We offer FREE short Pre-GCSE taster courses in June/July and August to introduce you to studying GCSE English or Maths with Oldham Lifelong Learning.

Please ring 0161 770 8019 or 0161 770 8020 or email marina.aston@oldham.gov.uk or caroline.giblin@oldham.gov.uk to book your place on the Q&A session.


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    FREE confidential advice on managing your debts

    by Simon France -

    Are you struggling?
    We can help!


    • Council Tax arrears
    • Utility bill arrears (gas, electric and water)
    • Rent arrears
    • Debt problems
    • TV licence arrears
    • Budgeting Advice/support

    In partnership with the Support Inclusion Team we are arranging a 1 hour session where you can meet the team and see how they can help you with your debts and arrears.

    You can be referred for FREE confidential advice on managing your debts by contacting Rachel Pearson by email rachel.pearson@oldham.gov.uk or ask your tutor to provide your details.

    Don't miss out on this unique and enjoyable short course!

    by Gina Hornby -

    This course will provide the opportunity to become more confident at using English and maths skills to help understand the cost-of-living crisis with tips to save money and help completing forms and writing emails.

    To book a place on this course call 0161 770 8020 or email Caroline.Giblin@oldham.gov.uk

    Creative Courses - Don't miss out!

    by Gina Hornby -

    We still have a few places available on our incredible creative course starting next week
    🔹Sewing and Dressmaking starts Tuesday 8th November:
    This 7-week course is for those interested in using patterns for making clothes, accessories, craft items or soft furnishings for the home. Learners will work on their own projects, at their own pace with support from the tutor.
    🔹 Pottery starts Tuesday 8th November:
    This 10-week course is open to anyone who wants to learn pottery techniques from the basics to the more advanced. Explore your own ideas in clay and create functional, decorative and sculptural works. There will be an extra charge for materials used.
    🔹Flower Arranging with a Twist starts Monday 7th November
    This 6-week course is intended for people who love flowers and would like to create different styles of flower arrangements using readily available media such as paper, fresh flowers, foliage, and artificial flowers.

    For further information and to book, call 0161 770 8265

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