Family learning courses
Our heart is with the welfare and learning of children and their families. We encourage families to learn together while building family relationships and bonds. We work with parents and carers of all abilities to engage them in learning. The team aims to build confidence, skills and knowledge so parents can help their children with homework and understand school topics. Our courses are the first steps to gaining qualifications and getting a job. The majority of courses are free and are based in central Gateshead, schools and community venues.
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Would you like to create a scrapbook of your special memories? On this course you can design and create a scrapbook on a topic of your choice.
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Would you like to learn new silk painting techniques? On this course you will create a unique piece of artwork using silk painting techniques.
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Our Spring Savings Course will help take control of your family's finances over the school holidays while making magical memories! This interactive course covers budgeting basics, creative ways to save, and planning free or low-cost days out.
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Do you want to get the most out of reading with your child? Story Sacks is a course that will help you develop your child's enjoyment of books. You will design and decorate a cloth bag using a beloved book.
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This course will help you to understand how you can save and set a budget for Christmas.
Scrapbooking
Silk painting
Spring savings
Story sacks
Thrifty Christmas
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The aim of this course is to help you develop a deeper understanding of autism and provide you with strategies to foster positive relationships with your child while supporting their unique needs at home.
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You will get an introduction to different sewing stitches, and practise and use three specific stitches to create your own individual sewing project.
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The aim of this course is to help you understand the importance of good mental health and activities to build positive relationships and improve well-being.
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This course aims to guide you through ideas and strategies you can use at home to help your child to listen and communicate better.
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Chemistories is your gateway to the thrilling world of chemistry! Through hands-on investigations, creative arts and crafts, and captivating story sessions, we bring science to life in schools.
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Join our fun and accessible cookery course, perfect for adults and children to share! With easy-to-follow recipes that are budget-friendly and adaptable to individual dietary needs, you'll discover a variety of culinary styles.
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A fun craft workshop with your child in school. Join us for a session of easy activities that suit little hands. Our tutors supply all the materials, you can take part in a shared activity with your little one and take home all your wonderful creations!
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Would you like to improve your English speaking and writing skills? Family ESOL classes will help you practise and enhance your English language skills in a fun way.
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This course focuses on playing a variety of family-friendly games. You will work together with your child to explore both traditional and modern games whilst reflecting on how games bring people together.
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These sessions are designed to keep their passion for discovery alive and provide you with creative ideas to incorporate science into your daily parenting.
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Are you worried about your child's eating habits? Do you want to learn more about encouraging children to eat a healthy balanced diet? This course aims to develop an understanding of how to live a healthy lifestyle as a family.
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This course aims to create a unique journal full of personal thoughts and feelings important to you. It aims to develop journaling as a daily habit, which can be used to support positive mental health.
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This course will help you take your first steps into a career in childcare or support your young child at home better as a parent.
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This qualification will provide you with an understanding of the skills needed when babysitting. It includes your responsibilities to children you care for, your responsibilities to the parent(s) of the children, accident prevention and fire safety.
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This course will develop your understanding of mental health issues and help you to build an awareness of the signs and symptoms of a range of different mental health conditions.
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Do you and your child want to learn new crafting ideas? This course aims to introduce you to a variety of crafts ranging from origami, book folding, and wool crafts to creatively using paint, clay and textiles.
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You will look at various ways maths is taught in school, create resources together to help you support your child at home, and help you to understand modern maths methods alongside your child.
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This course is designed to help you navigate the complexities of online safety. Through engaging activities and discussions, you'll learn how to support your child in making safe, informed decisions online.
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Do you want to want to support your child's wellbeing through spending more time in nature? This course aims to promote physical and mental wellbeing through engagement with nature.
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Do you want to learn new ways of crafting with paper? This craft course aims to introduce you to a variety of paper-based craft techniques such as making paper beads, die cut flowers, and origami items.
An introduction to autism
An introduction to sewing
Building a resilient child
Chatterboxes
Chemistories
Cooking on a budget
Craft workshop
Family ESOL
Family games
Family science
Healthy lives
Journaling for wellbeing
Level 1 caring for children
Level 2 introducing caring for children and young people
Mental health awareness
Mixed crafts
Number sacks
Online safety
Outdoor explorers
Paper-based crafts