIRST STEPS WITH FLOWERS Hettie Waghorn (17391) Are you a florist at heart? Have you ever gazed at a beautiful floral arrangement and wished you could be that creative? Why not try your hand at flower arranging? Learn the tips and tricks so you’ll never have to buy a store-bought bouquet ever again. This course is for beginners. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks FLORISTRY: WRAP AND PACK Hettie Waghorn (17390) This course has been specifically tailored for those students who have already achieved ABC Level 1 Award in Practical Floristry Skills. The module covered will be: Level 1 in Wrap and Pack Goods for Customers in a Retail Environment. This unit will add a further three credits to your Level 1 Award. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £135 9 weeks SUMMER FLOWERS Hettie Waghorn (17392) Many florists enjoy creating arrangements out of whatever flowers they choose at whatever time of year they choose. However, using locally sourced, seasonal flowers is a great way to keep arrangements fresh, interesting, moderately priced and as environmentally friendly as possible. You will learn valuable skills enabling you to create a stylish designs for home. You will also be shown tricks of the trade to help you create instant table arrangements, using few materials. Monday 08/06/2015 7-9pm Fee £55 5 weeks

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☼ WEDDING DAY FLOWERS A Trial Run Hettie Waghorn (17393) Wedding flowers are the final touch to make your wedding day perfect. Get beautiful floral ideas for your big day, learn ways in which to keep your flower costs low without losing the stunning impact you would like. All styles will be catered for whether you wish to be traditional, trendy or rustic. You will have the opportunity to design your own bridal bouquet, centrepiece, a boutonnière and a wristlet. Saturday 14/03/2015 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £45 1 day WHOLESALE FLOWER MARKET EXPERIENCE Hettie Waghorn (17394) This is the ultimate package. Arrive early and pay a visit to a wholesale flower market in Brighton with its bustle of traders surrounded by a sea of colour and fragrance. Select your own flowers to take back to the College and enjoy a creative session using your flowers to create delightful arrangements. Thursday 30/10/2014 7.30am – 4.30pm Fee £55 (includes transport)

Additional floristry items will need to be purchased each week at a cost of around £10 but you will leave with a

beautiful arrangement that would cost much more in the shops.

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GCSE COURSES

ENGLISH GCSE Mike Stewart (17425) This course aims to improve your skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening and to prepare you for your GCSE exam in one year. The course is suitable if you are returning to study after a break or re-sitting in order to improve your grade. Reading and written work will be set every week and will need to be undertaken at home. This work will form the focus of much of the class discussion. Monday 06/10/2014 7-9pm Fee £240 25 weeks Fee remission £120 MATHS GCSE Sean Tottman (17426) The course is aimed at those students who wish to obtain a C grade It covers aspects of number, shape and space, statistics and algebra. The length of the course restricts the content to the topics leading to a top grade of C at the Foundation Tier. There is a calculator and non-calculator paper of equal weighting, each lasting 1 hour 45 minutes. Considerable and regular private study is required to practice answering questions on topics covered in the classroom. You will be advised of the recommended text book prior to the start of the course. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £240 28 weeks Fee remission £120

Courses over £100 can be paid in

instalments with the manager’s

agreement. The amount and timescale

will be negotiable for each student.

All courses take place at Claverham

Community College unless otherwise

stated.

GARDENING

VEGETABLE AND FRUIT GARDENING MADE EASY Bella Ryan (17395) Love to grow fruit and vegetables but haven’t a clue where to start? Fill your garden with delicious fresh crops from salad to herbs, sweetcorn to strawberries. Learn what works and what doesn’t. The tutor will take you through a year in the edible garden, from how to assess your garden for planting to preparing the soil, to choosing the best crops to grow. Simple no nonsense and full of time saving tips and advice. Whether you have a vast garden or just a little patio, I’ll get you growing more crops than you could ever think possible. Tuesday 24/02/2015 10am-12.30pm Fee £55 5 weeks

We have excellent gardening facilities at

the College – unused garden area,

equipment, polytunnel, water, power. If

you know of a group of budding gardeners

that would like the opportunity to start

growing their own vegetables from scratch

please contact the Community Education

Office on 01424 775375

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MODERN FOREIGN

LANGUAGES

WHICH COURSE, WHAT LEVEL?

If you are unsure of the level at which you

should start studying please check below.

Absolute Beginners :

Never tried to learn a language

Beginners:

Only experience is being taught at school

Improvers:

One or two years tuition or experience

Intermediate:

Two or three years tuition or experience

Advanced/GCSE:

Three or four years tuition or experience

Our Modern Foreign Language

courses are advertised for 10 weeks

initially with the option of further

weeks if the demand is there.

LANGUAGES

BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE

BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE LEVEL 1 Davina Merricks (17429) Are you fascinated seeing an interpreter sign on TV? Are you curious as to how deaf people communicate using their hands? British Sign Language is a challenging language to learn but rewarding to be able to communicate in simple, everyday language with a non-hearing person. The qualification is divided into three units. To achieve the full Level 1 Certificate you will be required to pass all three units. Students are assessed by practical exercises some of which must be recorded. The exam fee is included in the cost of the course which can be paid in instalments. Wednesday 05/11/2014 6-8.30pm Fee £320 26 weeks

FRENCH

FRENCH BEGINNERS Sandrine Quéant (17397) This course is aimed at the complete beginner. You will be encouraged and nurtured in a relaxed, friendly environment to learn the French language from scratch. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks FRENCH IMPROVERS Sandrine Quéant (17398) This course is aimed at those who have completed the French Beginner’s course or are not a complete beginner. The course will include role-play, listening exercises, games and grammar to help you converse. The book ‘French for Starters’ (Cambridge Edition) will be used at a cost of approximately £12. Wednesday 24/09/2014 4.45- 6.45pm Fee £90 10 weeks FRENCH INTERMEDIATE Sandrine Quéant (17399) You will explore more grammar such as the use of imperfect tense and future tense and practice reading, listening and speaking skills with the help of a CD and a book (French Experience 1). Now that you know some key sentences to order your food, book a room etc… you will be encouraged to form your own sentences and express your opinion, preferences and points of view. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks

FRENCH ADVANCED Françoise Cumming (17396) You will be encouraged to explore and discuss authentic texts and listening materials based on topical issues, everyday life, culture and current affairs. You will take part in dialogues, discussions and debates and be encouraged to express opinions, preference and points of view. Your knowledge and understanding of structure will be extended as you describe experiences and events using an appropriate range of tenses. You will be using ‘Rendez-vous magazine’ to support you. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks

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ITALIAN

ITALIAN BEGINNERS Susy Fra (17400) This course is for those who have little or no previous knowledge of the Italian language. Learn how to deal with everyday situations such as ordering food and drinks, asking for directions as well as shopping and travelling around Italy, whilst learning some basic grammar. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks ITALIAN IMPROVERS Susy Fra (17401) This course is for people who have studied Italian for at least one year or have equivalent knowledge of the language. You will improve your use and understanding of Italian in a variety of situations and increase your confidence and your knowledge of Italian culture in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks ITALIAN INTERMEDIATE Susy Fra (17402) This course is ideally suited for those who have studied the Italian language for three/ four years or have equivalent knowledge of the language. You will improve your use and understanding of Italian in a variety of practical situations and increase your confidence and knowledge of Italian culture in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks

MANDARIN CHINESE

MANDARIN CHINESE FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Xiaoyao Ma (17403) Mandarin Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world with more than 1.3 billion Chinese people that can speak Mandarin. This course is specifically designed for those students who want to grasp the fundamentals of Mandarin Chinese as well as an understanding of Chinese culture. Daily conversational skills in Mandarin Chinese will be taught. Topics will include how to greet people and introduce yourself, order food and drink, ask directions and basic shopping needs. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks

SPANISH BEGINNERS Claudia de la Zerda (17404) This course is for those students with very little or no knowledge of Spanish and want to be able to communicate in basic everyday situations when on holiday. Topics will include ordering food, buying tickets, asking for directions and booking hotel rooms. The session will be fun and give you the confidence to speak, read and understand signs and menus when abroad. Text book (to be purchased) will be advised at the first session. Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks SPANISH CONVERSATION Claudia de la Zerda (17405) This course is for those students who have at least two years experience and knowledge of the language. You will improve your use and understanding of Spanish in a variety of practical situations. Increase your confidence and knowledge of Spanish culture in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Text book (to be purchased) will be advised at the first session. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks SPANISH IMPROVERS Claudia de la Zerda (17406) This course is for students who have completed a beginner’s course or have equivalent knowledge of the language. You will improve your use and understanding of the Spanish language in a variety of situations and increase your confidence and knowledge of Spanish culture in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Text book (to be purchased) will be advised at the first session. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £90 10 weeks

SPANISH

PERFORMING ARTS

CLARINET AND SAXOPHONE Alun Francis Have you always wanted to play the clarinet or saxophone and never got around to it, or reached a level, and would like to progress further? Why not take advantage of this opportunity to realise your potential? Simply match your ability with the courses on offer. You’ll be amazed at how much you will improve. Fee £100 per 10 weeks Clarinet Advanced (001) Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-8pm Clarinet Improvers (002) Monday 22/09/2014 6-7pm Clarinet Intermediate (003) Monday 22/09/2014 8-9pm Clarinet Year 2 (004) Tuesday 23/09/2014 8-9pm Clarinet Year 3 (005) Monday 22/09/2014 7-8pm Saxophone Beginners (006) Wednesday 24/09/2014 8-9pm Saxophone Intermediate (007) Tuesday 23/09/2014 6-7pm Saxophone Improvers (008) Wednesday 24/09/2014 7-8pm Saxophone Year 3 (009) Wednesday 24/09/2014 6-7pm

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KEYBOARDS FOR BEGINNERS Gary Gasson (17407) This course is for students that have little or no experience of playing the electronic keyboard. Students will learn to read and play back basic music notation, develop a basic understanding of chord construction, harmonic chord progressions and the operating functions of a keyboard. Enjoy playing in a friendly and informal setting. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks

LEARN THE ART OF AFRICAN DRUMMING Jamie Harris (17408) You will learn some basic playing techniques for African drums and be shown how to apply these techniques to playing patterns from the vibrant drumming traditions of specific African cultures. You will have the chance to play rhythms in a group setting, to experience cross rhythms as well as developing timing, groove and listening skills. Monday 23/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks

SONG WRITING

TROUBADOUR SONG WRITING CLUB Jamie Harris (17410) Remember the classic singer song writing days of the 60’s and 70’s when artists such as Joni Mitchell, Carol King and Bob Dylan released those classic albums tinged with blues, folk and jazz? This course is for poets to turn their words into song. You may have a few chords and lyrics but are still struggling to get that first song out. Perhaps you enjoy singing and/or play keyboard or guitar but would like more experience playing. Help will be given with arranging songs in a group with tuition. Monday 20/04/2015 7-9pm Fee £65 10 weeks


[email protected]

DRUMMING: YOU COULD BE IN CUBA Jamie Harris (17409) Spend ten weeks imagining you are in the favelas of Cuba learning how to play rumbas, Abajua, afoxe and more. Afro-Cuban rhythms form the basis for much of Cuba’s modern music such as salsa or Mozambique. They are traditionally performed without any other instruments other than drums and voices, also with dancers (tuition not included). Some drums will be provided but please bring your own if you have one. Any type of hand drum is acceptable, for example: conga, djembes or darabukkas. Monday 12/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £80 10 weeks

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SINGING

SING YOUR HEART OUT Ailsa Vinson (17411) Have you ever wanted to join a choir but have never felt confident enough to try? This is your opportunity to let off steam and come and sing with other fellow singers. You will sing a variety of songs from different parts of the world and different styles of music, including folk, jazz, musicals, gospel and anything you might like to bring along! Come and experience the wellbeing of singing and try something new. All abilities are welcome to join this course. Tuesday 23/09/2014 7-8.30pm Fee £48 10 weeks

☼ DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS – BEGINNERS Debal Bagchi If you are starting out in photography or an amateur photographer looking to get to grips with more than the auto functions on your camera, then this course is perfect for you. You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about camera settings, creative exposures, lighting introduction and portraiture as well as how to avoid blurred photographs. Saturday 24/01/2015 (17413) or 25/04/2015 (17414) 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day ☼ DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS Finding The Photographer Within Debal Bagchi (17415) This course is suitable for photographers who are comfortable with their camera’s settings. It will develop your creative and technical skills, through an exploration of design, composition and textural impacts within the photographic image. Learn how to use manual exposure for creative and correct exposures. Evoke mood and sense of place, use selective focus and explore the visual dynamics of a subject. You will have a chance to explore your personal creative vision and evaluate your work with others. Saturday 22/11/2014 9.30am-3.30pm Fee £38 1 day INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Debal Bagchi (17416) This is an exciting introductory course to digital photography. The course starts with the very basics of digital photography and composition techniques and then progresses on to practical demonstrations. You will learn how to use all the functions on your digital camera, how to avoid the pitfalls and how to correct and enhance your digital pictures on the computer. Monday 22/09/2014 7-9pm Fee £75 10 weeks

PHOTOGRAPHY

BTEC LEVEL 2 AWARD IN PHOTOGRAPHY Debal Bagchi (17430) This course aims to provide you with the skills and visual language needed to explore the creative use of photography. Using traditional, digital or film based cameras you will focus more on the camera rather than on printing techniques. You will capture your own original images, enhancing your work, by studying influential past and contemporary photographers. Tuesday 23/09/2014 6.30-9pm Fee £295 24 weeks DIGITAL IMAGING USING ADOBE PHOTOSHOP Debal Bagchi (17412) This course provides hands-on training in the basics of Adobe Photoshop. During the practical teaching sessions, you will develop skills for creating, manipulating and mixing images for such purposes as web pages, desktop publishing or digital art works. Monday 12/01/2015 7-9pm Fee £48 5 weeks

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ADULTS WITH

LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND DISABILITIES

MONDAY CLUB

Courses specifically designed to help

learners with difficulties and

disabilities. Telephone: 01424 775375

e-mail: [email protected]


ARTS AND CRAFT Hannah Nekounam (17418) Come and be creative with paper, paints, scissors and all things craft. Hannah is a very talented and creative tutor. You will get a lot of enjoyment from this course. The fee includes all the material costs and you will take away whatever you make. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30pm-6.30pm Fee £70 10 weeks

Courses specifically designed

to help learners with difficulties

and disabilities. Telephone: 01424 775375

[email protected]


COOKING WITH JOHN

John Day (17420) You will learn a variety of skills in the kitchen and produce a different dish each week. The fee includes all the cost of the ingredients and you will take away whatever you make. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30pm-6.30pm Fee £85 10 weeks

BEING CREATIVE WITH FLOWERS Hettie Waghorn (17419) Learn new skills, while making lovely arrangements to take home. Hettie enjoys teaching a variety of floristry related subjects in a friendly, relaxed approach. The fee includes the cost of the flowers and resources. You will take home whatever you create each week. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30pm-6.30pm Fee £85 10 weeks

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TERM DATES

AUTUMN

29 September - 8 December

Half Term - College closed

27 October– 31 October

College resumes on

Monday 3 November

SPRING

12 January – 23 March

Half Term – College closed

16 February - 20 February

College resumes on

Monday 23 February

SUMMER

20 April – 6 July

Closed Bank Holiday Monday 4 May

Half Term – College Closed

25 May – 29 May

College resumes on

Monday 1 June

EVERYTHING CAKE

Tina Wakeford (17422) If you have a sweet tooth then this course is for you. Learn how to make a variety of things including chocolate truffles, cupcakes, biscuits, peppermint sweets and simple animals in fondant. Tina has been baking and icing cakes for many years. She has a lovely manner and will make the classes fun and enjoyable. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £80 10 weeks

DRUMMING WITH JAMIE

Jamie Harris (17421) Using your hands you’ll play drums and a variety of other percussion instruments. You will learn how to count and pick out drum patterns as well as making your own drum songs using simple chants and melodies. Jamie is a professional percussionist and singer who has travelled to many places around the world to play music. He has been using music to work with people with a learning disability for many years. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £70 10 weeks

WOODCRAFT WITH MARTIN

Martin Brockman (17423) Martin spends his life working with wood, his passion for all things wood are very clear to see in his teaching. During this course you will learn different woodcraft skills and make a variety of items that you will take home. Monday 29/09/2014 4.30-6.30pm Fee £70 10 weeks

Courses specifically designed to

help learners with difficulties and

disabilities. Telephone: 01424 775375

[email protected]


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FITNESS CLASSES

TOTAL BODY WORKOUT - Cardio toning

Mondays 5.45 – 6.30 with Sue £5.00

SUPER CIRCUITS - The ultimate workout


PILATES FITNESS - Abs & more


FITSTEPS - Strictly ballroom & latin fitness

Tuesdays 8.15 – 9.00 with Jodie £5.00

PILATES FITNESS - Abs & more

Wednesdays 5.45 – 6.30 with Sue £5.00

YOGA FITNESS - Flexibility & strength

Wednesdays 6.30 – 7.30 with Sue £5.00

BOXERCISE - Effective boxing fitness training

Wed 7.40 – 8.30 with Andy Hitch £5.00

SPINNING – Vigorous,calorie burning indoor cycle

Thursdays 5.15 – 6.00 with Paul £5.00


KETTLE BELLS - Kettlebell fitness class


ZUMBA FITNESS – Latin-inspired dance

Sundays 10.00 – 11.00 with Becky £5.00

FITNESS GYM

We have a selection of Cardio-Vascular and Resistance machines in addition to a wide range of Dumbells, all designed to allow you to create your own programme to suit your individual needs and meet your personal objectives.

Whether you are looking to tone up, lose weight, build muscle mass or increase endurance, we can help you achieve your goals.

New users are required to have an Induction session which may be booked at reception at a cost of £7.50.

JUNIOR CLUBS

Monday Climbing Yrs 4,5,6,7,8 5.00-6.00 £3.00* Brighton & Hove Football 5.00-7.30

Tuesday Trampolining Beginners 4.50-5.50 £3.00* Trampolining Inters 5.50-6.50 £3.00* Ballet 5.00-8.00

Wednesday Judo 5.00-7.00

Thursday Indoor Tennis Coaching Ages 5-9 5.00-6.00 £5.00* Indoor Tennis Coaching Ages 10-14 6.00-7.00 £5.00* Contemporary Dance Ages 14 - 18 6.00 - 7.00 £3.00* Table Tennis 7.00 - 8.30

Friday Ballet Yrs 10 , 11 3.45-7.30 Roller Skating Lessons 5.00 - 6.00 £5.00 Roller Disco 6.00 - 7.30 £4.00 Archery (beginners course age 14+) 8.00-10.00 £20.00

Saturday Mini Football Coaching Yr 1 –4 9.00-10.00 £3.00* Street Dance Yr 3 – 6 9.00-10.00 Street Dance Yr 7-13 10.00-11.30 Judo 10.30 -12.00

Sunday Basketball Ages 8-12 10.00-11.00 £3.00* Basketball Ages 13-16 11.00-12.00 £3.00* Jui Jitsu Ages 6-16 10.30-11.30

*Non-Members should add 60p Daily Admission Fee

Please phone to check availability for any of these junior clubs before attending the first session, as some will have a waiting

list.

For further information or to book, call 01424 774772 or visit www.BattleSportsCentre.com

BATTLE SPORTS CENTRE

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SATURDAY 18 OCTOBER Autumn Amble Jewellery Design & Making Masterclass Make Your Own Sample Blind Something to Suit Your ‘Pallet’ Dough You Can’t, Yeast You Can

SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER

Indian Head & Shoulder Massage

Make Your Own Sample Curtain

Pop-Up Restaurant

Jewellery: Stringing, Threading & Knotting

SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER

Therapeutic Massage

Fair Game

History of Tattoos

Digital Photography Masterclass: Finding

the Photographer Within

SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER

Hand Reflexology

Jewellery Upcycling

Don’t Get in a Pickle

SATURDAY 24 JANUARY

Finding Inner Peace

Jewellery Design & Making Masterclass

What’s For Dessert?

Digital Photography Masterclass: Beginners

SATURDAY 7 FEBRUARY

Make Your Own Infused Oils and Massage

Lotions

Wheat & Gluten Free Cooking

Create Your Own Gift-Wrapped Bouquet

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS AT A GLANCE

All classes start at 9.30am and finish at 3.30pm unless

otherwise stated in the brochure.

SATURDAY 14 MARCH

Some Like it Hot!

Wedding Day Flowers- A Trial Run

SATURDAY 21 MARCH

Put a Spring in Your Step

Therapeutic Massage

Willow Weaving

You Shall Have a Fishy…

Jewellery: Stringing, Threading &

Knotting

SATURDAY 25 APRIL

Digital Photography Masterclass:

Beginners

Chocolate Heaven Workshop

Ali Baba’s Feast

SATURDAY 9 MAY

It’s All Greek to Me

SATURDAY 16 MAY

Don’t be Shellfish

SATURDAY 13 JUNE

Willow Weaving

Down Mexico Way

SATURDAY 27 JUNE

Summer Stroll

We’re Jamming

Everyone needs balance

in their life - work,

family, hobbies and

leisure time activities.

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CLAVERHAM ADULT

EDUCATION

CELEBRATING

ADULT LEARNERS’

WEEK IN 2014

DOING WHAT MAKES

YOU HAPPY

ADULT EDUCATION

CLAVERHAM COMMUNITY

COLLEGE

NORTH TRADE ROAD

BATTLE TN33 0HT

[email protected]


Telephone : 01424 775375

http://www.claverham-education.co.uk/



Documents

Autumn brochure 2014 2015