1. Wellbeing

Courses designed to promote physical and emotional wellbeing through practical and engaging activities, including:

• Animal care
• Horticulture
• Nature and conservation
• Health eating and cooking
• Rural crafts

2. Community-Based Involvement

Aimed at fostering community engagement through partnerships with local organisations, including parks, charities, and parish councils. Activities include:

• Raising awareness of nature and conservation
• Developing nature and relaxation gardens
• Community cooking projects, enabling learners to develop skills to prepare meals for local groups
• Pet and animal responsibility courses delivered in partnership with UMRA, open to all members of the community, including families. These sessions focus

3. English, Mathematics, and Digital Skills

Courses that offer practical, accessible learning to support everyday life and work. Delivered in engaging, relatable contexts such as cooking and gardening, activities include:

• Everyday English and Mathematics
• Following verbal and visual instructions
• Supporting everyday conservations
• Writing letters and emails
• Enjoying word games and quizzes

Creative writing and journaling, often inspired by visits to places of interest to stimulate creativity and learning

4. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Progression-focused courses that support learning and skill development in both traditional and applied STEM areas, including:

• Animal management and care
• Woodworking and tree science
• Crafting, design and creation
• Gardening and conservation
• Practical activities to support preparation for volunteering, employment or starting a small business

Sessions Run

Monday morning, Monday afternoon, Tuesday morning, Tuesday afternoon, Wednesday morning, Wednesday afternoon, Thursday morning, Thursday afternoon, Friday morning, Friday afternoon