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Leisure and Community

Our Leisure and Community courses are designed to enhance your skills, promote wellbeing, and build connections.

Many adults seek flexible courses to upskill, gain qualifications, or support their mental health. With flexible scheduling at Stanmore College, you can easily fit your studies around other commitments and connect with like-minded individuals.

Here are some possible short courses we offer throughout the year :

  • Sewing and Garment Recycling
  • Basic IT short courses for beginners, intermediate, and advanced levels.
  • British Sign Language

Please check back regularly to see what courses are being offered. You can also register your interest via our Adult Community Courses 2025 Interest List form below.

Is a Leisure and Community course for you? Here are some insights to help you decide.

You’re seeking personal growth. You’re ready to explore new interests or hobbies for self-discovery.

You’re pursuing wellbeing. You want to enhance your physical health, mental wellbeing, and build social connections.

You’re a professional looking to upskill. You want to develop additional skills or qualifications relevant to your career.

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You’re thinking: Are these courses FREE or do I have to pay?

Well, it depends. Some of these courses may be FREE, and some of them may have a fee.

Your eligibility for a FREE course depends on your individual circumstances. To qualify, you must either be in receipt of certain benefits, or, your earnings will need to be below the low wage threshold. If you don’t meet the criteria, a small fee may apply.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us, or better yet, register your interest via our Adult Community Courses 2025 Interest List form below.

Our Leisure and Community Courses

Floral Design Workshop

This course focuses on flower arranging and recycling planter boxes to create beautiful floral designs. You will gain practical experience by exploring floral techniques and developing an understanding of current trends. The course aims to teach you how to create attractive flower arrangements using seasonal flowers for various occasions.


Possible start date:
10 May 2025, for 3 weeks
10:00am – 1:00pm | Cost: £85.00

Sustainability for Business

The Growing Green economy provides a considerable opportunity for London. As we move towards Net Zero. The research predicts that there will be a 3-fold increase in green jobs over the next 3 decades. This course is for anyone who wishes to learn about the key principles of corporate social responsibility and sustainability.



Possible start date:
10 May 2025, for 3 weeks
10:00am – 1:00pm | Cost: £189.00

Beauty Workshop

Learn to carry out basic Manicure and Pedicure treatments. The one day course will cover key components such as: Health & Safety, essential knowledge of Beauty Industry, basic Anatomy and Physiology, File & Polish / Gel Polish application, Nail Art application. The course can potentially lead to enrolment on the Level 1-2 Beauty Therapy Qualification, depending on Maths & English grades.


Possible start date:
10 May 2025, for 3 weeks
10:00am – 1:00pm | Cost: £85.00

To register your interest please complete our
Adult Community Courses 2025 Interest List form below.

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