York Learning

York Learning Learning skills for life and work in York.
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York Learning's main focus is to support lifelong learning, develop people's skills and qualifications and help those seeking to return to the labour market. What we do:

Improve the quality of peoples lives by helping them gain skills to improve their health and well being with a wide range of part time adult education courses

Deliver a range of programmes to prepare people for work

Provide qua

lifications and skills for work, including supporting young people who or not in education, employment or training

Support those who want a qualification whilst in work, mainly though apprenticeships for young people and adults and flexible learning

Help local employers to improve the qualification levels of their workforce and increase their contribution to the economy

Help people improve their English and maths skills and gain a qualification.

20/08/2026

One of our GCSE learners shared their story with us when they picked up their results this morning. Hear about their fantastic achievements and what the future holds...

We're celebrating everyone's achievements this year. Whatever your exam results we are here to help and support you through your learning journey. Congratulations from everyone here at York Learning. To find out more about how we could support you with your next steps, just call us on 01904 554277 or send us a message.

20/08/2026

Sending a huge congratulations to you if you are receiving your GCSE results today. Regardless of your result we celebrate you and the time you've dedicated to complete your studies and the hard work you have put in. Well done!

We're here if you need to talk anything through, just call us on 01904 554277 or send us a message.

GCSE English and maths are free* to anyone who doesn't already have an A-C or 4+ in the subject. To find out more, get in touch.

Parent, grandparents, and any one else who cares for a child are their first and most important teacher - but it's not a...
15/08/2026

Parent, grandparents, and any one else who cares for a child are their first and most important teacher - but it's not always easy! If you would like to feel more confident supporting pre-school children's learning at home, 'Early Start' courses delivered by our Family Learning team are for you.

Using themes based on the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, you'll discover who you can support children to develop listening, speaking and communication skills through simple activities, and use rhymes, books, songs and play to focus on sounds, words, shapes, colours and numbers.

Courses start on Wednesday 30 September and Thursday 1 October at venues across York:
📍 Low Moor Centre (Wednesdays, 9:15 - 11:15am)
📍 Westfield Primary School (Wednesdays, 12:30 - 2:30pm)
📍 Yearsley Grove Primary School (Wednesdays, 12:45 - 2:45pm)
📍 SEND Hub, Clifton (Thursdays, 10am - 12noon)
📍 Hob Moor Children's Centre (Thursdays, 9:45 - 11:45am)
📍 The Avenue's Children's Centre (Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30am)

To find out out more and book a place, visit https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/early-start, message us or call us on 01904 554277.

Are you confident using a smartphone, tablet and computer - and do you think you could share those skills with others? T...
14/08/2026

Are you confident using a smartphone, tablet and computer - and do you think you could share those skills with others?

The Digital Friendly York team are looking for Digital Champion volunteers to help to bridge the digital divide and join them at outreach sessions at community venues including (but not limited to!) St Wulstan's Church Cafe, Marjorie Waite Court (Clifton), Southland's Planet Food Cafe and Foxwood Community Centre. You don't need to be able to attend every session, but it would be useful if you could commit to one or two regular sessions.

To find out more about what the role includes, contact the team on [email protected].

Do you know someone who's always the one others turn to for advice? Maybe it's you.Our new Community Navigators training...
13/08/2026

Do you know someone who's always the one others turn to for advice? Maybe it's you.

Our new Community Navigators training is free, and open to anyone who supports others with information, advice or guidance. Whether that's part of your job, something you do as a volunteer, or just a role you've found yourself in within your community.

You'll build your confidence, learn practical tools, and finish with a Certified Work and Skills Navigator digital badge to show for it.

Choose from a rolling online course (running August 2026 – March 2027) or in-person workshops held across York.

Find out more and book your place: https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/navigators

York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority North Yorkshire Council

Our booking system is being upgraded this morning so we're going to be offline until around lunchtime - we'll let you kn...
13/08/2026

Our booking system is being upgraded this morning so we're going to be offline until around lunchtime - we'll let you know as we're back! You can still contact us with enquiries by phone on 01904 554277, message us, or email [email protected].

12/08/2026

Are you someone who knows how to sew but would love to improve their skills to work in fashion and textiles?
Our new course, 'Dressmaker's Studio - Essential Skills and Techniques' is the next step into a career you'll love:

👉 Build a library of skills: create a range of technical samples including zips, collars, cuffs, waistbands, pockets, facings, button stands and seam finishes
👉 Improve your accuracy and confidence: practice professional techniques, work with different fabrics and use a variety of sewing equipment
👉 Develop work-ready skills: follow instructions, apply quality checks and develop the skills needed for garment production, alterations, costume support and bespoke dressmaking.
👉 Showcase your progress: You'll finish the course with a portfolio of high quality samples to support job applications, further study, or your own business.

The 'Dressmaker's Studio' takes place on Tuesday mornings, 9:30-12, for 10 weeks starting on the 15th September. Find out more and make an enquiry at https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/AT1TL6, message us or give us a call on 01904 554277.

Experience a modern approach to Mindfulness, using our AR/VR headsets to leave reality behind for a moment and find new ...
09/08/2026

Experience a modern approach to Mindfulness, using our AR/VR headsets to leave reality behind for a moment and find new ways to relax, unwind and de-stress through augmented and virtual reality. We'll also explore ASMR (Auto Sensory Meridian Response) videos and audio and how they can be part of your mindful practice.

This free, two hour, workshop takes place on Monday 28 September, 12:45 - 2:45pm at Clifton Library. Places are limited so booking is essential: visit https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/DT1TS9 or call us on 01904 554277 to book your place.

Grab your dancing shoes and join us at a ballet or tap class in September! 'Ballet for All' and 'Tap Dance for Improvers...
08/08/2026

Grab your dancing shoes and join us at a ballet or tap class in September!

'Ballet for All' and 'Tap Dance for Improvers' are two fun, friendly, and accessible dance classes aimed at anyone with a passion for dance. You'll explore different styles of dance, learn some of the technical terms and classical techniques, and discover (or rediscover) the joy of dancing.

You'll find them both at Acomb Methodist Church Hall, from Monday 14 September for 10 weeks, £88
Ballet: 6pm - 7pm (Book at https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/BT1SR7)
Tap: 7:10pm - 8:10pm (Book at https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/BT1SR8)

Find out more on our website, or give us a call on 01904 554277.

Family Learning's going online! Love the idea of Family Learning but struggle to get to any of our venues? You can now a...
07/08/2026

Family Learning's going online!

Love the idea of Family Learning but struggle to get to any of our venues? You can now also take part in the following free workshops from the comfort of your own home!

Supporting Children with English: Monday evenings, 7:30pm, from 14 September for 12 weeks
Supporting Children with Reading: Monday evenings, 8pm, from 28 September for 10 weeks
Supporting Children with Communication: Wednesday evenings, 8pm, from 30 September for 10 weeks

Find out more and book your place at https://l.yorklearning.org.uk/FL-Online, or give us a call on 01904 554277. See you there!

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