Idea Store - Time To Learn - Course Guide 2016/17

Idea Store Learning
Course Guide 2016 -17
Time to Learn
To enrol or for more information, call 020 7364 5665 text IDEA
and your name to 07950 080 341, visit your local Idea Store or
Learning Centre www.ideastore.co.uk
Enrolment Hotline 020 7364 5665
Idea Store Course Guide 2016-17
Contents
Welcome
and
Enrolment
Information
Fees
Skills for
Life and
Work
3-7
8-9
12-21
Workshops
Family
Learning
30-31
Foreign
Languages
and
Interpreting
52-57
32-35
Business,
Finance
and ICT
22-25
26-29
Fashion
and Textiles
Fitness,
Health and
Wellbeing
Get Qualified
in courses
up to Level 2
36-41
42-49
50-51
Photography
Technical
and DIY
Skills
68-72
74-77
Visual
Arts
78-83
Performing
Arts
58-66
Cookery
Enrolment
Form
Map
Centre pages
Back page
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Welcome
to Idea Store Learning

Idea Store Learning provides a range of courses to support your
ambitions to improve your skills, help your family, have fun and make a
positive contribution to our community.
Tower Hamlets Council is committed to keeping learning affordable
for everyone. In partnership with Skills Funding Agency we are able to
offer reduced fees on many programmes for those most in need.
With Maths and English, an ever increasing requirement for employment and further
education, we offer a number of free programmes to help residents along their way and
achieve their absolute potential.
Many of the programmes are offered within the Idea Stores themselves and provide you
with an opportunity to access online learning, books and a range of other free activities
that will inspire you. Our tutors are experts in their fields and will give you the best learning
experience. Inspiring and passionate, many of them continue to work in their occupations
and so will provide you with the most current knowledge and skills.
As you browse through this guide, you will see we have continued to develop the range of
our courses to include Cookery, Dance, Community Interpreting, Family Learning classes,
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and many more.
You can study just for fun and pursue your own interests, for qualifications that enable you
to get a job or just develop your skills further. We welcome everyone at every level.
Student satisfaction with our service is outstanding. We are proud to say that 94% of all learners
judge their experience with us to be good or excellent. Staff will welcome you warmly and
help support you to be successful. Id like to encourage you to enrol with Idea Store - now is
your time to learn.
Mayor of Tower Hamlets, John Biggs
How to enrol
Enrolment Information
If you would like to enrol

for a course, heres how...
Either
Ring 020 7364 5665 between
10am - 4pm with the course details
and your credit or debit card ready.
Or
Drop into your local Idea Store
Please see back page for a list of our venues.
Confirmation of enrolment
All of our courses are filled on a first come,
first served basis. You are advised to enrol as
early as possible to avoid disappointment. All
learners who enrol on a course will receive a
receipt from Idea Store Learning together with
a course outline.
Idea Store Learning term dates

Term A - Winter term
Monday 19 September 2016
to
Sunday 4 December 2016
Term C - Summer term

Monday 24 April 2017
to
Sunday 16 July 2017
Half term
Monday 24 October 2016
to
Sunday 30 October 2016
Half term
Monday 29 May 2017
to
Sunday 4 June 2017
Term B - Spring term

Monday 9 January 2017
to
Sunday 2 April 2017
Half term
Monday 17 February 2017
to
Sunday 19 February 2017
What do I need to bring with me

when I enrol?
If you are claiming a concession fee, you will
need to provide up-to-date proof of your benefit
or other status (see section on Fees) and bring
photographic ID with you, such as a passport.
What you need to know?
To keep our funding and therefore our service

to you, we have to show planning of learning
and evidence that learning is taking place,
and we have to provide records that relate to
enrolment and attendance on programmes.
In return we are able to offer a wide variety of
courses and classes that are extremely good
value for money to a wide range of residents of
the borough.
Attendance
We expect 100% attendance on courses but, of
course, we recognise that you may not always
be able to attend each session. Please notify us
if you are going to be absent. If you miss four
consecutive weeks, you will be withdrawn from
the course.
WE ALSO EXPECT YOU TO BE PUNCTUAL
AND READY TO LEARN.
Refunds
If you are unable to take up your place on a
course, a fee refund will only be given where
you notify Idea Store Learning in writing at
least two weeks before the start date of your
course. An administration fee of 11 will be
charged for processing your refund.
Where we close a course, you will be given a
full refund. If we change the published details
of a course, those learners for whom the
course is no longer suitable will receive a full
refund.
REFUNDS WILL NOT BE GIVEN IN ANY
OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES.
Please note
This course guide provides descriptions of a
selection of courses available at Idea Store
Learning. The start of any course in this
booklet is subject to numbers enrolling and
resources. Idea Store Learning reserves the
right to close or amend courses including fee
amendments.
Where there is low enrolment, courses
advertised will be closed prior to the start date.
It is recommended that you enrol at least 1
week before the start date of your chosen
course.
The 3 Cs:
Compliments, Complaints and Comments
You can find a 3Cs form for you to record your
compliments and comments in all our Idea
Stores and Learning Centres, however;
P
lease discuss any concerns or complaints
with your tutors first. We will try and resolve
the issue there and then.
Our offer to learners

As well as support from Tower Hamlets
Council, Idea Store Learning receives an
annual grant from the Skills Funding Agency
who regulate us and who work with Ofsted to
inspect us.
A
lternatively, complete a 3Cs form and
forward it to:
Business Development Team,
Idea Store Learning
Tower Hamlets Council
John Onslow House (3rd Floor)
1 Ewart Place
London E3 5EQ
We aim to acknowledge your issue and
respond within 10 working days. Where it takes
longer to resolve an issue, we will keep you
informed.
We aim to operate a complaints procedure
that is
fair
responsive
effective
You can expect us to deal promptly and
courteously with your complaints.
Venue codes and addresses
SHC
Shadwell Centre,* 455 The Highway, London E1W 3HP
ISW
Idea Store Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU
ISB
Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, London E3 5ES
ISCS
Idea Store Chrisp Street, 1 Vesey Path, East India Dock Road, London E14 6BT
ISCW
Idea Store Canary Wharf, Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5RB
ISWM
Idea Store Watney Market, 260 Commercial Road, London E1 2FB
BAC
Brady Arts Centre, 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HU
SHS
Stephen Hawking School, 2 Brunton Place, London E14 7LL
OR
Outreach Venues, details of venues will be given to you at assessment
BOWMC
Bow Road Methodist Church, 1 Merchant Street, London E3 4LY

*Limited wheelchair access at Shadwell Centre. Access only to ground floor and annex.
Detailed access information about Idea Stores can be found at www.disabledgo.info
Accessibility
All our main Idea Store sites are accessible for
those with reduced mobility. However, at the
Shadwell Centre only classes on the ground floor
are accessible to people with reduced mobility
please check when you enrol.
No parking is
available at
our sites.
A variety of support is available for people with

physical or learning disabilities.
If you would like more information on the support
available or would like this course guide in an
alternative format, call us on 020 7364 5665 or
email ideastorelearning@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Excellent satisfaction with classes

Every year we ask for feedback from our
learners through surveys and the results show
our learner satisfaction is very high. Last
year learners said that they were made to
feel welcome, they would recommend their
courses and that they felt safe.
Achievement levels are high and learners
are very satisfied with the way they were
taught, the group of people they met and the
challenges learning placed on them.
Learners told us that their skills improved, their

personal safety was treated as a high priority
and that they learned what they wanted to
learn.
In all of the categories we asked learners about,
over 92% of responses said that the experience
of learners was good or excellent.
Valuing diversity
We at Idea Store Learning promote diversity

and equality in everything we do to improve
the quality of life for everyone living, working
and visiting Tower Hamlets. The boroughs
diversity is one of its greatest strengths and
assets.
We will build upon this by working with
the Tower Hamlets Partnership to provide
accessible and responsive services that enable
everyone to take part in the social, cultural and
economic wealth of the borough.
Achieving this is central to delivering the
councils vision, is linked to our strategic plan
priorities and objectives, and forms a driving
force within the community plan and key to
creating a cohesive community.
Our aims and values
Valuing diversity is one of the four core values

of Tower Hamlets Council.
As a service provider we will:

P
romote equality of opportunity and
eliminate discrimination in the planning
and delivery of our services in terms of age,
disability, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation,
religion or belief, health and income status
P
romote good relations between
communities and address negative
stereotyping of any groups
E
nsure that all residents have equal
opportunity to participate in learning
T
ackle harassment relating to a persons age,
disability, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation,
religion or belief, health and income status
The courses
help stimulate
a sense of wellbeing. It keeps
my mind active by
stimulating new
thoughts.
Fees
Working out how much you pay

You will find the total cost of each course with
the course details in this guide. The course fee
is for the entire course.
For some courses there will be exam fees and
these are included in the total price. These fees
are correct at time of printing but occasionally
they may change.
Courses have been grouped into bands. Each
band has a set hourly rate if you are a standard
fee payer or are eligible for a concession fee.
Band
The hourly rate includes basic material costs

and specialist equipment or facilities which we
need to use when teaching the course to you.
Bands 1a, 2a, 3a, ASB and U17k fees are matched
with are funding by Tower Hamlets Council and
the Skills Funding Agency therefore the fee you
pay is only part of the full cost to run the course.
Band 4a is a further reduced fee band to support
you to enrol onto an Adult Community Learning
class with pre-employability as a focus.
Type of Programme
Hourly rates (New)

Standard Fee
Concession Fee
1a
Adult Community Learning Classes
3.50
1.25
2a
Adult Community Learning Classes that require specialist

facilities or venue
3.75
1.25
3a
Adult Community Learning Classes that require specialist

facilities and significant specialist equipment and materials
4.25
1.25
4a
Adult Community Learning Classes with pre employability

as a focus
2.25
1.00
ASB.1
Specifically funded qualifications classes
3.50
Free
ASB.2
Specifically funded qualifications classes that require specialist

facilities
4.00
Free
U17k
Specifically funded qualifications classes for learners

employed with an income less than 17,000 a year (for
courses up to level 2 only)
1.00
WS
Classes run for learners with previous skills and working on

solo projects
5.00
5.00
FC
Courses Run without any public funding delivered at full cost.
9.00
9.00
FL
Specifically funded family learning
Free
We also offer Family Learning classes, ESOL and Employability courses which have set rates.
Payment of fee
The correct fee must be paid in full at the time of
enrolment. Places on courses will not be reserved
without receipt of the correct fee and documents.
in the guide, you will find

Where you see
details of where and when assessments are to
take place.
Paying by instalments
If your course costs over 200, you can pay in
two equal instalments. You need to pay one
instalment when you enrol and the other by the
middle of your course. You can pay by direct
debit or post dated cheque. If you withdraw
(leave) from the course, you will still be expected
to pay the full fee for the course.
Examination
Courses that lead to a nationally recognised
qualification involve final assessment by an
external examination board.
Overseas fees
If you are an overseas learner and do not qualify
for government funding, you will be required to
pay the full cost of your course at the hourly rate
of 8.00 per hour plus any examination fees.
Am I eligible for a concessionary fee?

To be eligible for the concessionary fee you
must have lived in the UK/EU for three years or
more and be on one of the benefits shown
below or be the unwaged dependant of a
person in receipt of that benefit. You will need
to provide evidence of these benefits which is
also shown below.
Tutor screening (TSCR)

To enrol onto some of our courses you need to
have an assessment so that we know if this is
the right course for you.
This final assessment may involve the assessment

of work that is produced in class, a written
examination at the end of the course or a
combination of both.
Am I eligible for a concession fee?
Are you
Evidence you will need to

provide when enrolling
You must complete section 7 and sign
concession declaration on your enrolment
form
receiving Job Seekers Allowance

receiving Employment Support Allowance
receiving Income Support or/and Incapacity benefit
receiving Pension Credit (Guarantee Credit Only)
employed with an income less than 17,000 a year
Fees
Concession for bands 1a, 2a, 3a and 4a
Proof of benefit: A recent (issued within three

months) benefit award letter OR the relevant page
from ONE bank statement within the last three
months showing receipt of benefit payment
AND
Proof of address (no older than 3 months):
utility bill (gas, electricity, council tax bill), rent
statement
Proof of income: payslips (covering the last 3
months) or bank statements showing salary
AND
Proof of address (no older than 3 months):
utility bill (gas, electricity, council tax bill), rent
statement, bank statement
Concession for bands ASB Get Qualified Courses (see pages 52-53)
Are you 19-23?
Evidence you will needed to provide when enrolling
studying your first full Level 2 qualification
Proof of age: Passport, birth certificate or driving licence

AND
Proof of address (no older than 3 months): utility bill
(gas, electricity, council tax bill), rent statement
studying your first full Level 3 qualification

receiving Job Seekers Allowance, Employment
Support Allowance or another income related
benefit and actively seeking employment
Proof of benefit: A recent (issued within three months)

benefit award letter OR the relevant page from ONE bank
statement within the last three months showing receipt of
benefit payment
AND
Proof of income: payslips (covering the last 3 months)

or bank statements showing salary
AND
(gas, electricity, council tax bill), rent statement, bank
statement
Are you 24 or over studying a course up to Level 2?

Proof of benefit: A recent (issued within three months)

benefit award letter OR the relevant page from ONE bank
statement within the last three months showing receipt of
benefit payment
AND
Proof of income: payslips (covering the last 3 months)

or bank statements showing salary
AND
(gas, electricity, council tax bill), rent statement, bank
statement
Are you 24 or over studying a Level 3 course?

You must attend a one to one appointment with the

Business Development Team to gain information about
the 24+ Loan and how to apply.
Learner Support
Information, Advice and Guidance
n Not sure what course to enrol on?
n Need advice on a course to suit your needs?
n We can provide information, advice and guidance
before, during and after your course about what suits
you best.
Support for learners with Learning

Difficulties and Disabilities
We are available to offer support for learners who have a learning
difficulty and/or disability.
A range of specialist equipment is available to help you on your
course such as:
n Adaptive technology and software
n Hearing loops
n Dictaphones
n Read assistants
n Line trackers
n Coloured overlays for
dyslexic learners
n Wrist rests
n Tracker balls
and Advice
Come and see one of our
experienced and friendly
advisers who can help
you make your next step.
We are here to:
n Help you achieve your
educational and employment goals.
n Give you advice on the best
course to suit you.
n Provide employment
and career advice.
n Help you complete
funding applications.
n Provide support to disabled
learners and learners with
learning difficulties.
For further information, text IDEA and
your name to 07950 080 341 or email
ideastorelearning@towerhamlets.gov.uk
and a member of the team will get
back to you.
Skills for Life and Work
I would like to
tell you that this
course is really
helpful for me. I
improved a lot of
writing.
FEML English Writing
Skills Course
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Work Skills
Confidence to Succeed
This short course is for people who have been
employed previously but now find themselves
looking for a new role or who are not sure
what the next steps in their career should be.
The values and principles of the UK

Traditions and culture from around the UK
The events and people that have shaped the
UKs history
The government and the law
Getting involved in your community
It will help you to re-evaluate your career

options, conquer personal barriers to success
and leave you with a new found confidence to
help you succeed at your next interview.
Course
Code
Day of Week
Timetable
Start Date
Start
Time
The test is not included in the course but

you will be supported to make separate
arrangements to take your test.
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary
Band
Motivation and Confidence

Preparing for the Life in the UK Test - Level 1
A7660
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
B7662
Tuesday
17 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
C7664
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
Preparation for the Life in the UK Test

This short course will help you prepare for
the Life in the UK test. It will be based on the
Official Handbook for the Life in the UK Test
and cover the five core units.
At Idea Store Learning we provide a range of

courses to support you to get a job or progress
in your career.
Confidence to Succeed - Motivation and Employability Skills - Level 2

A7130
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
B7232
Wednesday
18 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
C7244
Wednesday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
45
25
4A
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English and Maths
Do you need help with your

spelling or grammar?
study
Do you want to be able to help

your children with their homework?
Do you need to get a qualification
in Maths or English to get a job or
get on a course?
Do you need English and Maths
qualifications to get on a Teaching
Assistant or Childcare course?
We have a range of short and
longer English and Maths
courses that can help you
achieve your goals.
To find our more, come along
to one of our advice and
assessment sessions.
We run regular sessions where you
can just drop in. We will give you an
assessment to see what your needs
are and to have a chat about the
different options open to you.
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Case
Khaleda Akter Ethi

Entry 2 ESOL
When Khaleda came to the UK from
Bangladesh 2 years ago she was desperate to
learn English and integrate into the country.
She joined an Entry 1 class in September 2014
at Idea Store Whitechapel and quickly achieved
the full Entry 1 ESOL qualification. In September
2015, she progressed to ESOL Entry 2 at Idea Store
Bow where she passed her Entry 2 Speaking and
Listening award in February 2016.
Khaleda says: I joined ESOL classes at Idea Store
Learning to further develop my English. There
I met many people from different cultures and
made friends. Later, as my English improved, I got
a job as a carer. Caring for people is something I
really like, my English helps me to communicate
with clients and do my job properly.
As Im working, I feel Im part of society and I can
speak for myself and feel independent. My plan for
the future is to further improve my skills in English
and work so that I can get a skilled job like a nurse
or work with children in school.
English Writing Skills Course

English Writing Skills is a language course which
is designed for anyone wanting to improve
their writing. It will cover a number of different
styles of writing including descriptive texts,
instructional texts, opinion pieces and poetry.
This course provides you with enough
guidelines to express yourself creatively in a
variety of writing styles.
Before coming on one of these courses we will

need to assess your level of Maths or English to
find the right course for you. Check the Basic
Skills assessment pages for assessment dates.
Course
Code
Day of Week
Timetable
Start Date
Start
Time
Literacy for Beginners

This course is for learners who have low levels of
literacy and would like to develop their practical
use of literacy skills. This course will give you the
ability and skills to read, write and speak in English
and to use it to function and work in society.
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary
Band
Functional Maths and English

Functional Skills Maths Level 1 & 2
A8194
Multiple
20 Sep 2016
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
B8195
Multiple
17 Jan 2017
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
C8196
Multiple
25 Apr 2017
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
Functional Maths and English courses

These courses will help you build your Maths
and English skills. These courses would also
be a good starting point for those wanting to
become a teaching assistant, work in retail
or you just want to develop your Maths and
English skills and get a national qualification
recognised by employers at Level 1 or Level 2.
Functional Skills English Level 1 & 2

A8197
Multiple
19 Sep 2016
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
B8198
Multiple
16 Jan 2017
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
C8199
Multiple
24 Apr 2017
09:30
10
4.00
ISW
Free
Free
Functional Skills Maths evening Course Level 1 & 2

A8200
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
B8201
Wednesday
18 Jan 2017
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
C8202
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
Functional Skills English evening Course Level 1 & 2

A8203
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
B8317
Tuesday
17 Jan 2017
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
C8318
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:00
10
3.00
ISCS
Free
Free
Ahmet Sahin Mustafa

Entry 3 ESOL
Case
study
Ahmet spent two years studying at Idea Store

Learning. He joined an Entry 3 ESOL class
in September 2013 and gained a full Entry 3
ESOL qualification. He also joined our ESOL
Newsletter Group and his input was integral to the Before enrolling on the course I lacked confidence
and was desperate to improve my English for gaining
production of the newsletter two years running.
employment. I was quite scared at first, but the
students were friendly and my teacher was very
Ahmet says: Learning English was one of my
ambitions and I never gave up on it. When I first
supportive throughout my learning. We engaged in
arrived in the UK I looked in my local area for options different activities in class that helped me to develop
different skills and this was extremely useful in building
to develop my speaking further, and this is where I
discovered Idea Store Learning.
my confidence.
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Skills for Life and Work Assessment Sessions
Our main assessment sessions for ESOL, English, Maths and IT take place in August and
September 2016.
For a list of dates and venues; please ask at your local Idea Store Helpdesk or visit ideastore.co.uk
We run further enrolment and assessment sessions across the borough throughout the year.
The dates for these are:
Date
Time
Venue
Tuesday 3rd January 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Bow
Wednesday 4th January 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Whitechapel
6.00pm 8.00pm
Thursday 5th January 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Chrisp Street
6.00pm 8.00pm
Friday 6th January 2017
9.30am 12.30pm
Idea Store Canary Wharf
9.30am 12.30pm
Shadwell Centre
Monday 9th January 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Watney Market*
Tuesday 10th January 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Bow
10.00am 3.00pm
6.00pm 8.00pm
10.00am 3.00pm
6.00pm 8.00pm
9.30am 12.30pm
9.30am 12.30pm
Shadwell Centre
Monday 3rd April 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Watney Market*
Tuesday 4th April 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Idea Store Bow
Wednesday 5th April 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Wednesday 5th April 2017
6.00pm 8.00pm
Thursday 6th April 2017
10.00am 3.00pm
Thursday 6th April 2017
6.00pm 8.00pm
Friday 7th April 2017
9.30am 12.30pm
Friday 7th April 2017
9.30am 12.30pm
Shadwell Centre
*Please note: we run assessments at Idea Store Watney Market however we do not offer classes at this store.
At these assessments we will be enrolling for classes at all other Idea Stores and the Shadwell Centre.
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Our assessment sessions are usually very busy and you may need to wait to be assessed. If we are too
busy when you arrive, you may be asked to return later in the day. We are usually busiest in the morning.
Eligibility for classes

If you hold a non-EU passport, you must ensure that your passport holds an in-date visa.
If you have a Residence Permit, you must also bring this with you.
To be eligible for our classes, one of the following statements must apply to you:
Y
ou have been resident in the EEA for 3 years (not for educational purposes) or you are the spouse
of a UK or EU citizen who has been resident in the EEA for 3 years.
You hold Refugee Status, Discretionary Leave to Enter/Remain, Exceptional Leave to Enter/Remain,
Indefinite Leave to Enter/Remain, Humanitarian Protection.
You are an asylum seeker meeting one of the following conditions: in the UK more than six
months, in the care of the local authority, granted support under section 4 of the Immigration and
Asylum Act 1999 or awaiting the results of an appeal made over six months ago.
If you are not eligible for one of our classes, we may be able to place you in an informal conversation
club (subject to availability).
Assessment Checklist
Before you attend your assessment, please check that you have all of the
documents that you need to bring:
1. Passport (including visa/residence permit if applicable)
2.
National Insurance Number
3. Proof of address (no older than 3 months)
4. Proof of benefit or income (if claiming a concession fee)
5. Previous course certificates (if you have any)
6.
Your fee
When you come to an assessment, you must bring your passport.
Please note: we cannot assess and enrol you unless you bring everything you need.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
ESOL classes are for UK residents who do not speak English as their first language.
Our ESOL classes are taught by our ESOL specialists. They aim to improve speaking, listening, reading
and writing skills and can help you to:
Find work and gain further skills
Improve your grammar and literacy
Take part in everyday life in the UK and your community
Talk to doctors, teachers and other professionals
Use computers
We deliver ESOL classes at Idea Stores and learning centres across the borough from Pre-Entry to
Level 1.
You will be in a class of learners of the same level as you and when your class ends we will support
you with your next steps.
How to join an ESOL class at Idea Store Learning

Before you can join any of our ESOL classes, you must attend an assessment and enrolment session.
At assessment we will guide you onto the right class through a one-to-one interview with an ESOL
specialist.
Your speaking and listening skills will be tested and we will ask you to do some reading and writing.
We will also discuss your needs and availability.
Once we have agreed a suitable class for you, you will need to enrol and pay any fees that are due as
soon as possible.
You will not have a confirmed place in the class until you have enrolled.
Please note that due to high demand for ESOL courses, we cannot guarantee a place for every learner.
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ESOL Qualification Classes

We run ESOL qualification classes twice a week for up to five hours per week and at the end of the
course you will sit either Speaking and Listening or Reading and Writing exams.
Your eligibility and suitability for these classes will be assessed by one of our ESOL specialists during
your assessment session.
Priority will be given to:
U
nemployed learners who are actively seeking employment
L
earners who need to sit an exam for work or further study
L
earners who are willing to attend all classes until the end of the course
We offer 12 week preparation classes from Entry 1 to Level 1. These classes are called Get Set to Study.
At the end of your preparation class, your teacher will talk to you about what you can do next. If you
are ready to progress, you could enrol on one of our 22 week qualification classes in either Speaking
and Listening or Reading and Writing.
Here is an example of the classes we have to offer across Idea Store Learning
Timetable
Day of Week
Class Fees
Start Months
Class Times
No Weeks
Hrs Per Week
Full Fee
Concessionary Fee
Income under
17,000 (U17K)
AM & PM
12
5.00
210
Free
60
AM & PM
22
5.00
385
Free
110
AM & PM
22
5.00
385
Free
110
Get Set to Study

Multiple
Sept
Only some of our ESOL classes lead to qualifications and spaces on these are very limited.
Speaking and Listening

Multiple
Jan
Reading and Writing

Multiple
Jan
Functional Skills English for ESOL

If you have completed ESOL up to Level 1, you may be ready to progress to Functional Skills English.
You will need to complete a preparation course first called Get Set to Study Functional Skills. Once
you have completed this, you can enrol on a Functional Skills English for ESOL class.
We run these classes twice a week for up to five hours per week and at the end of the course you will
sit Functional Skills English exams.
Timetable
Day of Week
Class Fees
Start Months
Class Times
No Weeks
Hrs Per Week
Full Fee
Concessionary Fee
Income under
17,000 (U17K)
Get Set to Study Functional Skills English for ESOL (12 Week Induction)
Multiple
Sept
AM & PM
12
5.00
210
Free
60
Free
Free
Free
Free
Functional Skill English Level 1 for ESOL

Multiple
Jan
AM & PM
10
5.00
Functional Skill English Level 2 for ESOL

Multiple
April
AM & PM
10
5.00
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ESOL Classes (without exams)
Most of our ESOL classes do not lead to qualifications.

These classes are taught by ESOL specialists and aim to improve speaking, listening, reading and
writing skills. They can help you to:
Find work and gain further skills
Improve your grammar and literacy skills
Take part in everyday life in the UK and your community
Talk to doctors, teachers and other professionals
Use computers
These classes take place once or twice a week for two hours.
Timetable
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Months
Class Times
No Weeks
Hrs Per Week
Full Fee
Concessionary Fee
Band
First Steps to Learning for Pre Entry ESOL

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
AM & PM
10
2.00
45
20
4a
10
2.00
45
20
4a
10
2.00
45
20
4a
Basic Literacy for ESOL

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
AM & PM
Health and Wellbeing for ESOL

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
AM & PM
Boost your Literacy Skills

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
AM & PM
10
4.00
90
40
4a
AM & PM
10
4.00
90
40
4a
10
2.00
45
20
4a
Brush up your Grammar

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
English Grammar Skills for Level 1 and 2

Multiple
Sep/Jan/April
PM & EVE
IT for ESOL
We run IT for ESOL classes at Idea Store Bow, Idea Store Chrisp Street, Idea Store Whitechapel and the
Shadwell Centre. Classes take place once a week for two hours, either in the morning or afternoon.
Whatever your level you will learn to work safely with computers, use the internet to find information,
send and receive emails, and create documents. You will discover how to save time by doing
things online - for example taxing your car, looking for a new flat to rent or finding a job. You can be
assessed for these classes at our Skills for Life and Work assessments.
Timetable
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Months
Class Times
No Weeks
Hrs Per Week
Full Fee
Concessionary Fee
Band
AM & PM
10
2.00
45
20
4a
IT for ESOL
Multiple
20
Sep/Jan/April
Weekend Family Learning Courses
Creating Stories with Your Child (5 -7 years)

You will be creating short storyboards and
keeping a simple record of the stories youve
created together with your children.
Reading Stories with Your Child (5 -7 years)
The aim of this course is for parents to
become confident when reading stories
with their children. The course will teach
techniques to encourage parents and children
to interact with each other whilst reading
and use the story text as a basis for language
learning, vocabulary boosting and literacy.
Laetitia Niayika Ambunga

Entry 3 ESOL
Laetitia joined Idea Store Learning in January
2015 when she started a Family Learning ESOL
class at Around Poplar Childrens Centre. She
progressed quickly and in September 2015 she
started her Entry 3 ESOL qualification course at
Idea Store Chrisp Street.
Brush up Your Maths with Your Child

(5 -7 years)
This course will help you understand how
Maths is taught in primary schools and will
help you to support your children with
homework. It will give you some ideas on
how you could foster your childs Maths
abilities while simply having fun with them.
Fun with Maths with Your Child (5 -7 years)
You will be creating new games and picture
boards and engaging in messy play and
interactive fun. You will be introduced to
a number of age appropriate games and
activities and will also get a chance to speak
to the tutor about how you could best
support your child.
Case
study
Saturday Courses:
All our Saturday courses welcome parents and
children together.
Learning has made a lot of difference in my life. When

I came to the UK, I wasnt able to speak, to write, to
listen, to read and to understand English properly. Since
I have been learning ESOL, I have been feeling quite
She passed Entry 3 Speaking and Listening in February independent. It has changed a lot of things in my life.
2015 and progressed to an Entry 3 Reading and
Writing class.
I dont need an interpreter any more like I used to.
Now if I want to attend appointments or interviews
Laetitia says, I have been learning how to speak
or go shopping, I do it by myself. In the future I am
English since I came to the UK because I think it is
planning to do Access to Nursing. I would like to
very important to know the main language of the
complete this course because I have a degree in
country I am living.
Nursing from the Congo.
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Business, Finance and ICT

Our tutor had a
wide knowledge
of Prince 2 and his
examples from his
personal project
management
experience helped
us understand the
Prince 2
principles.
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Develop and Build Your Skills

If you are looking to improve your skills we
offer courses for those who already understand
the basics. Our IT Improvers classes help you
develop and expand the skills you have learned
in Beginners. We have a range
of Project Management courses to build your
business skills, including MS Project which
combines business and IT.
Creative IT
Learn to use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and
InDesign with our courses at both beginners
and intermediate level.
Qualify in IT
We offer nationally recognised qualifications in IT.
The courses are:
Digital Skills Getting Started (Entry Level 3)
Prepare for ECDL
ECDL Essentials Level 1*
ECDL Extra Level 2*
*Note: you will need to complete both
Essentials and Extra to obtain the full ECDL
Case
study
Progression Route
Information
Technology (IT)
Employment
ECDL
Essentials
Level 1
Prepare
for ECDL
IT for
Beginners
ICT
I originate from Argentina but spent most of
my life growing up in Spain until moving to
the UK fifteen years ago.
I am eager to improve my skills to get a better
job. Upon doing research I found out about the
European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)
course, through the Idea Store website. I am
really enjoying the course and have now almost
completed it. I have been given good support with
my learning from my tutor Lynn Cooke.
ECDL
Extra
Level 2
IT
Improvers
Maria Florencia Martinez
Getting Started
We offer a range of courses to help you get
started in IT, Business and Finance. Need to
know more about computers, the Internet
or email? Enrol onto one of our friendly and
supportive IT for Beginners classes. If you
want to gain skills to work in Finance then our
Bookkeeping and Sage for Beginners courses
are a good place to start.
Digital
Skills
I went to the Womens International Day event at

Idea Store Whitechapel, where I found out how to
apply to become an Idea Store Learner Volunteer.
I have been successful and have now started a
placement as an Administration Volunteer with
Idea Store Learning. I enjoy being valued and
having an opportunity to contribute my skills in
an office environment. My experiences are taking
me closer to being able to apply for the kind of job
that I want to be doing in future.
I am very grateful to Idea Store Learning for the all
the opportunities they have given me to progress
on my personal development. They do not just
offer courses, but so much more in terms of
events, networks and volunteering. I look forward
to seeing what the future holds.
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Course
Code
Day of Week
Timetable
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary Band
Accounts and Bookkeeping

Introduction to Bookkeeping - Beginners
A1388
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
09:30
3.00
ISB
23
2A
08 Oct 2017
09:30
3.00
ISB
34
11
2A
05 Nov 2017 09:30
3.00
ISB
23
2A
Sage - Beginners
A1389
Saturday
Sage - Intermediate
A1390
Saturday
Project Management
Introduction to Project Management - Beginners
A0210
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
3.00
ISW
56
19
2A
B0738
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
5.00
ISW
56
19
2A
C0882
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
3.00
SHC
56
19
2A
Introduction to PRINCE 2 Project Management - Beginners

A0508
Wednesday
02 Nov 2016 18:00
2.50
ISCW
47
16
2A
B0509
Wednesday
22 Feb 2017
18:00
2.50
ISCW
47
16
2A
C0507
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10:30
5.00
ISCW
56
19
2A
Microsoft Project - Beginners

B1336
Saturday
01 Apr 2017
10:00
6.00
ISW
23
2A
C1335
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10:00
6.00
ISW
23
2A
83
28
2A
Preparation for Certificate in Project Management - Intermediate

C1082
Multiple
22 Jul 2017
10:00
11.00
ISW
ICT Assessment
All learners must successfully complete Prepare for ECDL (A1039 or A1278)
before enrolling on ECDL Essentials (Y0841 or Y1280).
Course
Venue
Day
Date
Time
ECDL
Shadwell
Tuesday
6 September 2016
10:00
ECDL
Shadwell
Thursday
8 September 2016
18:00
ECDL
Shadwell
Tuesday
13 September 2016
18:00
Digital Skills
Shadwell
Wednesday
7 September 2016
10.00
Digital Skills
Shadwell
Wednesday
4 January 2017
10.00
*Please note: The assessment session will last up to 2 hours and you need to arrive on time. You will be
given information about the course followed by an online literacy and numeracy assessment and a short IT
assessment.
Course
Code
Day of Week
Timetable
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary Band
Qualify in IT and Computing

Digital Skills - Beginners
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A1334
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
See page 50 - 51
B1388
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
See page 50 - 51
C1333
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
See page 50 - 51
Course
Code
Day of Week
Timetable
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary Band
A1278
Multiple
20 Sep 2016
09:30
4.00
SHC
45
20
4A
A1039
Multiple
26 Sep 2016
18:00
4.00
SHC
45
20
4A
ECDL Essentials - Level 1

Y1280
Multiple
01 Nov 2016
09:30
11
6.00
SHC
See page 50-51
Y0841
Multiple
01 Nov 2016
18:00
11
6.00
SHC
See page 50-51
ECDL Extra - Level 2

Y1281
Multiple
21 Feb 2017
09:30
17
6.00
SHC
See page 50-51
Y1182
Multiple
21 Feb 2017
18:00
17
6.00
SHC
See page 50-51
Learn IT and Computing for You

IT for Beginners
A1152
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
A1149
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
A1146
Friday
23 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
45
20
4A
B1150
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
B1153
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
C1154
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
C1151
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
ICT Improvers
B1278
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
B1147
Friday
13 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
45
20
4A
C1277
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCS
45
20
4A
C1148
Friday
28 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
45
20
4A
Prepare for ECDL
Desktop Publishing
Adobe Photoshop for Beginners
A1265
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
B1380
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
C1268
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
Adobe Illustrator for Beginners

A1264
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
B1378
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
C1267
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
Adobe Indesign Beginners

A1266
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
B1379
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
C1269
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
Adobe Photoshop Workshop - Intermediate

A1383
Saturday
04 Dec 2016 10:00
5.00
ISW
19
2A
C1384
Saturday
15 Jul 2017
5.00
ISW
19
2A
5.00
ISW
19
2A
5.00
ISW
19
2A
10:00
Adobe Illustrator Workshop - Intermediate

B1385
Saturday
01 Apr 2017
10:00
Adobe Indesign Workshop - Intermediate

B1386
Saturday
08 Apr 2017
10:00
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Cookery
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The frangipane
session was really
enjoyable. I thank you
for your additional
support in giving
information for free
from recipes. The
chocolate frosting
session was really
good. Thank you.
Cookery
A taste of some of the courses on offer:

American Baking
Baking Bread, Cakes and Pastries
Baking Just Cakes
Bangladeshi and Indian Specialities
Cooking with Exotic Spices
French Cuisine
French Patisserie
Healthy Cooking on a Budget
Indian Cuisine
Thai Cookery
Vegetarian Cookery
For learners with some existing knowledge and

skills there are courses for you too. Progress
by joining one of our all levels* or improvers
courses:
American Baking
Baking Bread, Cakes and Pastries
Cooking with Exotic Spices
French Patisserie
Thai Cookery
Vegetarian Cookery
Cookery
Learn Cookery and Get Qualified

Idea Store learning has developed a broad
range of courses aimed at helping you learn
new cookery skills. Whether you want to learn
to cook healthily, continental or exotic dishes,
bake nice cakes or be creative with sugar
craft we have a course for you in which you
will enjoy learning to be creative in a friendly
supportive atmosphere. You can also get a
qualification with our CIEH Level 2 Award in
Food Safety in Catering.
*All Levels courses are a mix of learners of

all levels including more advanced learners
who may be working on individual projects
or developing more advanced skills and
techniques. You will be taught by highly skilled
cookery tutors and supported by a range of
excellent resources.
Progression Route
Cookery
Employment
CIEH Level
2 Award in
Food Safety in
Catering
French Patisserie
- Improvers
French
Patisserie
Beginners
Baking Bread,
Cakes
& Pastries Improvers
Introduction
to Baking
Bread, Cakes
& Pastries
A great
introductory course
to sugar craft and
cake decorating.
Enjoyed learning
piping techniques
and covering cakes.
Learned some great
skills that I have
already put into
practice.
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Get Qualified in Cookery
Cookery
Assessment Sessions for Cookery

Assessment for the CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering will be in the form of an
online exam that will last no longer than 1 hour.
CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering

Date
Time
Venue
Saturday 26 November 2016
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Saturday 20 May 2017
2:00 4:00 pm
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee Concessionary
Band

A5014
Saturday
10 Dec 2016
09:30
7.50
ISCS
See page 50 - 51
C4701
Saturday
03 Jun 2017
09:30
7.50
ISCS
See page 50 - 51
Learn Cookery for Yourself

Bangladeshi and Indian Specialities - Beginners
A4969
Friday
23 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4968
Friday
13 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4970
Friday
28 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Cooking with Exotic Spices - All Levels

C4669
Monday
12 Jun 2017
French Cuisine - Improvers

B4676
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
Healthy Cooking on a Budget - Beginners

B4902
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
Indian Cuisine - Beginners

A4964
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
Introduction to Cooking with Exotic Spices - Beginners

A4819
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
Introduction to French Cuisine - Beginners

A4822
Monday
19 Sep 2016
Thai Cookery - All Levels

C4668
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
Vegetarian Cookery - All Levels
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A5076
Monday
31 Oct 2016
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
B5077
Monday
20 Feb 2017
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
C1638
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Timetable
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee Concessionary
Band
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Baking
American Baking - All Levels
C4928
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
Baking Bread, Cakes and Pastries - Beginners

A4818
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
10:00
Baking Bread, Cakes and Pastries - Improvers

B4690
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
C4687
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
11:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Cookery
Course
Code
Baking Bread, Cakes and Pastries - All Levels

C5078
Monday
24 Apr 2017
Baking Cakes and Pastries - Beginners

A5030
Thursday
Baking Just Cakes

B5009
Wednesday
French Patisserie - All Levels

A4934
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
French Patisserie - Beginners

A4963
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
French Patisserie - Improvers

B4927
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
Being on this
course has
enabled me to
cook an authentic
Bangladeshi curry
in a healthy way.
Bangladeshi and Indian
Specialities - Beginners
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Family Learning
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Family Learning
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Family Art and Design

Fun Art for Families - (Children must be 5-8 years and accompanied by an adult)
A3624
Saturday
01 Oct 2016
13:00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
B3359
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
13:00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
C3368
Saturday
06 May 2017 13:00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
Family Learning
All parents want their children to do well at school and to succeed. However, many parents simply
do not know where to start. We run family learning classes that give parents and children the
opportunity to learn together with their children, as well as a chance to share ideas with other
parents and develop their own skills.
Fun Art for Families - (Children must be 5-8 years and accompanied by an adult)
A3068
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 13:00
2.00
ISB
Free
Free
FL
B3113
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
13:00
2.00
ISB
Free
Free
FL
C3149
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
13:00
2.00
ISB
Free
Free
FL
Fun Art For Families

Knitting (Children must be 7 - 11 accompanied by an adult)
A4390
Saturday
01 Oct 2016
10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
B4391
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
C4392
Saturday
06 May 2017 10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
A4345
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
B4388
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
C4389
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
Free
Free
FL
Swimming classes - 1 course per academic year

Mother and Baby Swimming 3-23 months (One Child Per Parent) - Beginners
A1888
Monday
3 Oct 2016
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
B1889
Monday
9 Jan 2017
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
C1890
Monday
24 Apr 2017
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
Mother and Child Swimming 2-4 years (One Child Per Parent) - Beginners
A1891
Monday
3rd Oct 2016 16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
B1892
Monday
9 Jan 2017
16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
C1893
Monday
24 Apr 2017
16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
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Workshops
I have really
enjoyed learning how
to adjust patterns
to suit me and fit
my shape. And also
use for the very first
time professional
industrial standard
sewing machines and
overlockers.
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Arts and Creative Industries Workshops

Whilst we will provide basic materials, you will be
expected to provide your own specialist materials.
Photography
Upholstery
Ceramics
Printmaking
Fashion
You should have the necessary ambition and

drive to self-direct your own study and be active
in raising your own profile or be pursuing a
career within the creative industries sector.
The aim is for you to further your work and

raise your profile within the creative industries
sector, either through producing work for
exhibition or competition or for employment
potentially as self-employed entrepreneurs
producing work for sale.
You will develop your existing knowledge and
skills through full access to a wide range of
specialist equipment together with professional
support from a member of staff.
If you wish to enrol on a workshop class you

must have completed at least 20 hours on one
of our intermediate or improvers course, within
the last three years or hold an equivalent level of
knowledge and skills.
Workshops
This year we have introduced a series of Creative

Industries Workshops in the following areas:
To join the workshops you may be directed

to have a short telephone interview with a
manager to assess your skills and knowledge.
These workshops are an exciting addition to
our portfolio of courses and we look forward to
seeing successful learners progress through them.
The class has a

lovely atmosphere.
The ability to
decide upon my
own learning
supported by an
open minded tutor
has been really
enjoyable.
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Workshops
Ive learned new
ways of printmaking
and improved on
previous ones. I think
Im now ready to become
more professional. I now
have an exhibition of my
work at the Idea Store
Canary Wharf.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
10:00
10:00
10:00
10
10
10
3.00
3.00
3.00
SHC
SHC
SHC
150
150
150
150
150
150
WS
WS
WS
2.50
2.50
2.50
SHC
SHC
SHC
125
125
125
125
125
125
WS
WS
WS
2.50
2.50
2.50
SHC
SHC
SHC
125
125
125
125
125
125
WS
WS
WS
Fashion and Textiles

Fashion Workshop - Intermediate
A4338
B4339
C4340
Friday
Friday
Friday
23 Sep 2016
13 Jan 2017
28 Apr 2017
Photography and Darkroom Workshops

Studio Photography Workshop - Intermediate
A4361
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016 18:30
10
B4362
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017 18:30
10
C4363
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017 18:30
10
Black and White Darkroom Workshop - Intermediate
A4335
Saturday
24 Sep 2016 13:30
10
B4358
Saturday
14 Jan 2017 13:30
10
C4359
Saturday
29 Apr 2017 13:30
10
Workshops
Start
Time
Upholstery Workshops
Upholstery - Intermediate
A5059
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B5060
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C5061
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
A5062
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B5063
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C5064
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
18:30
18:30
18:30
10
10
10
2.50
2.50
2.50
SHC
SHC
SHC
125
125
125
125
125
125
WS
WS
WS
10:00
10:00
10:00
10
10
10
2.50
2.50
2.50
SHC
SHC
SHC
125
125
125
125
125
125
WS
WS
WS
Pottery and Ceramics

Ceramics Workshop - Intermediate
A4326
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
B4327
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
C4328
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
A4329
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
B4330
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
C4331
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
Printmaking
Printmaking Workshop - Intermediate
A3981
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
B3970
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
C3971
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
A3403
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
B3870
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
C3871
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
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Case
Joyce Hambling
study

This course has been brilliant for me; not
just because Ive learnt so many new skills
but also because the support and friendship
of my classmates has meant so much.
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The standard of instruction is excellent and

the resources weve had access to have
been great however the best and most
amazing component has been our tutor
without whom I may well have given up
weeks ago.
The lining for my jacket used one of the

Japanese Shibori techniques. A method of
resist dying that uses tying, twisting, pleating
and binding as a technique to resist dye, so
that the resulting fabric has areas which are
dyed and undyed.
I used silk crepe, this was iron pleated then
zig-zag folded into a box pattern. Squares of
mount board were then inserted before it was
clamped tight and immersed into a dye bath.

Get Started in Sewing
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion
Basic Pattern Cutting
Get Started in Fashion and Soft Tailoring
Hand Knitting
Patchwork and Quilting
Pattern Cutting and Sewing
Basic Clothes Making
For those with some existing knowledge
progress and develop your skills by joining one
of our more advanced classes:
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion -
All Levels
Business Skills for the Creative Industries -
All Levels
Dressmaking - Intermediate
Soft Tailoring Skills for Jackets and Coats -
All Levels
Hand Knitting - All Levels
Improve Your Clothes Making Skills - Improvers
Sewing Techniques - Intermediate
Progression Route

Further Education/Higher Education/
Employment/Own Business
Get Started in
Fashion and
Soft Tailoring
Pattern
Cutting Basics
*All Levels courses are a mix of learners of all

levels including beginners or advanced learners.
You will be taught by highly skilled art and design
practitioners and be taught to use a range of
resources. Following an all levels, intermediate or
advanced course learners may progress to one of
our workshops.
Workshops
These workshops are for learners who want the
opportunity to progress their work further for
employment or exhibition within the creative
industries sector. The aim is for you to increase
opportunities to raise your profile either through
producing work for exhibition or competition
or by direct employment, as self-employed
entrepreneurs producing work for sale.
of our intermediate or improvers courses, within
To join the workshops you may be directed to
have a short telephone interview with a manager
to assess your skills and knowledge.
One Day Courses
We are also introducing some exciting one day
courses:
Introduction to Yarn Craft
Christmas Craft
Natural Dying and Crafting
Crochet and Macrame
Case
study
Fashion
Workshops
Soft
Tailoring
Skills for
Jackets & Coats
Trousers
& Skirts
Pattern Cutting and Sewing - All Levels

Curtains and Blinds - All Levels
Patchwork and Quilting - All Levels
Learn Fashion and Textiles

We offer a broad range of fashion courses aimed
at helping you learn or develop fashion and textile
skills in a friendly and supportive environment.
You do not need to own a sewing machine or
necessarily have any previous experience as we
have courses from beginner levels through to
more advanced levels. On offer are classes in which
you can learn to sew, mend, customise or design
your own clothes.
Paris Malone Fashion and Textiles

Business
Skills for
the Creative
Industries
Get Started
in Sewing
Illustration
for Marketing
and
Promotion
Before I came on this course I had absolutely

no confidence using a sewing machine.
I also had no experience with cutting fabric. I did a
fashion course elsewhere, around seven years ago
but was not able to complete it. This course has
given me back so much confidence. I was taught
so very well by my tutor, who has so much patience
and tolerance. I have really enjoyed every bit of it!
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary Band
Fashion and Textiles Workshops

Fashion Workshop
A4338
Friday
23 Sep 2016
10:00
10
3.00
SHC
150
150
WS
B4339
Friday
13 Jan 2017
10:00
10
3.00
SHC
150
150
WS
C4340
Friday
28 Apr 2017
10:00
10
3.00
SHC
150
150
WS
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Creative Business Skills

Illustration for Marketing and Promotion - Beginners
A4332
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion - All Levels

B4333
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4334
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Business Skills For The Creative Industries - All Levels

A4140
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
B4141
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
C4142
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
Learn Fashion and Textiles

Basic Clothes Making - Beginners
A3437
Monday
19 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3433
Monday
09 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3434
Monday
24 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
A3439
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3436
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3435
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Basic Pattern Cutting - Beginners

A3527
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3534
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3540
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Dressmaking - Intermediate
A4157
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
ISB
106
31
3A
B4158
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISB
106
31
3A
C4159
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
ISB
106
31
3A
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
Get Started In Fashion and Soft Tailoring - Beginners

A3001
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
Soft Tailoring Skills for Jackets and Coats - All Levels

B3030
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
Soft Tailoring Skills for Trousers and Skirts - All Levels

C3050
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
Get Started In Sewing - Beginners
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A3759
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3761
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3767
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
A3612
Friday
23 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
B3702
Friday
13 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
C3715
Friday
28 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
Timetable
Course Fees
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary Band
A3757
Friday
23 Sep 2016
13:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
B3417
Friday
13 Jan 2017
13:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A
C4161
Friday
28 Apr 2017
13:00
10
2.00
ISW
85
25
3A

A4336
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
A4046
Tuesday
01 Nov 2016
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
A4393
Monday
19 Sept 2016 18:45
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
B4394
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
C4395
Monday
08 May 2017 18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
A4396
Monday
31 Oct 2016
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
B4397
Monday
20 Feb 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
C4398
Monday
9 June 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A

B4047
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
B4324
Tuesday
21 Feb 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
C4048
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
C4337
Tuesday
06 Jun 2017
18:30
2.00
ISWM
43
13
3A
Course
Code
Improve Your Clothes Making Skills - Improvers

A4283
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B4282
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C4281
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Sewing Techniques - Intermediate

A4162
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4163
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3418
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Pattern Cutting and Sewing - Make Your Chosen Garment - All Levels
A3531
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
A4170
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
B3537
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
B4119
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
C3051
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
C4171
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10:00
4.00
SHC
68
20
3A
Home Styling
Make Contemporary Curtains And Blinds - All Levels
A3429
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3427
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Make Traditional Curtains and Blinds - All Levels

C3428
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Patchwork and Quilting - All Levels

A4184
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4185
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4186
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary Band
24 Sep 2016
10.00
10
4.50
SHC
19
6.00
3A
10 Dec 2016
10.00
10
4.50
SHC
19
6.00
3A
01 April 2017 10.00
10
4.50
SHC
19
6.00
3A
10
4.50
SHC
19
6.00
3A
One Day Textile Courses

Introduction to Yarn Craft
A4341
Saturday
Christmas Crafts
A4342
Saturday
Crochet and Macrame

B4343
Saturday
Natural Dying and Crafting

C4344
Saturday
8th Jul 2017
10.00
Family Art and Design

Fun Art For Families - Knitting (Children must be 7 - 11 accompanied by an adult)
A4390
Saturday
01 Oct 2016
10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
B4391
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
C4392
Saturday
06 May 2017 10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
A4345
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
B4388
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
C4389
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10.00
2.00
ISCS
FL
This is the
first course I
have ever done
for myself as a
hobby, it was
a wonderful
experience!
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We know you like it local

Idea Store has been around since 2002, offering library, information and learning
opportunities in modern purpose-built buildings in central locations across the
borough. But, did you know that if you cannot come to your local Idea Store,
we might be able to come to you?
Did you know about outreach courses?

We have a dedicated team at Idea Store Learning, committed to meeting local
needs and improving access to learning.
If you are interested in learning locally then why not do the following:
Identify the course(s) you want to join
Consider how it could help you to progress
Consider how much you can spend
Ask your community organisation, school, childrens centre, registered provider to
contact the Idea Store Learning.
Our partners include:
BBMV Crossrail (Community Investment)

BT Openreach (Employability)
Caf Nia and Asumjwe (Mental Health Service Users)
Childrens House Nursery (Family Learning)
Columbia Primary School (Family Learning)
Jagonari Womens Educational Resource Centre (Employment)
John Smith Childrens Centre (Parents/Carers of Children Under Five)
Mulberry School for Girls (Family Learning)
Old Ford Housing Association (Men with ESOL Needs)
Tower Project (Young People with Learning Difficulties and Disabilities)
Woolmore Primary School (Parents/Carers of SEN children)
Women Ahead (Women in Criminal Justice System)
For further information, text IDEA and your name to 07950 080 341 or
email ideastorelearning@towerhamlets.gov.uk and a member of the
team will get back to you.
Fitness, Health and Wellbeing

It was a very
good introduction
to Hatha Yoga. My
teacher, was very
supportive, kind
and helpful. I really
enjoyed the course.
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Yoga - Hatha for Women
Fitness
Some of our courses are:
Circuit Training with Weights
Legs, Bums and Tums
Pilates
Self Defence
Tai Chi
Yoga
Classes are tailored to meet your needs,

grouped by ability and available for those with
particular needs, including some single sex
classes. We also offer swimming classes for
mothers and children.
Progression Route Fitness

Employment
YMCAfit
Exercise to
Music
Yoga
Hatha
Intermediate
Legs Bums +
Tums
Chair-based
Yoga
Yoga
Hatha
Beginners
Body
Conditioning
Pilates Body
Conditioning
(Intermediate)
Zumba
Yoga for
Women
Pilates for
Beginners
Circuit Training
with Weights
Exercise
for Healthy
Backs
Katie Wignall,
Walkie Talkie Introduction
to Guiding in Tower Hamlets
Having lived in the area for a year I wanted to
feel more in touch with both the history and the
community in East London.
Walkie Talkie appealed to me because it seemed
to be a good introductory level for non-accredited
guides like myself.
The course gave me a very good, broad
understanding of the history of Tower Hamlets. We
covered many aspects of guiding; what it means to
be a good guide, how to create a great experience
for your audience and what to avoid. These were all
tips I found easy to put into practice. There was a
good mix of history and practical skills.
Pilates Body
Conditioning
Beginners
Pilates for
Women
Learning to use Exercise to Stay Healthy

and Fit
If you want to stay healthy and fit through
exercise, then we have lots of classes for
you ranging from Yoga, Pilates and Zumba.
You could also choose from Circuit Training,
Cardioblast and Exercise for Healthy Backs.
Cardioblast
Case
study
Our group was very friendly and I felt unintimidated
when giving presentations or asking questions. In the
second part of the course we were required to work
in groups and this was a very helpful exercise. The
walks and trips outside of the classroom were also a
huge bonus.
With thanks to the Walkie Talkie course I now run
my own independent walking tour company. I am
currently researching further London walks having
put together a successful and well-received walk
in Spitalfields. With the confidence gained from
completing this course, I have also successfully
applied onto a further guide training course in
London, the prestigious Blue Badge Course.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Fitness
Body Conditioning for Women - All Levels
A2267
Friday
23 Sep 2016
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B1925
Friday
13 Jan 2017
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C1926
Friday
28 Apr 2017
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Cardioblast - All Levels

A2532
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2533
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2534
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Circuit Training with Weights - All Levels

A1921
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2268
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2269
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Exercise for Healthy Backs - All Levels

A2509
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2510
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2511
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Legs, Bums, Tums for Women - All Levels

A1918
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B1919
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C1920
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
A2299
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2300
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2202
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
11:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
13
2A
13
2A
Walkie Talkie - Introduction to Guiding in Tower Hamlets Part 1 - Beginners

A2439
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
2.00
SHC
38
Walkie Talkie - Introduction to Guiding in Tower Hamlets Part 2 - Beginners

A2460
Wednesday
02 Nov 2016 18:30
2.00
SHC
38
Walkie Talkie - Introduction to Guiding in Tower Hamlets Part 3 - Improvers

Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
75
25
2A
A2283
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2284
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2285
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2535
Zumba
44
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Pilates Body Conditioning - Beginners

A3206
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B2273
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C1590
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Pilates Body Conditioning - Intermediate

A3207
Monday
19 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2253
Monday
09 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2259
Monday
24 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
A3296
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B2254
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C2255
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Pilates Exercise - All Levels

A2470
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2471
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2472
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Pilates Exercise for Women - Beginners

A1510
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B1550
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C1587
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Tai Chi
Get Started in Tai Chi (Yang Style) with Qi Gong - Beginners
A2270
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
11:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B2271
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
11:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C2272
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
11:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Pilates
Tai Chi (Yang Style) with Qi Gong - Intermediate

A2102
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B2103
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C2104
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
45
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Self Defence
Self Defence - All Levels
A2286
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
13:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B2498
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
13:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C2499
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
13:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Yoga
Chair-based Yoga - All Levels
A2111
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
11:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2112
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
11:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2113
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
11:30
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Lunchtime Yoga, Hatha - All Levels

A2293
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
12:30
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
B2205
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
12:30
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
C2206
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
12:30
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
Yoga - Hatha - Beginners

A2093
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B2094
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C2095
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
A2114
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B2252
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C2122
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Yoga - Hatha - Intermediate

A2428
Monday
19 Sep 2016
19:45
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
B2361
Monday
09 Jan 2017
19:45
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
C2362
Monday
24 Apr 2017
19:45
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
A2120
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:45
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B2204
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:45
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C2116
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:45
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
Yoga - Hatha for Women - All Levels

A2117
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B2118
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C2119
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Swimming classes - 1 course per academic year

Mother and Baby Swimming 3-23 months (One Child Per Parent) - Beginners
A1888
Monday
3 Oct 2016
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
B1889
Monday
9 Jan 2017
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
C1890
Monday
24 Apr 2017
15:45
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
Mother and Child Swimming 2-4 years (One Child Per Parent) - Beginners
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A1891
Monday
3rd Oct 2016 16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
B1892
Monday
9 Jan 2017
16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
C1893
Monday
24 Apr 2017
16:15
10
0.50
SHS
19
2A
Health and Wellbeing
Some of our courses are:

Introduction to Massage
Introduction to Reflexology
Introduction to 5 Element Shiatsu Massage
Reiki Levels 1 and 2
We also offer short courses and weekend
tasters in improving general wellbeing,
including Life Coaching, Self-Esteem
Enhancement, Stress Relief through
Mindfulness and Creative Thinking.
Progression Route
Case
Health and
Wellbeing
study
Learn about Therapy and Health

Discover how to improve your sense of
wellbeing and reduce stress through a range
of introductory therapy courses including
massage, Reiki and reflexology.
Elizabeta Hart
Employment
Reiki Level 1
Reiki
Level 2
Intro to
Mindfulness
and
Wellbeing
Stress Relief
through
Mindfulness
taster
Intro to Life
Coaching
Life
Coaching
taster
Intro
to
Massage
Basic Massage
Routine taster
Intro 5
Element
Shiatsu
Massage
Welcome to
Shiatsu Massage
taster
Reiki
Level 1
Reiki
Taster
I decided to enrol on Reiki Level 1 as I am

a nurse and wanted to learn something
new. The other reason was to help my
little boy who has health problems and
from my research I felt that Reiki would
be helpful to use with him.
On the course I learned to meditate
which I have never done before. I learned
to heal myself and others. All in all my life
has become more tranquil and relaxed.
Each week I looked forward to every
class with my tutor as every lesson we
learned something new. I cannot really
say what I enjoyed the most as Reiki is
just wonderful in many ways both for
healing others or healing ourselves.
My plans are to progress onto Reiki level
2 and go further. I would like to thank
my tutor for the amazing experience and
opportunity she gave me learning Reiki.
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Timetable
Course Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary Band
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
Counselling and Personal Development

Introduction to Life Coaching - Beginners
B2387
Wednesday
22 Feb 2017 18:30
Introduction to Mindfulness and Wellbeing - Beginners

B2480
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
10:00
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
1.00
ISCW
19
2A
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
Beginners to Mindfulness through Lunchtime

A2592
Thursday
03 Nov 2016 13:00
Introduction to Creative Thinking Skills - Beginners

C2404
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
Massage
Introduction to 5 Element Shiatsu Massage - Beginners
B2481
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
13:30
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
C2482
Saturday
10 Jun 2017 13:30
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
Introduction to Massage - Beginners

A2374
Wednesday
02 Nov 2016 18:30
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
B2392
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
18:30
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
05 Nov 2016 10:00
3.00
SHC
56
19
2A
29 Apr 2017 10:00
10
2.50
ISW
94
31
2A
18:30
Reflexology
Introduction to Reflexology - Beginners
B2369
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
Reiki
Reiki - Level 1
A2170
Saturday
Reiki - Level 2
C2513
Saturday
I have
learned
how to relax
through
meditation.
Reiki - Level 1
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Timetable
Course Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary Band
3.00
ISW
11
2A
Weekend Tasters
Aromatherapy - Beginners
A2475
Saturday
15 Oct 2016 10:00
Basic Massage Routine (Family and Friends - please enrol in pairs) - Beginners
A2048
Sunday
25 Sep 2016 11:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
B2266
Sunday
05 Mar 2017 11:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
3.00
ISW
11
2A
10:00
3.00
ISW
11
2A
01 Oct 2016 10:30
2.00
ISW
2A
Life Coaching - Beginners

B2543
Saturday
28 Jan 2017 10:00
Creative Thinking - Beginners

B2477
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
Healthy Backs - Beginners

A2514
Saturday
Indian Head Massage - Beginners

A2037
Sunday
09 Oct 2016 11:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
B2262
Sunday
29 Jan 2017 11:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
22 Oct 2016 10:00
3.00
ISW
11
2A
29 Oct 2016 10:00
2.00
ISW
2A
3.00
ISW
11
2A
Reflexology - Beginners
A2476
Saturday
Reiki - Beginners
A2390
Saturday
Self Esteem Enhancement (SEE) - Beginners

B2440
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
Stress Relief Through Mindfulness - Beginners

A2542
Saturday
08 Oct 2016 10:30
2.00
ISW
2A
B2479
Saturday
04 Feb 2017 10:30
2.00
ISW
2A
No
Weeks
Welcome to Shiatsu Massage - Beginners

B2198
Saturday
11 Feb 2017
13:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
C2147
Saturday
29 Apr 2017 13:30
3.00
ISW
11
2A
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Get Qualified in courses up to Level 2
Get Qualified in courses up to Level 2
We have changed the way that we are

supporting learners who wish to enrol onto a
course up to Level 2.
This means that fees will be more affordable for

learners who wish to improve their skills while
working.
These courses will have standard

concessionary rates as well as a new rate for
those who are employed but earning less than
17,000 per year (U17K).
Those wishing the take advantage of this new

rate will need to provide us with evidence.
(see page 8-9)
Course Code Day of Week
Start Date
Timetable
Start Time No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Course Fees
Full Fee Concessionary Band or
U17K

A5014
Saturday
10 Dec 2016 09:30
7.50
ISCS
26
Free
C4701
Saturday
03 Jun 2017 09:30
7.50
ISCS
26
Free
Get Qualified in British Sign Language

Prepare for British Sign Language Signature Award - Level 1
A1073
Tuesday
22 Sep 2015 18:30
2.00
ISW
38
13
2A
27
2.00
ISW
216
Free
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British Sign Language Signature Award - Level 1
Y0037
Tuesday
03 Nov 2015 18:30
Qualify in IT and Computing

Digital Skills - Beginners
A1334
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
147
Free
42
B1388
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
147
Free
42
C1333
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
09:30
12
3.50
SHC
147
Free
42
Prepare for ECDL

A1278
Multiple
20 Sep 2016
09:30
4.00
SHC
45
20
4A
A1039
Multiple
26 Sep 2016
18:00
4.00
SHC
45
20
4A
ECDL Essentials - Level 1

Y1280
Multiple
01 Nov 2016
09:30
11
6.00
SHC
231
Free
66
Y0841
Multiple
01 Nov 2016
18:00
11
6.00
SHC
231
Free
66
ECDL Extra - Level 2

Y1281
Multiple
21 Feb 2017
09:30
17
6.00
SHC
357
Free
102
Y1182
Multiple
21 Feb 2017
18:00
17
6.00
SHC
357
Free
102
Learner Support Fund

50
If you enrol onto an accredited course, you may be able to access money to help cover
costs associated with your courses. We may be able to help with childcare, travel or
material costs. For further information, text IDEA and your name to 07950 080 341 or email
ideastorelearning@towerhamlets.gov.uk and a member of the team will get back to you.
How do I Apply for Level 3 Accredited Courses?
Step 2: Once you have attended an

assessment session for the Prepare for
course and enrolled, you will need to book an
appointment with the Learner Support Team to
apply for your 24+ loan. If you wish to pay for
the course without a 24+ loan, you can do so
in two equal instalments or in full through the
Learner Support Team.
If you are unable to pay the new fees, then the

government has created a new 24+ Advanced
Learning Loan which can help you to pay your
tuition fees.
The loan is easy to apply for, your household
income is not taken into account and there is
no credit check. You only start to repay the loan
when your income is over 21,000 a year.
Course Code Day of Week
Start Date
* Please note: you will only be able to enrol on

the below courses during your appointment
with the Learner Support Team.
Timetable
Start Time No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Course Fees
Concessionary
2.50
ISW
47
16
27
3.00
ISW
724* 724*
Band or
U17K
Community Interpreting
Prepare for Community Interpreting Ascentis Certificate
A1460
Thursday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
2A
Community Interpreting Ascentis Certificate - Level 3
Y1276
Thursday
03 Nov 2016
18:00
724*
*If you are under 24 years old please contact us for fees
How do I Apply for Level 3 Accredited Courses?
Step 1: To enrol on a level 3 course you will

need to attend an assessment session and
successfully complete the Prepare for course.
The government have changed the way that

they are supporting learners who wish to
enrol onto a level 3 course and are over 24
years of age. This means that fees will be more
expensive than in previous years for learners
who are over 24 years of age.
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Foreign Language and Interpreting
My French has
improved so much
and I am now really
determined to
keep it up. I will be
fluent!
French Intermediate
Learner
Which course
should I enrol on?
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Our Modern Foreign Language courses

do not require any assessment. If you
are unsure of your level please see the
guidance on the course outlines which
are available from all Idea Stores or
come to one of our foreign language
film evenings.
Film screenings and assessment sessions.

A tutor will be available for assessment from
6pm-7pm and film will be shown at 7pm.
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ISW
ISCW
ISCW
ISW
Monday 5 September
Tuesday 6 September
Wednesday 7 September
Sunday 11 September
Check our website for details of films throughout the year.
Languages
Develop and Build Your Language Skills

If you want to maintain your speaking and
listening skills, we offer a number of classes
that allow you to continue to improve your
skills. Whether you are learning for a holiday
or to communicate with members of your
community or family, we have classes for you.
A number of languages are offered at higher

levels which can be seen in the table.
Develop Skills to Support Your Work
Sign Language at Level 1 and Community
Interpreting Level 3 both cover skills employers
are looking for.
Case
study
Progression Route
Cheryl Moore
Language
Spanish for Beginners

Cheryl has been studying Spanish for Beginners
this year. She uses apps to help her learning
and her fellow learners go to her for advice on
the best apps to use.
Employment
On a recent trip to Northern Spain, travelling to

Bilbao and Asturias, Cheryl was surprised how
much she could understand when asking for
directions. As tourism is less common in this
region being able to speak some Spanish was
important.
Upper
Intermediate
Intermediate
PreIntermediate
British Sign
Language
Level 1
Community
Interpreting
Level 3
Beginners
Beginners
Beginners
Prepare for
British Sign
Language
Level 1
Prepare for
Interpreting
French/
Spanish
German/
Italian
Arabic/
Russian
BSL
Interpreting
PreIntermediate
Languages
We offer courses in a wide variety of foreign
languages.
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Assessment in British Sign Language and Interpreting
All learners must successfully complete Unit 101 (A1073) before enrolling onto Unit 102/103 (Y0037).
Assessment Session for British Sign Language

Course
Venue
Day
Date
Time
British Sign Language
Tuesday
6 September 2016
18:00
Please note: The assessment session will last up to an hour and you need to arrive on time.
You will be given information about the course and a short assessment.
Assessment Session for Interpreting
Course
Venue
Day
Date
Time
Community Interpreting
Thursday
8 September 2016
18:00
Please note: The assessment session will last up to two hours and you need to arrive on time.
You will be given information about the course, a written assessment and short interview.
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
2.50
ISW
47
16
2A
3.00
ISW
Get Qualified in Community Interpreting

Prepare for Interpreting
A1460
Thursday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
Community Interpreting Ascentis Certificate - Level 3

Y1276
Thursday
03 Nov 2016 18:00
27
See page 50 - 51
Get Qualified in British Sign Language

Prepare for Signature British Sign Language Award - Level 1
A1073
Tuesday
23 Sep 2016
18:30
2.00
ISW
38
13
2A
Signature British Sign Language Award - Level 1

Y0037
Tuesday
01 Nov 2016
18:30
27
2.00
ISW
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
See page 50 - 51
Arabic
Arabic Part 1 - Beginners
A1368
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016

B1369
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017

C1370
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
French
French Part 1 - Beginners
A1371
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1374
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
11:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
B1317
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
12
2.50
SHC
113
38
2A
54
B1369
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1375
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
11:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
C1316
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
12
2.50
SHC
113
38
2A
Timetable
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band

C1373
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1376
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
11:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
French Part 1 - Pre-Intermediate

A1377
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1400
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A

B1398
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1401
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A

C1399
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1402
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
French Part 1 - Intermediate

A1403
Tuesday
10 Oct 2016

B1404
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017

C1405
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
French Part 1 - Upper Intermediate

A1406
Thursday
22 Sep 2016

B1407
Thursday
12 Jan 2017

C1408
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
German
German Part 1 - Beginners
A1409
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1213
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
12
2.50
SHC
113
38
2A

B1410
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1214
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
12
2.50
SHC
113
38
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
Course
Code

C1411
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
German Part 1 - Pre-Intermediate

A1412
Thursday
22 Sep 2016

B1413
Thursday
12 Jan 2017

C1414
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
55
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Italian
Italian Part 1 - Beginners
A1415
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1457
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:15
12
2.50
ISCW
113
38
2A

B1416
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1458
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:15
12
2.50
ISCW
113
38
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A

C1417
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
Italian Part 1 - Pre-Intermediate

A1418
Wednesday
20 Sep 2016

B1419
Wednesday
10 Jan 2017

C1420
Wednesday
25 Apr 2017
Russian
Russian Part 1 - Beginners
A1421
Thursday
22 Sep 2016

B1422
Thursday
12 Jan 2017

C1423
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
Spanish
Spanish Part 1 - Beginners
A1424
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISB
75
25
2A
A1427
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1430
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1433
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
A1461
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
12:30
10
1.00
ISCW
38
13
2A
B1053
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:15
12
2.50
ISW
113
38
2A
Basic language
skills are important
in the banking
sector. My learning
has opened up
greater employment
opportunities
for me.
56
Timetable
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band

B1425
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISB
75
25
2A
B1428
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1431
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1434
Monday
9 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
B1462
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
12:30
10
1.00
ISCW
38
13
2A
C1054
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:15
12
2.50
ISW
113
38
2A

C1426
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISB
75
25
2A
C1429
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1432
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1435
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
C1463
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
12:30
10
1.00
ISCW
38
13
2A
Spanish Part 1 - Pre-Intermediate

A1436
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
A1439
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1442
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A

B1437
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
B1440
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1443
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A

C1438
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
C1441
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1444
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
Spanish Part 1 - Intermediate

A1445
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
A1454
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
A1448
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
Course
Code

B1446
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
B1455
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
B1449
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A

C1447
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISCW
75
25
2A
C1456
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
C1450
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
18:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
Spanish Part 1 - Upper Intermediate

A1451
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016

B1452
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017

C1453
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
57
Performing Arts
It improved
physical health
and well-being
and inspired me
to start new dance
courses
Ballet Intermediate
58
Performing Arts

African Dance
Argentine Tango
Ballet
Belly Dancing (Women Only)
Contemporary Dance
Flamenco
Free Your Voice
Hand Drumming
Jazz Dance
Jazz Improvising
Jazz Vocal Singing
Piano and Keyboard Skills
Playing the Drum Kit
Sing The World
Strictly Ballroom
skills, you can also improve or maintain your skills
through our improvers and intermediate courses.
We can offer you what you need to maintain
your standard or to improve and build on it.
Whether you want to become an enthusiastic
amateur or aspire to perform professionally, there
are courses for you too. Progress by joining
one of our all levels*, improvers or intermediate
courses. Most of the courses mentioned above
have an improvers and an intermediate level.
I have enjoyed
developing a deeper
understanding
of contemporary
techniques and am
starting to learn
Ballet techniques.
The teaching has
been excellent.
If you want to engage in intensive dance,

pursue professional dance training in order to
develop a dance related career, there are the
following courses:
Intensive Dance Training,
Easter Intensive Dance Course
Ideachor Performance Group
all levels including advanced learners who
may be developing more advanced skills and
techniques. You will be taught by highly skilled
and experienced dance tutors, choreographers
and musicians supported by a range of
Performing Arts
Learn to Dance or Perform and Develop

Your Performing Skills
Idea Store Learning has developed a broad
range of dance and performing arts courses
aimed at offering you the chance to learn to
dance, play an instrument, perform or sing.
Whether you are interested in African Dance,
Bollywood, Ballet, Ballroom, Contemporary
Dance, Salsa, Singing, Tango, Hand Drumming
or Keyboards, we have a course for you in
which you will enjoy learning in an energetic,
creative, friendly and supportive atmosphere.
Case
study
Josie Munro
Ballet Improvers
I have been attending Ballet classes at
Idea Store Learning for over three years
now. I find them very inspirational. I learn
a lot, and the classes are always fun.
I have taken part in all the summer shows
since I started, this year being the third
time. Last academic year, the Friday
performance took place on my 82nd
birthday. What better way to celebrate?
I find Ballet not only helps to keep me
physically fit; it also keeps my brain active.
Attending classes are also a good social
outlet. There is always a happy atmosphere
in class, and I have made new friends. I
went through a very difficult period in my
life when my husband became disabled,
and I became his full time carer for six
years until he died. Ballet classes were the
only thing that kept me going at this time,
and through my period of bereavement.
I think adult education classes are a good
thing generally for society. They give
purpose and motivation to people. Life
would be very sad without them.
59
Progression Route Performing Arts
Performing Arts
Own Business / Employment

Other
accredited
courses in
Higher
Education
Higher level courses leading to professional standards
Intensive
Dance
Training
Ballet
Intermediate
Contemporary
Dance
Intermediate
Ballet
Improvers
Contemporary
Dance
Improvers
Ballet
Beginners
Contemporary
Dance
Beginners
Tango
Level 1
Beginners
Belly
Dancing
Improvers
Bollywood
Performance
Belly
Dancing
Beginners
Bollywood
Dance
Beginners
Piano and
Keyboard Skills
Improvers
Hand
Drumming
or Drum Kit
Beginners
Piano and
Keyboard Skills
Beginners
The teacher is
always positive
and energetic she
focuses on the
techniques and
gives excellent
feedback. Great
motivator!
60
Timetable
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Ballet
Ballet - Beginners
A3916
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:15
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
B3917
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:15
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
C3918
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:15
10
1.00
SHC
38
13
2A
A3180
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
09:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3253
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
09:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3294
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
09:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
A4199
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B4200
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C4201
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Ballet - Improvers
A3486
Monday
19 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B3487
Monday
09 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C3488
Monday
24 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
A3634
Friday
23 Sep 2016
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3671
Friday
13 Jan 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3684
Friday
28 Apr 2017
10:00
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
A3182
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
11:15
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3255
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
11:15
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3296
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
11:15
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
A4320
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
11:45
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B4323
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
11:45
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C4322
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
11:45
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Performing Arts
Course
Code
Ballet - Intermediate
A3844
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3254
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3295
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary Dance Beginners
A3720
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:15
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
B3676
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:15
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
C3689
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:15
10
1.00
ISW
38
13
2A
Contemporary Dance - Improvers

A3635
Monday
19 Sep 2016
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3673
Monday
09 Jan 2017
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3686
Monday
24 Apr 2017
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
A4196
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B4197
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C4198
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
61
Timetable
Performing Arts
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Contemporary Dance - Intermediate

A4352
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
B4353
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
C4354
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
A3636
Friday
23 Sep 2016
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3672
Friday
13 Jan 2017
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C3685
Friday
28 Apr 2017
11:45
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Jazz Dance
Jazz Dance - Beginners
A4095
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
B4096
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C4097
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Jazz Dance - Improvers

A4098
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B4099
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C4100
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Traditional Dance
African Dance - Beginners
A3191
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
13:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
B3265
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
13:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
C3304
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
13:00
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
African Dance - Improvers

A3998
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
14:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
B3999
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
14:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
C4000
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
14:30
10
1.50
ISW
56
19
2A
Belly Dancing - Beginners (Women Only)

A3737
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
B3738
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C3927
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Belly Dancing - Improvers (Women Only)

A3925
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B4271
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C4272
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
19:45
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
13:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
25 Apr 2017
19:45
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
Bollywood Dance - Beginners

A3571
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
Bollywood Dance - Improvers

B3586
Sunday
15 Jan 2017
Bollywood Performance - All Levels

C3573
Tuesday
Flamenco - Beginners
62
A4346
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
75
25
2A
B4347
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
75
25
2A
C4348
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
75
25
2A
Timetable
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Flamenco - Improvers
A3722
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
17:45
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
B3723
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
17:45
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
C3724
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
17:45
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
Flamenco - Intermediate
A3197
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
B3269
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
C3308
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
BAC
56
19
2A
10 Jan 2017
19:45
10
1.25
ISW
47
16
2A
Kathak Dance - All Levels

B3694
Tuesday
Salsa - Beginners
A3194
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
B3270
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C3309
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Performing Arts
Course
Code
Salsa - Improvers
A3845
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B3271
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C3310
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Strictly Ballroom - Beginners

A3188
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
B3691
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C3680
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:00
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Strictly Ballroom - Improvers

A3189
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
B3692
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
C3681
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:30
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Tango Level 1 - Beginners

A3726
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
1.25
BOWMC
47
16
2A
B3727
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
1.25
BOWMC
47
16
2A
C3733
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
1.25
BOWMC
47
16
2A
63
Performing Arts
64
Intensive Dance Training

Do you want to engage in intensive dance
training, pursue further professional
dance training and develop a dance
related career?
This might be the course for you. A one
year dance programme which was originally
developed in partnership with Birkbeck,
University of London.
The programme is mainly centred on regular
technique classes and creative workshops in
Contemporary dance and classical Ballet.
It aims to prepare individuals wishing to
audition and progress onto Professional
Dance Training courses and or just wanting
to engage in more intensive training. This
course offers particularly good structured
training for people in full time work. As well
as one Ballet class and one Contemporary
dance class a week (Mondays 6-9pm); you
will be given performance opportunities
including a fully staged production in a
theatre at the end of the course.
Entry Requirement:
You should have some experience as a
performer, who has received training in
dance, and be presently capable of working
at Improvers level (fundamental technical
skills clearly understood and embodied) in
Contemporary Dance and/ or elementary
level (Confident grasp of the basic movement
vocabulary) in classical Ballet.
To enrol on this course all interested
participants must attend an audition.
To attend the audition, please contact us at:
I really enjoyed the

class! I have learnt to
control my body and
muscles more. I love
the teachers approach
and the fact she is
well prepared and
welcomes very well
people with no ballet
background.
Assessment Sessions for Performing Arts

Date
Time
Venue
Monday 12th September 2016
6:00-9:00 pm
6:00-9:00 pm
Monday 24th April 2017
6:00-9:00 pm
11.30am -2:00pm
Ideachor Audition:
Sunday 30th April 2017
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
18:00
18:00
18:00
10
10
10
3.00
3.00
3.00
ISW
ISW
ISW
113
113
113
38
38
38
2A
2A
2A
18:30
8.00
ISW
30
10
2A
11:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
1.00
1.00
1.00
BAC
BAC
BAC
38
38
38
13
13
13
2A
2A
2A
1.25
1.25
1.25
SHC
SHC
SHC
47
47
47
16
16
16
2A
2A
2A
1.25
1.25
1.25
SHC
SHC
SHC
47
47
47
16
16
16
2A
2A
2A
Performing Arts
Learners wanting to enrol on the Intensive Dance Training or the Ideachor Performance
Group will have to attend an audition with the course tutor on the specified dates and times.
Late comers will not be allowed to join the audition, please make sure you arrive at least 15
minutes before the start time.
(TSCR) Professional Dance

A3930
Monday
19 Sep 2016
B3931
Monday
09 Jan 2017
C3929
Monday
24 Apr 2017
Easter Intensive Dance Course
B4001
Multiple
03 Apr 2017
Ideachor Performance Group
C4127
Sunday
30 Apr 2016
Drumming
Hand Drumming and Percussion Skills - Beginners
A3996
Monday
19 Sep 2016 18:00
10
B3280
Monday
09 Jan 2017 18:00
10
C3932
Monday
24 Apr 2017 18:00
10
Playing the Drum Kit - Beginners
A3212
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016 18:00
10
B3282
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017 18:00
10
C3321
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017 18:00
10
Playing the Drum Kit - Improvers
A3924
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016 19:30
10
B3283
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017 19:30
10
C3322
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017 19:30
10
Excellent theory &

help with composing
base lines. Plenty of
tailored sheet music.
Nice contemporary
mix of practice
material.
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Date
Performing Arts
Time
Venue
Monday 19th September 2016
6:00-9:00 pm
Shadwell Centre
6:00-9:00 pm
Shadwell Centre
Monday 24th April 2017
6:00-9:00 pm
Shadwell Centre
Saturday 24th September 2016
10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Shadwell Centre
Saturday 14th January 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Shadwell Centre
Saturday 29th April 2017
10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Shadwell Centre
Jazz Improvising - All Levels
Jazz Piano and Guitar Together
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
18:30
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Instrumental
Piano and Keyboard Skills - All Levels
A3230
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
Piano and Keyboard Skills - Beginners

A3907
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:15
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
B3286
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:15
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C3325
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:15
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Piano and Keyboard Skills - Improvers

B3287
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:45
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
C3326
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:45
10
1.25
SHC
47
16
2A
Jazz Improvising - All Levels

A4349
Monday
26 Sep 2016
18:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
B4350
Monday
16 Jan 2017
18:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
C4351
Monday
08May 2017
18:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
Jazz Piano and Guitar Together - All Levels

A4408
Saturday
01 Oct 2016
10:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
B4409
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
10:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
C4410
Saturday
06 May 2017 10:00
2.00
SHC
68
23
2A
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
18:00
10
1.50
SHC
56
19
2A
Singing
Free Your Voice - Beginners
A3232
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
Jazz Vocal Singing - All Levels

B3289
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
Sing The World - All Levels

C3328
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
Sing Musical Hits and Choral Classics - All Levels
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A3847
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
12:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
B3292
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
12:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
C3331
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
12:30
10
2.00
ISW
75
25
2A
End of Term Celebrations

End of
Year Show
Friday 14 July 2017 and

Saturday 15 July 2017
Location:
Brady Arts Centre
Time: 7:30pm
A day of multicultural dance and music

with learners from Idea Store Learning!
Come along and find out about our
courses.
See what our current learners have
achieved after 10 weeks. Try out some of
the different dance styles during the free
taster sessions.
Sunday 11 December 2016

Sunday 2 April 2017
Location:

(Dance Studio)
1- 3pm
Taster sessions will include:
Bollywood, Ballroom, Street Dance, Flamenco,
Ballet, Belly Dancing, Contemporary Dance and
many more!
Discover! Develop! Enjoy!

For further information, text IDEA
and your name to 07950 080 341, email
or call 020 7364 5665.
FREE
Taster
Sessions
With over 800 courses,

Idea Store Learning offers
something for everyone.
ENROL TODAY!
Photography
I have improved
my studio skills, it gave
me a lot of confidence,
and the course is well
structured, clear and
easy to understand
Portrait & Studio
Photography Beginners
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Photography
We have developed a range of rich and varied

photographic courses all designed to help
you develop your skills and expertise as a
photographer. Whether you wish to simply
update your existing skills or develop an
excellent photographic portfolio or work towards
employment within the sector we have a course
to suit your needs.
Get to Know Your Digital Camera
Basic Digital Photography
Black and White Darkroom Techniques
Wedding Photography
Portrait and Studio Photography
Street Photography in the East End
Urban Photography at Canary Wharf
Progression Route
Photography
Employment
Photography Workshops
Develop a
Photography
Project
Portrait and
Studio
Photography improvers
Digital Film
Making with
your DSLR
Camera
Digital
Photography
Intermediate
Portrait
and Studio
Photography
Beginners
Urban
Photography
at
Canary Wharf
Basic
Digital
Photography
Black and White

Darkroom
Techniques Improvers
Street
Photography
in the
East End
Get to
Know your
Digital camera
Black and White

Darkroom
Techniques Beginners

skills there are courses for you too. Progress by
joining one or more of our all levels* improvers
or advanced courses:
Develop a Photography Project
Portrait and Studio Photography Improvers
Black and White Darkroom Techniques

All Levels
Photoshop for Photographers
Digital Film Making with your DSLR Camera
*All Levels courses are a mix of learners of all
levels including advanced learners who may be
working on individual projects or developing
more advanced skills and techniques. You
will be taught by highly skilled photography
practitioners and supported by a range of
Photography
Our ambition within the photography area at

Idea Store Learning is to provide you with the
best photographic learning experience in Tower
Hamlets.
Following an all levels, improvers or advanced

course learners can progress to one of our
workshops.
We offer two new workshops
Studio Photography Workshop
Black and White Darkroom Workshop
These workshops are for learners who want
the opportunity to progress their work further
for employment or exhibition within the
photographic industries.
The aim is for you to increase your
opportunities and to raise your profile within
the photography industries either through
producing work for exhibition/competition
or by direct employment, as self-employed
photographers producing work for sale or
through social media as a means to sell work.
of our intermediate or improvers courses, within
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Wedding
Photography
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
Photography
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Photography
Develop a Photography Project - Beginners
A4078
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:45
Develop a Photography Project - All Levels

B4079
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:45
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C4080
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:45
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
18:30
2.00
SHC
43
13
3A
Wedding Photography - Beginners

A3939
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
Wedding Photography - All Levels

B3830
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
2.00
SHC
43
13
3A
C3831
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
2.00
SHC
43
13
3A
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Photoshop for Photographers - Beginners

A3828
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
Photoshop for Photographers - All Levels

B3703
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3704
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
2.00
ISCS
43
13
3A
2.00
ISCW
43
13
3A
Portrait and Studio Photography - Beginners

A3826
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
19:00
Portrait and Studio Photography - Improvers

B3827
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:00
Portrait and Studio Photography - All levels

C3662
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:00
Urban Photography at Canary Wharf - Beginners

A3833
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
13:30
Urban Photography at Canary Wharf - Beginners

C3367
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
13:30
Street Photography in the East End - Beginners

A3834
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 14:00
2.00
ISB
43
13
3A
C3663
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
2.00
ISW
43
13
3A
14:30
I learned a
lot about filming
interviews, close
up, getting the
right angle and
lighting.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Darkroom Techinques
Black and White Darkroom Techniques - Beginners
A3832
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
Black and White Darkroom Techniques - All Levels

B3660
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3661
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Digital Photography
Get to Know your Digital Cameras - Beginners
A3822
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
2.00
ISCS
43
13
3A
B3823
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
2.00
ISCS
43
13
3A
C3507
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
2.00
ISCW
43
13
3A
Photography
Hrs Per
Week
Basic Digital Photography - Beginners

A3544
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:40
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3553
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:40
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3560
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:40
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
A3821
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 10:00
3.00
ISB
64
19
3A
B3658
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
10:00
3.00
ISW
64
19
3A
C3106
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
10:00
3.00
ISW
64
19
3A
Digital Photography - Intermediate

A4092
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B4093
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C4094
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
A3819
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3820
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3707
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Excellent
practical work,
especially
long exposure,
painting with
light.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Photography
Digital Film
Digital Film Making With your DSLR Camera - Beginners
A3949
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
09:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B3950
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
09:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3951
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
09:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Photography and Darkroom Workshops

Studio Photography Workshop - Intermediate
A4361
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B4362
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C4363
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
Black and White Darkroom Workshop - Intermediate

A4335
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B4358
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C4359
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
Case
study
Vanya Ivanova
Photography
I have studied photography at Idea
Store Learning for two years now.
The tutor was

inspiring and
encouraging;
I learnt a lot
of different
darkroom
techniques.
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I started with Photoshop course, and went

on to study, street photography, darkroom
techniques and recently studio and portrait
courses. I have had an amazing time with
amazing people, always encouraged by
my tutors.
I have learned to improve my photography
skills to a higher level and now I cant stop
thinking and working on new photography
projects. I get very excited that I am able
to share my vision to the World.
Become an Idea Store
Learner Volunteer
Would you like to be a Classroom Volunteer?

You will assist an Idea Store Tutor and learners on a course
Would you like to be an Administration Volunteer?
You will assist Idea Store staff at our head office in Bow
Are you available for at least 2 hours per week?
Volunteering can help you to gain new skills and experience that will
help you move closer to employment.
If you are aged 18+ and interested in volunteering with Idea Store for further information text IDEA and your name to 07950 080 341
or email ideastorelearning@towerhamlets.gov.uk and a member of
the team will get back to you.
Technical and DIY Skills

This
upholstery course
has been fantastic.
Ive learned the
basic skills and
am coming back
next term - very
impressed!
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The courses on offer:

Home Improvements Plumbing
Soft Furnishings
Stained Glass
Upholstery
Learners with some existing knowledge and
skills in upholstery can progress by joining our
upholstery all levels* or improvers courses.
all levels including beginners or advanced
learners. You will be taught by highly skilled art
and design practitioners and will use a range
of excellent resources. Following an all levels,
intermediate or advanced course learners may
progress to one of our workshops.
Workshops
These workshops are for learners who want the
opportunity to progress their work further for
employment or exhibition within the creative
industries sector.
The aim is for you to increase opportunities
to raise your profile either through producing
work for exhibition or competition or by direct
employment, as self-employed entrepreneurs
must have completed at least 20 hours on
one of our intermediate or improvers courses,
within the last three years or hold an equivalent
level of knowledge and skills.
Learn Technical and DIY Skills

At Idea Store learning we offer a range of
technical courses aimed at helping you learn
or develop technical and DIY skills in a friendly
and supportive environment. You do not need
to have any previous experience as we have
courses from beginner through to improver
levels and self-directed workshop courses.
Progression Route
Technical and
DIY Skills
Employment
Upholstery
Workshop
Stained Glass
All Levels
Upholstery Improvers
Stained Glass
Beginners
Introduction to
Upholstery
Upholstery
Beginners
Home
Improvements
Plumbing
All Levels
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Stained Glass
Stained Glass - Beginners
A4946
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
Stained Glass - All Levels

B4533
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4561
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Home Improvement, D.I.Y Skills

Home Improvements Plumbing - Beginners
A4849
Friday
23 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
A4909
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4765
Friday
13 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4910
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4779
Friday
28 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4911
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
19 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Upholstery
Upholstery - Beginners
A4947
Monday
Upholstery - All Levels

B4536
Monday
09 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4564
Monday
24 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Soft Furnishings - Beginners

A5056
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B5057
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C5058
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
The courses
are great. You feel
like a member of a
family. The tutors
are knowledgeable,
friendly and really
help you to develop
your work.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Upholstery - Intermediate
A5059
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B5060
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C5061
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
A5062
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B5063
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C5064
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
Case
study
BEFORE
Hazera Begum
Upholstery Beginners
I thoroughly enjoyed every moment
of this course. Silvia is a great teacher,
very skilled.
(TSCR) Upholstery Workshops
Her teaching method is very relaxed, patient

and she always works at your own pace. She
makes the learning process very much fun. I
feel I have been given a great insight into the
craft of upholstery.
I never expected I would be able to achieve
the work I did as a Beginner. I am very proud
of my Master Piece.
I always looked forward to attending my class
each week. I intend to enrol next term and
look forward to starting on my next project.
I would highly recommend this course to
anyone whos got an old chair, stool etc. that
needs some love and attention. Idea Store
Learning is the place to go!
AFTER
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Visual Arts
Learning
specific glazing
techniques is
exciting as you get
to see your work
finally complete.
Case
study
Stephen Dow
Printmaking
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I have studied several printmaking courses at the

Shadwell Centre which has enabled me to develop
a way of working that has allowed me to produce
prints that I now sell on-line and at local craft markets.
The social aspect of the studio space is also hugely
important as feedback from fellow printmaker has been
very beneficial.
Visual Arts
A taste of some of our beginners courses on

offer:
Painting and Drawing
Get Started with Water Colours
Get Started with Oil Painting
Seasonal Floral Displays
Pottery and Ceramics
Get Started in Ceramics with Throwing and
Hand Building
Printmaking
Screen Printing on Fabric and Paper
Creative Writing
Introduction to Interior Design
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion
Progression Route
Further Education/Higher Education/

Employment/Own Business
Workshops
Printmaking for
Beginners
Improve Your
Painting and
Drawing
Get Started in
Painting and
Drawing
Interior
Design
Make Floral
Displays
Advanced
Creative
Writing
Creative to
Introduction
Writing
Upholstery
We offer a wide choice of courses. Whether

you wish to refine your existing skill level or
develop more advanced techniques and skills
we have a visual arts course for you.
Examples of improvers or advanced courses
include:
Painting and Drawing - All Levels
Watercolours - All Levels
Oil Painting - All Levels
Life Drawing - All Levels
Seasonal Floral Displays - All Levels
C
eramics with Throwing and Hand Building
- All Levels
Screen Printing - All Levels
Creative Writing - All Levels
Interior Design - Intermediate
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion -
All Levels
all levels including beginners or advanced
learners. You will be taught by highly skilled
art and design practitioners and be taught
to use a range of resources. Following
an all levels, intermediate or advanced
course learners may progress to one of our
workshops.
Workshops
These workshops are for learners who want
the opportunity to progress their work further
for employment or exhibition within the
creative industries sector.
Visual Arts
Screen Printing
& Printmaking Advanced
There are also opportunities to further develop

and build your skills as an artist or designer.
Visual Arts
Learning about Visual Arts

Idea Store Learning has developed a broad,
vibrant range of visual arts courses aimed
at helping you learn new visual and artistic
skills. Whether you want to learn to paint with
watercolours, learn screen printing techniques,
ceramic design skills, create floral displays,
develop your oil painting skills, be a creative
writer or simply brush up on your life drawing
skills we have a visual arts programme in which
you will enjoy learning to be creative in a
friendly supportive atmosphere.
Ceramics with
Throwing and
Handbuilding
Get Started to
Introduction
in
Pottery &
Upholstery
Ceramics
The aim is for you to increase opportunities

to raise your profile either through producing
work for exhibition or competition or by direct
employment, as self-employed entrepreneurs
If you wish to enrol on a workshop class
you must have completed at least 20 hours
on one of our intermediate or improvers
course, within the last three years or hold an
equivalent level of knowledge and skills.
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Visual Arts
Visual Arts Workshops

A4326
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B4327
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C4328
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS

A4329
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
B4330
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
C4331
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
125
125
WS
Printmaking Workshop - Intermediate

A3981
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
B3970
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
C3971
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
A3403
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
B3870
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
C3871
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
10:00
10
4.00
SHC
200
200
WS
Painting and Drawing

Painting and Drawing - Beginners
A3077
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
B3122
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
C3158
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
A3852
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3114
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3150
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
13:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Painting and Drawing - All Levels

A4238
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
13:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
B4239
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
13:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
C4240
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
13:00
10
2.00
ISB
85
25
3A
A4084
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
13:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B4085
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
13:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3653
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
13:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Improve Your Painting and Drawing - Intermediate

A3543
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3851
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3558
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
85
25
3A
Get Started with Water Colours - Beginners

A3075
Monday
19 Sep 2016
Watercolours - All Levels

B3963
Monday
09 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
85
25
3A
C3964
Monday
24 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
BAC
85
25
3A
Get Started with Oil Painting - Beginners
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A3961
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Oil Painting - All Levels

B3962
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3155
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
19:00
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Course Fees
Start Date
Start
Time
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
A3073
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
BAC
106
31
3A
B3118
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
BAC
106
31
3A
C3154
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
BAC
106
31
3A
Family Art & Design

Fun Art for Families - (Children must be 5-8 years)- All Levels
A3624
Saturday
01 Oct 2016
13:00
2.00
ISCS
FL
B3359
Saturday
25 Feb 2017
13:00
2.00
ISCS
FL
C3368
Saturday
06 May 2017 13:00
2.00
ISCS
FL
Visual Arts
Life Drawing - All Levels
Fun Art for Families - (Children must be 8-11 years)

A3068
Saturday
05 Nov 2016 13:00
2.00
ISB
FL
B3113
Saturday
21 Jan 2017
13:00
2.00
ISB
FL
C3149
Saturday
10 Jun 2017
13:00
2.00
ISB
FL
2.00
BAC
43
13
3A
2.00
BAC
43
13
3A
18:30
2.00
BAC
43
13
3A
Floral Art & Flower Arranging

Make Winter Floral Displays - All Levels
A3303
Tuesday
01 Nov 2016
18:30
Make Spring Floral Displays - All Levels

B3836
Tuesday
21 Feb 2017
18:30
Make Summer Floral Displays - All Levels

C3837
Tuesday
06 Jun 2017
Pottery & Ceramics

Pottery and Ceramics for Beginners
A4312
Monday
19 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4313
Monday
09 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4317
Monday
24 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
A4247
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4248
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4249
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Get Started in Ceramics with Throwing and Hand Building - Beginners

A3089
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
A4064
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Ceramics with Throwing & Hand Building - All Levels

B3128
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3163
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4065
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4066
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Explore Creative Clay and Ceramics - Beginners

A3087
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
A3958
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
13:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Explore Creative Clay and Ceramics - All Levels

B3129
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B3959
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
13:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3165
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3960
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
13:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
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Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Start
Time
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
Visual Arts
Printmaking
Introduction to Printmaking Techniques - Beginners
A3768
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
B3769
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
C3770
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.00
SHC
85
25
3A
Printmaking for Beginners ( 5 weeks)

A4360
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
A4315
Tuesday
01 Nov 2016
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
B4316
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
B4318
Tuesday
21 Feb 2017
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
C4314
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
C4319
Tuesday
06 Jun 2017
13:00
2.50
SHC
53
16
3A
Printmaking for Beginners ( 10 weeks)

A4250
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4251
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4252
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Printmaking - All Levels

A4399
Thursday
22 Sep 2016
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B4400
Thursday
12 Jan 2017
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4401
Thursday
27 Apr 2017
15:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Screen Printing On Fabric and Paper - Beginners

A4364
Monday
19 Sep 2016
13:30
10
Screen Printing On Fabric and Paper - All Levels

B4365
Monday
19 Jan 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C4438
Monday
24 Apr 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Screen Printing and Printmaking - Beginners

A3080
Friday
23 Sep 2016
10:00
Screen Printing and Printmaking - All Levels

B3124
Friday
13 Jan 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3160
Friday
28 Apr 2017
10:00
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Screen Printing and Printmaking - Advanced

A4256
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
10:30
10
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
B4257
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
10:30
10
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
C4258
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
10:30
10
3.00
SHC
128
38
3A
Screen Printing Techniques - All Levels

A3868
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
B3123
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3869
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
18:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Screen Printing on Fabric and Batik - Beginners

A3867
Friday
23 Sep 2016
13:30
Screen Printing on Fabric and Batik - All Levels
82
B3698
Friday
13 Jan 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
C3561
Friday
28 Apr 2017
13:30
10
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
Timetable
Course
Code
Day of Week
Start Date
Course Fees
No
Weeks
Hrs Per
Week
Venue
Full Fee
Concessionary
Band
18:30
18:30
10
10
2.00
2.00
ISB
ISCW
85
85
25
25
3A
3A
18:30
18:30
18:30
18:30
10
10
10
10
2.00
2.00
2.00
2.00
ISB
ISB
ISCW
ISCW
85
85
85
85
25
25
25
25
3A
3A
3A
3A
14:00
14:00
14:00
10
10
10
2.00
2.00
2.00
ISB
ISB
ISB
85
85
85
25
25
25
3A
3A
3A
3.00
3.00
3.00
SHC
SHC
SHC
64
64
64
19
19
19
3A
3A
3A
2.50
2.50
2.50
ISB
ISB
ISB
106
106
106
31
31
31
3A
3A
3A
2.50
SHC
106
31
3A
2.50
2.50
SHC
SHC
106
106
31
31
3A
3A
Creative Writing
Creative Writing - Beginners
A4004
Tuesday
20 Sep 2016
A3986
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016
Creative Writing - All Levels
B4016
Tuesday
10 Jan 2017
C3988
Tuesday
25 Apr 2017
B3987
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017
C4023
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017
Creative Writing - Advanced
A4067
Saturday
24 Sep 2016
B4068
Saturday
14 Jan 2017
C4069
Saturday
29 Apr 2017
Visual Arts
Start
Time
Design
Introduction to Interior Design - Beginners
A3835
Saturday
24 Sep 2016 13:00
5
B3655
Saturday
14 Jan 2017 13:00
5
C3656
Saturday
29 Apr 2017 13:00
5
Interior Design - Intermediate
A3786
Thursday
22 Sep 2016 18:00
10
B3787
Thursday
12 Jan 2017 18:00
10
C3788
Thursday
27 Apr 2017 18:00
10
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion - Beginners
A4332
Wednesday
21 Sep 2016 18:30
10
Illustration for Marketing and Promotion - All Levels
B4333
Wednesday
11 Jan 2017 18:30
10
C4334
Wednesday
26 Apr 2017 18:30
10
The courses help

stimulate a sense of
well-being. It keeps
my mind active by
stimulating new
thoughts
Case
study
Katerina Dipla
Printmaking Learner Volunteer
For over two years I have been a learner volunteer
at the Shadwell Centre.
The chance to be
amongst other people
trying to do the same
things as me and to
talk about relevant
issues as well as
receive feedback on
my work has been
fantastic.
I very much enjoy my time at the centre as I engage

with a diverse range of people, exchange ideas and we
encourage each other to develop our artistic practise.
My introduction to the Centre was the starting point of my
thinking about how community can benefit from art, and
the importance of art within society; this has led me to
make a bid to the Arts Council to support my work further
hopefully culminating in exhibitions across London.
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Idea Stores
Idea Stores
Award-winning buildings on the high street

Open every day including weekends
Late night opening Monday to Thursday
Use computers FREE with your Idea Store card
LEARNING A LANGUAGE?
Use your card to support your learning

with Idea Store Online and practise your
new skills at home or on your mobile.
Your Idea Store card gives you access
to Oxford bilingual dictionaries at home
- and you can also download a range of
ebooks, audio books and international
newspapers to reinforce your learning.
DOING A BUSINESS COURSE?
Use your card to access Idea Store

online business service. This includes
easy to understand comprehensive
factsheets and guides for anyone
thinking about starting a small business
or working in one. The Business
Opportunity Profiles are ideal for the
jobseeker and interview preparation.
DEVELOPING YOUR
COMPUTER SKILLS?
Use your card to go on the

First Steps online computer course
for beginners.
PREPARING FOR YOUR

CITIZENSHIP TEST?
Use your card to practise online as
much as you like with the official
Home Office questions.
LOVE MUSIC?
Use your card to stream music or get

downloads to keep on your PC or
mobile.
LEARNING TO DRIVE?
Practise online with Theory Test Pro.

This has all the official questions from
the UK theory test including hazard
perception videos.
FREE only
to Idea Store
card holders
For more information

check out our website
www.ideastore.co.uk
An Idea store card

gives you access to
high quality resources
www.ideast
to support your learning.

Everyone registered on a course
in this guide is entitled to a card pick up yours when you come to your class.
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users
Excellent books,
lovely building
This is the best

local authority
library Ive ever
been to
I enjoy the book

group and the sense
of community
The view from
the cafe is
amazing
Download the
Idea Store App!
Very impressed
with the choice
of new books
*Public Library User Survey
download FREE magazines

get FREE ebooks, audio
books & music
browse our Course Guide
order any book you want click & collect
A nice place to
meet up with
friends. Lots of
activities for the
community
I have lived all over London

and no library service comes
close to Idea Stores
IDEA STORE CANARY WHARF
Tim Crocker
IDEA STORE BOW
IDEA STORE WATNEY MARKET

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ISCW
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Road
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SHADWELL
Accessibility
All our main Idea Store sites are accessible for
those with reduced mobility. However, at the
Shadwell Centre only classes on the ground floor
are accessible to people with reduced mobility
please check when you enrol..
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A variety of support is available for disabled

people or people with learning disabilities.
If you would like more information on the support
available call us on 020 73645665 or email
SHC
Shadwell Centre,* 455 The Highway, London, E1W 3HP
ISW
Idea Store Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU
ISB
Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, London E3 5ES
ISCS
Idea Store Chrisp Street, 1 Vesey Path, East India Dock Road, London E14 6BT
ISCW
Idea Store Canary Wharf, Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5RB
ISWM
Idea Store Watney Market, 260 Commercial Road, London E1 2FB
BAC
Brady Arts Centre, 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HU
SHS
Stephen Hawking School, 2 Brunton Place, London E14 7LL
OR
Outreach Venues, details of venues will be given to you at assessment
BOWMC
Bow Road Methodist Church, 1 Merchant Street, London, E3 4LY
*Limited wheelchair access at Shadwell Centre.

Access only to ground floor and annex. Detailed
access information about Idea Stores can be
found at www.disabledgo.info

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Shadwell Centre,* 455 The Highway, London E1W 3HP

Idea Store Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU

Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, London E3 5ES

Idea Store Watney Market, 260 Commercial Road, London E1 2FB

Brady Arts Centre, 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HU

Stephen Hawking School, 2 Brunton Place, London E14 7LL

Outreach Venues, details of venues will be given to you at assessment

Bow Road Methodist Church, 1 Merchant Street, London E3 4LY

A variety of support is available for people with

Excellent satisfaction with classes

Learners told us that their skills improved, their

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We at Idea Store Learning promote diversity

Valuing diversity is one of the four core values

As a service provider we will:

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The hourly rate includes basic material costs

Hourly rates (New)

Adult Community Learning Classes

Adult Community Learning Classes that require specialist

Adult Community Learning Classes that require specialist

Adult Community Learning Classes with pre employability

Specifically funded qualifications classes

Specifically funded qualifications classes that require specialist

Specifically funded qualifications classes for learners

Classes run for learners with previous skills and working on

Courses Run without any public funding delivered at full cost.

Specifically funded family learning

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This final assessment may involve the assessment

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Evidence you will need to

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