Unlock New Skills & Discover Your Potential with Our 2025 Adult Community Courses!

Explore a world of learning and personal growth with our diverse range of part-time adult community courses and workshops for 2025!

Whether you're looking to advance your career, dive into a new hobby, or connect with like-minded individuals, our expert-led classes offer something for everyone. Be a part of our community and make this year one of inspiration, achievement, and connection. Register your interest today in the form below and take the first step towards your next adventure!

Learn to speak Greek

Level: Beginners Stage 1
Duration: 3 weeks, 15/03/2025 - 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: No previous knowledge of Greek is required. You can start from scratch!
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: The ultimate Greek beginner course that will teach you Greek faster than you thought possible! Perhaps you’ve dreamed of moving or travelling to Greece and holding your own in real-life situations, being independent and able to communicate with the locals. Perhaps you want to experience the rich culture and sample the delicious local cuisine or do business with local companies. Whatever your reason, this Greek course for beginners is right for you!

Learn to speak Italian

Level: Beginners Stage 1
Duration: 3 weeks, 15/03/2025 - 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: No previous knowledge of Italian is required. You can start from scratch!
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: The ultimate Italian beginner course that will teach you Italian you never thought possible! Perhaps you’ve dreamed of moving or travelling to Italy and holding your own in real-life situations, being independent and able to communicate with the locals. Perhaps you want to experience the rich culture and sample the delicious local cuisine or do business with local companies. Whatever your reason, this Italian course for beginners is right for you!

Sustainability for Business

Level: Beginners Stage 1
Duration: 3 weeks, 15/03/2025 - 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: Suitable for anyone who wishes to learn about the key principles of corporate social responsibility and sustainability.
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: The Growing Green economy provides a considerable opportunity for London. As we move towards Net Zero, there will be rapid growth in green jobs as we decarbonise our homes and businesses. The research predicts that there will be a 3-fold increase in green jobs over the next 3 decades. Stanmore College seeks to support residents to develop the skills needed for green jobs and meet the rising skills demands of this rapidly expanding market. This course is for anyone who wishes to learn about the key principles of corporate social responsibility and sustainability.

Business Awareness Workshop

Level: Interest Course
Duration: 22/03/2025 from 10am - 4pm
Entry requirements: None required.
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: This Business Awareness Training Course aims to provide you with an understanding of how to influence decisions, focus on the critical business issues that affect your role, and understand decisions. It is ideal for, but not limited to: Teams and leaders exploring business awareness; Organisations seeking tailored insights into business awareness; Professionals interested in developing business awareness and its potential.

Counselling Workshop

Level: Interest Course
Duration: One day, two dates available: 15/03/202 or 05/06/2025
Entry requirements: None required.
Location: Onsite
Fee: £39.00

Course Content: The course is an excellent introduction to counselling skills and prepares students for professional level training in Counselling Psychology. The Counselling Workshop is developed to explore counselling skill and empathy. Develop an overview of counselling, listening skills, engage in reflective activities.

Paediatric First Aid Workshop

Level: Beginner
Duration: One day, 12/04/2025 10am - 4pm
Entry requirements: None required.
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: Paediatric First Aid for Beginners. This first of a series of courses on cardiology, diabetes and endocrinology, respiratory paediatrics and paediatric palliative care. Aimed to develop skills to help improve care and will be useful to all those wishing to enter the field of Paediatric Healthcare. Start a career develop your passion to make a difference within Paediatric First Aid. This course can prepare you for an exciting new future and include career pathways within the community.

Beauty Workshop - Introduction to Manicure & Pedicure

Level: Suitable for beginners interested in Beauty Therapy
Duration: 3 weeks - 15/03/2025 – 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: Basic English & Maths
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: Learn to carry out basic Manicure and Pedicure treatments. 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.

Dried Flower Workshop

Level: Suitable for anyone wishing to explore their creativity through floral design.
Duration: 3 weeks, 5/4/2025 - 19/04/2025
Entry requirements: No previous experience is required. You can start from scratch!
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: You will create a range of dried flower designs and develop basic practical skills, which you can use for a hobby or as a gateway to professional design. Successful completion of this course will help build your confidence and you could progress to another floral workshop. Alternatively, you can progress to our level 1 courses in floral design and event styling.

Floral Design Workshops

Level: Suitable for beginners, and anyone wishing to explore their creativity through floral design.
Duration: 3 weeks, 15/03/2025 - 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: No previous experience is required. You can start from scratch!
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: Each floral workshop has its own seasonal theme. Students will gain practical experience by exploring floral techniques and develop knowledge of current trends in relation to each theme. Course aims to provide an understanding of flower arrangements, the use of seasonal flowers and how to arrange an attractive design for different occasions.

Ballroom & Beginners Dancing

Level: Beginners
Duration: 3 weeks - 15/03/2025 – 29/03/2025
Entry requirements: None required, an interest in dance, and general level of fitness is a plus.
Location: Onsite
Fee: to be confirmed

Course Content: You will learn the basic steps and techniques of a variety of genres in dance. The classes are great fun and taught in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. This course is perfect for those with little or no ballroom dance experience, interested in learning the basics of a ballroom and dance socially with others.

Beginners Sewing

Level: Beginners
Duration: 16 hours over 8 weeks, January start (dates will be confirmed soon).
Entry requirements: None required, an interest in sewing. Access to a machine at home, although all equipment will be provided on site, and a list of materials will be available at the first lesson.
Location: Onsite
Fee: £50 (concessions available subject to eligibility)

Course Content: This course is designed for individuals with basic or no sewing knowledge who want to build confidence and further develop their sewing skills. Through a combination of hands-on practice and instructional guidance, you will: Explore the art of pattern making, Recycle and upcycle an existing garment, applying new skills to transform it into something fresh and fashionable or useable. Gain confidence in your sewing abilities, with a focus on problem-solving and refining your technique. By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to tackle further sewing projects and have the tools to continue improving on your own.

Improvers Sewing

Level: Improvers
Duration: 16 hours over 8 weeks, January start (dates will be confirmed soon).
Entry requirements: For those with basic sewing knowledge who want to improve and build their confidence. Access to a machine at home, although all equipment will be provided on site, and a list of materials will be available at the first lesson.
Location: Onsite
Fee: £50 (concessions available subject to eligibility)

Course Content: This course is perfect for those with basic sewing knowledge who want to improve and build their confidence. Through a combination of hands-on practice and instructional guidance, you will: Explore the art of pattern making, Recycle and upcycle an existing garment, applying new skills to transform it into something fresh and fashionable or useable. Gain confidence in your sewing abilities, with a focus on problem-solving and refining your technique. By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to tackle further sewing projects and have the tools to continue improving on your own.

Intermediate Sewing

Level: Intermediate
Duration: 16 hours over 8 weeks, January start (dates will be confirmed soon).
Entry requirements: For those who want to elevate their sewing skills and gain more confidence in their craft. Access to a machine at home, although all equipment will be provided on site, and a list of materials will be available at the first lesson.
Location: Onsite
Fee: £50 (concessions available subject to eligibility)

Course Content: This course is designed for those who want to elevate their sewing skills and gain more confidence in their craft. Want to learn new methods, this course will help you: Skilled sewing techniques, Learn pattern modification, Recycle and upcycle old garments, transforming them into stylish, wearable pieces, Gain experience with finishing techniques, Develop your own unique style and build a wardrobe tailored to your preferences. By the end of this course, you'll have the confidence to tackle more complex projects and create high-quality garments, while expanding your sewing knowledge to a greater level.