St Helens Adult and Community Learning

27/12/2025

🎉 New Year is Coming – Try Something New! 🎉

The calendar turns, the old year is through,
A fresh start awaits — what will you do?
Learn a new skill, take that first stride,
With courses and tutors right by your side.
Digital, wellbeing, childcare too,
Functional skills — all here for you!
Free and friendly, the choice is clear,
Make learning your goal for this bright new year! 🌟

23/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at ACL! ✨🎄

As we wrap up another year of learning and growth, we want to send a heartfelt thank you to all our amazing learners and partner organisations. Your dedication and support make our community stronger every day.

Wishing you a joyful festive season filled with peace, happiness, and new opportunities. Here’s to an inspiring year ahead! 🌟
See you in 2026 for more learning adventures!

22/12/2025

✨ FREE Workshop: Ways to Wellbeing ✨
📅 Monday 5th January, St Helens Town Centre
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Start the year by putting your wellbeing first! Join us for a relaxed, informative session where you’ll:
✔ Learn about the Five Ways to Wellbeing
✔ Discover simple, everyday steps to support mental health
✔ Explore free ACL courses that can help you build these habits into your life
Whether you want to connect with others, try something new, or simply take time for yourself, this workshop is a great place to start.

✅ It’s completely FREE – but spaces are limited so get in contact today to book your place!

22/12/2025

Hoping to get a new iPad, tablet, or smartphone for Christmas?

Or planning to pass on a device to someone else?

Join our FREE short course: iPads, Tablets & Smartphones for Beginners! Learn the basics and get confident using your device.
✅ Perfect for complete beginners
✅ Friendly, supportive sessions
✅ Bring your own device or use ours

Call now to book your place

22/12/2025

22/12/2025

St Helens ACL backs National Lifelong Learning campaign

St Helens Borough Council's Adult and Community Learning (ACL) is backing a year-round campaign that champions the importance of lifelong learning.

ACL get the nation learning

Get the Nation Learning, led by the Learning and Work Institute, highlights how adult learning benefits not just individuals, but also communities and the wider economy.

As part of local awareness, ACL - rated 'Good' by Ofsted - invited Mark Palethorpe, Chief Executive of St Helens Borough Council, and Councillor Kate Groucutt, Deputy Leader of St Helens Borough Council and Chair of the ACL Governing Body, to visit ACL's Park Road Centre where they met with learners and staff, called in on English as a second language (ESOL) and Functional Skills English sessions - and signed a pledge to show commitment to adult learning in St Helens.

Commenting on her visit, Councillor Groucutt said: "When adults learn, we see stronger communities, better job opportunities, improved wellbeing and a more resilient society. As the world changes and new skills are needed, it's more important than ever to make learning accessible to everyone.

"This was a brilliant opportunity to see firsthand the support residents get, helping them to build confidence, develop new skills and raise aspirations. We hope it inspires others to take that first step and join us. No matter your age or skill level - it's never too late to gain qualifications and you'll find a welcoming and inclusive environment where you can thrive.

"Whether you're aiming to gain skills to support your family, enhance your current abilities, or simply explore a new interest, we are here to help guide you in finding the perfect course to match your goals and interests."

ACL courses are open to adults aged 19+ living in the Liverpool City Region.

During the past year, ACL have had more than 1,000 enrolments on courses. Learners have been supported through a range of subjects, including English, maths, ESOL, digital skills, wellbeing, teaching assistant and Caring for Children.

Thinking about taking the steps to learn something new? Whether you want to boost your confidence, gain qualifications, or just try something different, now's the perfect time to get involved.

Be inspired. Take that first step and enrol on an ACL course today!

Get in touch:

Call: 01744 676671 or 01744 677328
Text: 07702 959814
Email: adultlearning@sthelens.gov.uk
Visit: www.sthelens.gov.uk/adultlearning
Follow: St Helens ACL on Facebook

17/12/2025

Free Adult Learning Wellbeing Courses – Starting January!
Ready to boost your wellbeing in the new year? Our FREE adult learning courses are designed to help you feel more confident, connected and positive.
📅 Sessions start Monday 5th January
✅ Limited places – don’t miss out!
📞 Call today to book your place and make a positive step into 2026!

09/12/2025

🎄✨ If you’re in St Helens town centre over the next few days, make sure you pop into the United Reformed Church to see their beautiful Christmas trees display.

St Helens Adult and Community Learning has a tree on show, proudly decorated by our amazing ESOL learners, and others who are part of the local community.

It’s a lovely way to get into the festive spirit and support the hard work of everyone. Go and take a look — you won’t be disappointed! 🎅🌟

02/12/2025

Discover new opportunities—start your journey with St Helens Adult & Community Learning today!

January’s coming, it’s drawing near,
Not too early to plan the year!
Click and scroll, explore with glee,
Digital doors for you and me.
Pause and breathe, find your calm,
Wellbeing brings a soothing balm.
Start the year with skills that shine,
Adult learning—your time to shine!

02/12/2025

The Living Well Bus is at St.Philips Church in Parr today 10:30am-4pm offering free health checks and flu vaccinations, no appointment needed just turn up and we have some of our present in the church for our Check&Chat programme! 💚

28/11/2025

come join us on Tuesday 27th January for Film Afternoon.
Film starts at 2.00pm
Please at church office for film title

*clue - sun, sea and sand with Abba tunes