Birmingham Adult Education Service

Birmingham Adult Education Service Birmingham Adult Education Service is one of the largest adult learning providers nationally with around 7,000 adults studying with us every year.

Choosing BAES is a fantastic option to take if you are thinking about learning something new, wishing to improve existing skills or increasing your knowledge. There is a wide range of courses available for you to choose from including leisure courses; English, maths and ESOL programmes; arts and crafts; IT; languages; vocational training courses and many more options. Our courses are part-time and run in the day time and the evenings. We have many centres across the whole of Birmingham.

Congratulations to all our amazing learners who joined us last night at the Banqueting Suite, Birmingham City Council Ho...
12/06/2026

Congratulations to all our amazing learners who joined us last night at the Banqueting Suite, Birmingham City Council House, to celebrate their outstanding achievements.
It was a true privilege to hear so many remarkable stories of resilience, determination and success. We are incredibly proud of the 28 learners who bravely took to the stage to share their inspirational journeys in front of such a large audience.
Seeing our award winners shine in such a prestigious and historic setting made the evening even more special. As was said on the night: “You deserve to be celebrated in a venue like this. Birmingham is rightly proud of you!”
A big thank you to our sponsor Equans UK for their support, and to all our guest speakers and presenters for making the evening so memorable.
We’ll be sharing more highlights and stories from the night over the coming days. For now, we just want to say – what an incredible evening. We hope you all enjoyed it as much as we did!

Just one day to go ✨Join us tomorrow for our Community Learning Creative Arts End of Year Show. Experience a vibrant exh...
08/06/2026

Just one day to go ✨

Join us tomorrow for our Community Learning Creative Arts End of Year Show.

Experience a vibrant exhibition of learner artwork, get involved in interactive art activities, and enjoy a live photoshoot capturing creativity in action.

Browse and buy a range of flowers, bespoke arts and crafts, and handmade items at our Arts Market, created as part of our Enterprise Project – with many pieces available for just a few pounds. Payments can be made easily by card on the day.

📅 Tuesday 9 June
🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Library of Birmingham

Join us to support our amazing learners and celebrate everything that makes our city special!

On Friday 5th June, BAES proudly celebrated the invaluable contribution of our volunteers at our annual Volunteer Celebr...
08/06/2026

On Friday 5th June, BAES proudly celebrated the invaluable contribution of our volunteers at our annual Volunteer Celebration Event! ⭐

The event was very well attended, and we were delighted to be joined and supported by members of the Senior Leadership Team, including Ilgun, Helen, Pauline and Sameena, whose presence highlighted the importance of recognising our volunteers’ impact.

Throughout the academic year, 56 volunteers supported 82 placements across a range of curriculum areas, making a meaningful impact on learners’ experiences and success. From ESOL to Maths, English and other subjects, volunteers have played a vital role in supporting teaching and learning.

The event provided an opportunity to recognise and thank all volunteers for their time, dedication and commitment. Their support continues to make a real difference in building confidence, skills and opportunities for learners across Birmingham.

A special thank you from the Learner Services Team to all volunteers who have supported BAES this year – your contribution truly changes lives. ✨

05/06/2026

Take a look inside Sparkhill Centre! 🎥

Sparkhill is more than just a place to learn – it’s at the heart of its community. A welcoming and inclusive space, the centre supports adults aged 19+ from all backgrounds, helping them build skills, confidence, and a sense of belonging.

From accredited courses in English, Maths, IT and Health & Social Care, to creative learning in Textiles and Hair and Beauty, there’s something for everyone.

What makes Sparkhill truly special is its diversity, bringing people together to learn, grow, and support one another every day.

Watch our new video to see the impact for yourself.


Our learners have been working together to create a special recipe book 📖, bringing together dishes that hold real meani...
02/06/2026

Our learners have been working together to create a special recipe book 📖, bringing together dishes that hold real meaning to them, each one telling its own story!

Mohammed’s Koobideh Kebab is a dish that means a lot to him and his community, traditionally served at celebrations and enjoyed by so many.

He learned how to make it while working alongside his uncle, a professional chef, gaining hands-on experience in a busy restaurant kitchen.

For Mohammed, cooking this dish brings back those moments and keeps tradition alive, recreating the flavours he grew up with and sharing something that connects people.

Ingredients:

• 500 g of minced meat (lamb and beef)
• One large onion
• One teaspoon of salt
• One half of a teaspoon of black pepper
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Method:

Grate the onion and remove all the juice.

Mix the meat, onion, salt and black pepper for a few minutes until the mixture becomes sticky.

Place the mixture in the fridge for one hour. This helps it hold together better.

Take some of the meat and press it onto a skewer, shaping it evenly with your hands.

Grill over hot charcoal. Turn the skewers quickly at first so the meat does not fall off, then cook slowly.

Important Tips:

The onion must be dry.

The meat should not be too fatty or too lean.

Our learners have been busy creating a special recipe book sharing dishes that matter most to them, each one filled with...
28/05/2026

Our learners have been busy creating a special recipe book sharing dishes that matter most to them, each one filled with personal stories and memories. 💛

Food is more than just what we eat, it connects us to home, family and tradition.

For Alaa, Syrian Tabbouleh is more than just a dish, it’s something he learned from his mother and now shares with his own children.

As a dad of three, Alaa takes pride in passing this tradition on, bringing his family together through food and keeping a piece of home alive at the table.

Ingredients:

• Two to three large bunches of flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
• One quarter of a cup of bulgur
• One half of a cup of fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
• Two medium tomatoes, finely diced and drained
• One half of a bunch of spring onions
• One third of a cup of virgin olive oil

Method:

Put the bulgur into a bowl and add some water. Leave it until it softens.

While it softens, chop the parsley and mint into small pieces, then chop the tomatoes and onions into small cubes.

Put all the ingredients into a large bowl and add the bulgur.

Add the olive oil and a little salt.

Stir the mixture well and taste.

You can also add some lemon juice to improve the flavour.

Looking to get creative this summer? We’ve got a range of exciting courses coming up in Northfield and Erdington!Northfi...
27/05/2026

Looking to get creative this summer? We’ve got a range of exciting courses coming up in Northfield and Erdington!

Northfield
Art – Watercolours (Improvers)
Fridays | 09:30–12:30
5 June – 17 July 2026

Erdington
Floristry – Floristry Skills (Intermediate)
Tuesdays | 10:00–12:15
2 June – 7 July 2026

Floristry – Floristry Skills (Improvers)
Wednesdays | 12:30–15:00
3 June – 8 July 2026

Floristry – Floristry Skills (Improvers) – Evening
Wednesdays | 18:00–20:30
3 June – 8 July 2026

Whether you're building on existing skills or taking your creativity to the next level, there’s something for you.

👉 Pop into your local centre to enrol, and

Just 13 days to go until our Community Learning Creative Arts End of Year Show!Enjoy a vibrant live exhibition, with int...
27/05/2026

Just 13 days to go until our Community Learning Creative Arts End of Year Show!

Enjoy a vibrant live exhibition, with interactive art activities for everyone to try. Experience a live photoshoot, and don’t miss the chance to buy flowers and bespoke arts & crafts at the arts market.

Come along to be inspired, support our learners, and celebrate creativity in all its forms.

📅 Tuesday 9 June
🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Library of Birmingham

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18 days to go! 🎉Our learners have been getting creative, designing a brilliant range of handmade greeting cards for our ...
22/05/2026

18 days to go! 🎉

Our learners have been getting creative, designing a brilliant range of handmade greeting cards for our Community Learning Creative Arts End of Year Show 💌

Each one is unique, full of personality, and perfect for gifting or sending a special message.

You’ll be able to browse and buy them at our arts market – with many available for just a few pounds.

📅 Tuesday 9 June
🕙 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Library of Birmingham

Reserve your free ticket NOW 👇

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Service Disruption: Thursday 21 MayThe Library of Birmingham will be closing at 3pm today due to the Aston Villa Victory...
21/05/2026

Service Disruption: Thursday 21 May

The Library of Birmingham will be closing at 3pm today due to the Aston Villa Victory parade taking place in the city. The parade concludes at the Library of Birmingham, and a celebration will be taking place at Centenary Square.

We have therefore needed to postpone tonight's classes due to run at the Brasshouse Centre. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Address

1st Floor, Library Of Birmingham, Centenary Square
Birmingham
B12ND

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441213034318

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