Secondary school applications close 31 October
If your child starts secondary school in September 2027, apply for a school place by Saturday 31 October.
Free adult courses and training
Find free and low-cost courses for adults, and get careers advice.
Knowmoor Adult Learning runs courses for adults aged 19 and over in community centres, libraries and online.
Free courses
These courses are free for everyone:
- English and maths, up to GCSE level
- essential digital skills
- English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), if you're on a low income
Many other courses, such as health and social care, bookkeeping and IT, are free if you:
- get benefits such as Universal Credit, or
- earn less than £25,000 a year, or
- do not have a qualification at level 2 (GCSE grade 4 or above)
Leisure courses, such as art and languages, cost from £45.
Find a course
Search by subject, place, day or time.
Sign up
Enrol online through the course page. If you're not sure which course is right for you, book a free chat with an adviser on 01632 960 020.
Careers advice
Get free careers advice from the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900, or at the Knowmoor Jobs Hub in the central library.