New Courses from Learning and skills - updated 19 May 2026

The team at Learning and Skills have a range of new courses coming up.

The following is information from Learning and Skills.


Learn how to cook!

Round the World Cooking - Every Tuesday - 10am till 12pm – 2nd June to 30th June - McNay Street Family Hub, Darlington DL3 6SW - 5 weeks
Learn how to prepare and cook dishes from around the world. No prior cooking experience required.
 

Upskill for Employment

Our five-day Employment Academy courses are available to job seekers and offer a guaranteed interview upon completion.
 
Introduction to Customer Service (with Arriva) - Monday to Friday - 10am till 3pm - 18th to 22nd May - The Coleridge Centre, Darlington DL1 5AJ - 1 week
Gain the vital customer service knowledge and interview skills needed to obtain employment. Site tour included.
 

Parenting and Caring courses

Family Health and Happiness – Wednesdays - 10am till 12pm – 3rd June to 1st July - McNay Street Family Hub, Darlington DL3 6SW - 5 weeks
This course is for parent or carers that are looking to develop their skills in maintaining a happy and healthy home. You will learn how to use a variety of skills to support your child at home and school, whilst developing your self-esteem and mindfulness.
 

Functional Skills & ESOL

We offer English, Maths and Digital Skills courses from entry level through to GCSE equivalent, including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
  

Other learning opportunities

Learning & Skills is a further education and training provider based in Darlington. We offer a number of FREE courses to help local adults gain in confidence, upskill and get the job they want. These range for pre-entry level courses for people with limited skills and experience, through to a-level equivalent qualifications. We also offer apprenticeships and courses for younger learners aged between 16 and 18.

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