Centre closures during August
Our centres will be closed on selected dates in August to allow for essential cleaning and maintenance. Please check the scheduled closure dates before you visit. You can enrol online or by phone during this time. See ways to enrol for details.

Supported learning

We offer a wide range of courses specially designed for adults aged 19 and over with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Whether you want to gain new skills, boost your confidence, or make new friends, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming community where you can explore new opportunities and learn essential life skills.

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Health and wellbeing

Our health and wellbeing courses support adults with disabilities and learning difficulties in building confidence and independence. From cooking nutritious meals and developing daily living skills to enjoying fun physical activities, each course is designed to promote a healthy, active lifestyle in a supportive and inclusive environment.

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Life skills

We believe every adult deserves the opportunity to thrive.  Our life skills courses are designed to support adults with learning difficulties and disabilities in building confidence, independence, and essential everyday skills.

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Social skills

Our social skills courses support adults with learning difficulties and disabilities in developing key social skills around communication, friendships, and relationships. Through engaging, practical activities, learners build confidence in expressing themselves, forming connections, and understanding how to navigate social situations and healthy relationships—all within a safe, supportive environment.

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Work skills

Our work skills courses and employment programmes, help adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) develop practical skills and confidence for work. Learners will strengthen communication, improve English and maths, and develop computer skills. Courses guide learners to identify strengths and interests, create CVs and cover letters, and practise workplace communication and behaviour.

Our hospitality skills courses provide hands-on training in kitchen safety, food preparation, barista skills, and customer service. By running a simulated café in our on-site centres, learners will gain practical experience and the confidence to succeed in hospitality.

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How to enrol

To enrol on a supported learning course you need to complete a pre-course assessment (PCA). At the pre-course assessment we will assess your skills level and needs and recommend the right course for you.

Pre-course assessments for new learners

Pre-course assessments for new learners take place between 14–30 July and more dates starting 15–16 September.

You can book a pre-course assessment by calling 020 8314 3300, Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm.

You can also email your contact details to adultlearning@lewisham.gov.uk and we’ll call you to make an appointment.

What happens at a pre-course assessment

As part of the assessment, you will need to:

  • provide evidence of your identity
  • bring evidence of any benefits claimed in the last three months or a bank statement or wage slip if you are on a low income, and are applying for reduced fees
  • pay your course fees (where applicable) and complete your enrolment