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Functional Skills English
Are you looking for functional skills English courses for free? You can boost your maths and English skills with a government-funded course at the WEA. If you are over 19 and don’t have an English GCSE at C or Grade 4, then you can study for free.
Not having a qualification in English can hold you back. In many cases, you will need it for apprenticeships or to get a job. Maybe you want to ace your GCSE retakes but the idea of going back to school fills you with dread. Or you want a level 2 qualification, but you don’t want to do GCSEs again. This is where the WEA comes in.
We’re not like a school or a college; we’re adult learning specialists. Our English functional skills classes help you build on the skills that you use every day. We make our courses fun and easy to learn.
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Dates:Tue 31/03/2026 -
Fri 31/07/2026Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000249How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Functional Skills Maths
Are you looking for functional skills maths courses for free? You can boost your maths and maths skills with a government-funded course at the WEA. If you are over 19 and don’t have an English GCSE at C or Grade 4, then you can study for free.
Not having a qualification in maths can hold you back. In many cases, you will need it for apprenticeships or to get a job. Maybe you want to ace your GCSE retakes but the idea of going back to school fills you with dread. Or you want a level 2 qualification, but you don’t want to do GCSEs again. This is where the WEA comes in.
We’re not like a school or a college; we’re adult learning specialists. Our maths functional skills classes help you build on the skills that you use every day. We make our courses fun and easy to learn.
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Dates:Tue 31/03/2026 -
Fri 31/07/2026Location:OnlineCourse code:P00000248How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:Available
Sea & landscapes - Refine & Explore
This course is funded by the East Midlands Combined County Authority and only available to residents living within the East Midlands Combined County Authority area.
This one-day mosaic course offers existing students the opportunity to either complete and refine a current project to a high standard of finish, or to develop and explore a new idea inspired by landscapes or seascapes. Designed as a flexible studio day, the course encourages experimentation, problem solving, and creative development in a supportive environment.
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Dates:Wed 01/07/2026 -
Wed 01/07/2026Times:10:00am - 4:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Sophie Robins Mosaics (Nottingham)
unit 6 Hartley House
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1FDTutor:Sophie RobinsCourse code:Q00028079How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:8 places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £48.00
Leaf, Lore & Legend II
Leaf, Lore & Legend II explores the profound relationship between people and the diverse flora of the British landscape. Touching on the origins of the Ogham alphabet, which associates letters with trees, meanings, and spiritual qualities, the course considers a number of plants associated with its characters, and the myths and legends that surround them. Combining ecology, history, and fable, the talk offers a holistic understanding of trees, shrubs, and plants in the UK and their deep roots in the British landscape.
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Dates:Wed 01/07/2026 -
Wed 01/07/2026Times:7:00pm - 9:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Billericay Reading Rooms (Billericay)
73 High Street
Billericay
CM12 9ASTutor:Guest SpeakerCourse code:Q00028255How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00
WEA Membership
WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!
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Duration:12 monthsFee:£15
Communicating Confidently
This communication skills course helps learners feel more comfortable in conversations, meetings, or when speaking in public. If you struggle to find your voice or get your point across, this course can help. By the end of this course, you will have more resources at your disposal to help you communicate with confidence, even in unfamiliar situations. You may consider follow-on courses in assertiveness or emotional resilience.
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Dates:Wed 01/07/2026 -
Wed 01/07/2026Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RNTutor:Monika RyskaCourse code:Q00028271How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00
Building Confidence and Resilience
Resilience is a set of skills which can be learnt and strengthened. This course enables you to practise and embed key skills, techniques, and habits that will help you meet life challenges and navigate transitions more smoothly. These include strategies to improve wellbeing, manage difficult feelings, and engage with others in a positive way. It is activity-based and interactive, with opportunities for discussion in small groups and the chance to discuss your experience of trying out techniques in your life.
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Dates:Thu 02/07/2026 -
Thu 02/07/2026Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RNTutor:Harsha KotechaCourse code:Q00028268How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00
Working in Childcare
This course introduces learners to the key roles, responsibilities, and expectations of those working and supporting in Early Years, and is an ideal starting point for anyone considering this career path. WEA also offers a range of courses from short courses to a free Level 2 qualification, and learners can explore work in childcare and discover the range of roles available in a childcare setting.
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Dates:Thu 02/07/2026 -
Thu 02/07/2026Times:10:00am - 12:00pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RNTutor:Chantal NgounouCourse code:Q00028270How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00
Food Hygiene
Preparing for Level 2 Food Hygiene course covers essential topics to prepare learners for Level 2 certification. Learners cover food safety practices, hygiene regulations, and how to prevent contamination. The tutor guides learners through proper food handling, storage, and cleaning techniques. By the end of the course, learners will have a solid understanding of food safety principles and be ready to take their knowledge to the next level — ensuring safe and hygienic food practices in any setting.
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Dates:Thu 02/07/2026 -
Thu 02/07/2026Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RNTutor:Chantal NgounouCourse code:Q00028308How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00
Communicating Confidently
This course is funded by the South Yorkshire Combined Authority and only available to residents living within the South Yorkshire Combined Authority area.
Would you like to feel more confident in conversations, meetings, or speaking in public? If you struggle to find your voice or get your point across, this communication skills course can help you feel more comfortable in conversation.
Improving your communication skills can go a long way towards boosting your confidence in these situations. Learn effective tools and techniques to improve your communication skills.
Whether you want to feel more comfortable meeting new people, holding union meetings or participating in community discussions, these confidence-building exercises can help you.
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Dates:Thu 02/07/2026 -
Thu 09/07/2026Times:12:00pm - 5:00pmDuration:2 sessionsLocation:OnlineTutor:Olusola McKenzieCourse code:Q00028325How you'll learn:OnlineAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £80.00
Mindfulness
This is a practical, down-to-earth 2-hour course where learners can explore how to bring mindfulness into everyday life. A range of techniques are added to your toolbox of life skills, working with various mindfulness meditations and basic mindfulness movements that can be practised at home. Mindfulness embraces dealing with both the joys and the challenges that we all have to face. Over the session, participants explore simple, practical techniques to reduce stress, improve focus, and enhance emotional resilience through guided exercises and gentle discussion, creating a supportive space to build awareness and self-care habits.
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Dates:Fri 03/07/2026 -
Fri 03/07/2026Times:12:30pm - 2:30pmDuration:1 sessionsLocation:Phoenix House
1 King Street
Leicester
LE1 6RNTutor:Nerissa FieldsCourse code:Q00028272How you'll learn:In venueAvailability:10+ places remainingStatus:AvailableFee rangeFunding available - £16.00