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At the WEA, we like to give you a flavour of what we teach. This page contains links to all our latest learning downloads. More coming soon, so check back regularly.

Want a flavour of what the WEA can do? Looking for a fun activity to do with the family? Need help finding that next job? Our downloadable packs contain the information you need to succeed.

Learning resources index

This is the index page for all of our website resources. You can access the menu from the footer on any WEA webpage, or from here.

The WEA Creating Opportunities strategy.

The policies and procedures that govern how we treat our learners.

The WEA is Matrix accredited. Learn what this means here.

All the information for subcontractors, becoming one, or wanting to become one.

Want a flavour of what the WEA can do? Check out our free downloads.

The report and accounts for the year ended 31 July 2022.

WEA are rated good by Ofsted - read the full report here.

We publish our report every year, find ours here.

We publish our report every year, find ours here.

How we're meeting local and national skills priorities.

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Whether you're looking to working in a school, gain business and IT skills, or do some art for wellbeing, WEA West Yorkshire have a range of FREE* online skills courses to suit your needs.

We teach a number of online and in-venue courses to help you prepare for work in a new sector, gain confidence in your own abilities, improve your English and more. Learn from the comfort of your own home and get as much, or as little help, as you want from our supportive tutors. 

The best part? The majority of our courses will provide you with a free nationally-recognised qualification.

Take a look at the subjects we teach in the menu above or call our friendly team on 0300 303 3464 for more information or help with booking. Be sure to search with your West Yorkshire postcode to ensure that you see the courses you can receive for FREE*.

Our team can also be reached via email at [email protected].

*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status  - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process. 

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Whether you're looking to retrain for a job in healthcare, want to become your own boss or are interested in reducing your stress, WEA South Yorkshire have a range of FREE* online skills courses to suit your needs.

We teach a number of online and in-venue courses to help you prepare for work in a new sector, gain confidence in your own abilities, learn essential leadership skills and more. Learn from the comfort of your own home and get as much, or as little help, as you want from our supportive tutors. 

The best part? The majority of our courses will provide you with a free nationally-recognised qualification.

Take a look at the subjects we teach in the menu above or call our friendly team on 0300 303 3464 for more information or help with booking. Be sure to search with your South Yorkshire postcode to ensure that you see the courses you can receive for FREE*.

Our team can also be reached via email at [email protected].

*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status  - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process. 

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Emily Abbott

Co-Founder of Intergenerational England

Emily Abbott is the Co-Founder of Intergenerational England and Programme Director at Intergenerational Music Making.

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Monica Boulton

Strategic Lead for Healthcare Integration & Neighbourhood Health, National Academy for Social Prescribing

Monica Boulton is the Strategic Lead for Healthcare Integration & Neighbourhood Health at the National Academy for Social Prescribing.

Lauren Yule-Kennedy, Volunteering Manager
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Lauren Yule-Kennedy

Volunteering Manager

Lauren Yule‑Kennedy is WEA’s Volunteering Manager.

Simon Parkinson, Chief Executive and General Secretary of the WEA
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Simon Parkinson

Chief Executive and General Secretary

Simon Parkinson is the Chief Executive and General Secretary of the WEA.