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We offer a wide range of courses at Swarthmore - have a browse! 

More details about courses is available once you click on View Details then click on the About the Course tab. If you would like to discuss the course further and gain more information advice or guidance please contact Student Support on 0113 243 2210, email [email protected] or pop in to see us.

Courses starting with 'L' are funded by Leeds City Council and subject to eligibility. 

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Jewellery Making Sale

Jewellery Making for All - S807a

Tuesday
4th November - 9th December
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£100

Tutor: Charlotte Whitmore

In this course you will learn a range of traditional jewellery making skills which you can then apply to your own jewellery projects.

  • Jewellery and Stained Glass
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
Jewellery Making Sale 2

Jewellery Making for All - S808a

Wednesday
5th November - 10th December
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
£100

Tutor: Charlotte Whitmore

This course is for students new to jewellery making or who wish to develop their skills further.

  • Jewellery and Stained Glass
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
Upcycling Fashion Sale

Upcycling Fashion - S708a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
£70

Tutor: Alison Monroe

This creative, fun and innovative, budget conscious upcycling fashion course enables you to bring to life a pre-loved garment or textile into a new and wearable fashion item.

  • Onsite
  • Sewing and Textiles
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
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Mosaic - S556a

Monday
10th November - 8th December
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£70

Tutor: Clair Thompson

Learn how to make one or several mosaic place-mats or plaques using ceramic and/or glass tiles. Develop your shape and measuring skills through this creative skills course.

  • Available to Book
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Onsite
  • Autumn Offer
Sewing Sale

Sewing for Beginners - S175a

Thursday
6th November - 11th December
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£70

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Sew your own unique handmade items such as bags, pencil cases and even small patchwork blankets.

  • Available to Book
  • Onsite
  • Sewing and Textiles
  • Autumn Offer
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Lino Printing - S550a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
£70

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

Learn to master mono, reductive and multi block printing using lino.

  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
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Painting and Drawing - Supported Course - S150a

Thursday
13th November - 11th December
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£70

Tutor: Clair Thompson

This course is aimed at people who are interested in Drawing and Painting and require a supported environment. Learners will explore a range of drawing and painting materials, media and techniques, including using paints, pastels and collage.

  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
  • Supported Courses
  • Autumn Offer
Paint Print and Collage Sale

Paint, Print and Collage - S567a

Monday
10th November - 15th December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
£70

Tutor: Clair Thompson

Unleash your creativity as you explore a world of marks and textures. Create beautiful abstract patterns and designs on paper using a mix of painting, printing, and collage techniques.

  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
Winter Watercolour Sale

Winter Watercolour - S515a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
£70

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

Explore Winter with this watercolour course focusing on colour and technique to produce landscapes and still life.

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
  • Autumn Offer
  • Onsite
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Stained Glass Mixed Ability - S819a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
£168 - £205

Tutor: Samantha Yates

Students will learn skills such as cutting glass and leading. This course is for total beginners or those with some experience.

  • Jewellery and Stained Glass
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
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Pottery - Beginners - S622a

Monday
3rd November - 1st December
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
£120 - £145

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

An introduction to pottery including: coiling, slab building, using moulds, using the potters wheel, and glazing.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pattern Cutting Introduction - S703a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
£99 - £123

Tutor: Alison Monroe

You will learn the skills needed to produce and cut out patterns for making clothes.

  • Onsite
  • Sewing and Textiles
  • Available to Book
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Oil Painting Mixed Ability - S530a

Tuesday
4th November - 9th December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
£127 - £157

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

Explore oil painting, basic techniques and abstracted methods.

  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
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Pattern Cutting Mixed Ability - S706a

Thursday
6th November - 11th December
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
£120 - £150

Tutor: Alison Monroe

This is a Pattern Cutting course that focuses on turning a design into a finished pattern. For those with previous pattern cutting experience.

  • Onsite
  • Sewing and Textiles
  • Available to Book
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Swarthmore Drama and Performance Group - S361a

Thursday
6th November - 4th December
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
£30

Let our experienced team of leaders develop your drama skills within our friendly and welcoming group. Whether you are a beginner or experienced we all have lots to learn, share and create together.

  • Literary and Performing Arts
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
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Confident Comeback - Reconnect and Restart - L315a

Friday
7th November - 12th December
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free - £75

Tutor: Ellie Julings

Thinking about returning to work after a break? This course is designed to help you rebuild your confidence.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • First Steps and Well-Being
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Pottery - Supported Course - S163a

Thursday
13th November - 11th December
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
£130 - £155

Tutor: Clare Marlow

The course is aimed at adults with Learning Difficulties/ Disabilities who are beginners or have experience of pottery.

  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Living Well - Supported Course - Funded by Sports England - G134a

Tuesday
16th September - 9th December
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Amy Smith

Funded by Sports England Movement Fund. A supported programme to get you active in a fun way.

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Confidence to Volunteer - L930a

Monday
29th September - 8th December
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free - £112.50

Tutor: Ellie Julings

This course is for adult learners (19+) . A course aimed at building students confidence to become a volunteer

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Online
  • First Steps and Well-Being
  • Digital Skills and Employability
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Acrylics and Watercolour Painting - Online - S518a

Friday
19th September - 28th November
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£140 - £180

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

An online course learning a variety of techniques using Acrylics and Watercolours paint.

  • Online
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
Digital Skills V2

Digital Skills for Beginners - L909a

Monday
15th September - 8th December
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Learn basic IT skills to get set for the world of digital technology. This course is for adult learners (19+) .

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Digital Skills and Employability
Digital Skills V1 2

Digital Skills Improving English - Supported Course - L908a

Monday
15th September - 8th December
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Learn to use the internet to explore topics that are of interest to you. This course is for adult learners (19+) with learning difficulties/disabilities/additional needs.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Digital Skills and Employability
  • Supported Courses
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Living Well - Supported Course - Funded by Sports England G133a

Tuesday
16th September - 9th December
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Amy Smith

Funded by Sports England Movement Fund. A supported programme to get you active in a fun way. 

  • Available to Book
  • First Steps and Well-Being
  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
Digital Skills V3

Digital Skills for Everyday Life - Supported Course - L903a

Tuesday
16th September - 9th December
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Improve your IT skills to get set for the world of digital technology. This course is for adult learners (19+) with learning disabilities / additional needs.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Digital Skills and Employability
  • Supported Courses
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Maths Made Easy - Supported Course - C211a

Tuesday
16th September - 9th December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Develop skills and confidence with recognising and using numbers in everyday life. This introduction to Maths course is for adult learners (19+) with learning disabilities/additional needs.

  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Available to Book
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Fantasy Art - S500a

Tuesday
16th September - 25th November
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
£135 - £175

Tutor: James Armstrong

Step into a world of imagination and creativity with our Fantasy Art Group — where dragons soar, forests whisper secrets, and magic comes to life through your art! Suitable for all levels.

  • Onsite
  • Online
  • Available to Book
  • Arts and Crafts
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Level 1 Certificate in Essential English in Everyday Life - F208a

17th September - 15th July
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Janine Toole

This course equips learners with essential English skills for everyday life. Through practical activities, students will develop confidence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Maths, English and ESOL
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Book Adventures - Reading for Fun - Supported Course - L111a

Wednesday
17th September - 22nd July
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Amy Smith

This English course is for adult learners (19+) with learning disabilities / additional needs who want to enjoy improving their reading skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.

  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Available to Book
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Maths in Everyday Life - Supported Course - L212a

Wednesday
17th September - 22nd July
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Develop skills and confidence with recognising and using numbers in everyday life. This introduction to Maths course is for adult learners (19+) with learning disabilities/additional needs.

  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Available to Book
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Artists Enterprise - L590a

Wednesday
17th September - 1st April
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

This course is designed to help learners improve their art skills while also exploring how to turn those skills into a small business.

  • Available to Book
  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Enterprise
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Jewellery Enterprise - L890a

Wednesday
17th September - 1st April
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Charlotte Whitmore

This course is designed to help learners improve their jewellery skills while also exploring how to turn those skills into a small business.

  • Available to Book
  • Onsite
  • Enterprise
  • Jewellery and Stained Glass
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Read To Succeed - Supported Course - C112a

Wednesday
17th September - 10th December
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Amy Smith

This English course is for adult learners (19+) with learning disabilities / additional needs. This course is perfect for adults with learning difficulties who want to enjoy improving their reading skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.

  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Available to Book
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ESOL - Entry 1 - L254a

Wednesday
1st October - 1st April
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Janine Toole

This is a Pre-Entry and Beginner course to English for ESOL students.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Maths, English and ESOL
Digital Skills V2 1

Accredited Maths E1 and E2 - F140a

Wednesday
17th September - 11th February
1:15 PM - 4:15 PM
£10

Tutor: Imogen Adie

Entry 1 & Entry 2 accredited Maths course for those with some experience. This course is for adult learners (19+).

  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
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Starting Your Own Side Hustle - L925a

Wednesday
17th September - 10th December
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Janine Toole

This course is for adult learners (19+) . This course is to support learners develop skills that will enable them to start their own small business.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Enterprise
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Stained Glass Mixed Ability - S820a

Wednesday
17th September - 26th November
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Samantha Yates

Students will learn skills such as cutting glass and leading. This course is for total beginners or those with some experience.

  • Jewellery and Stained Glass
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
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ESOL E2-E3 -L255a

Thursday
18th September - 2nd April
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free

Tutor: Nicola Eyre

This ESOL class is aimed at E2 and E3 level students and will focus on all four skills - speaking, reading, writing and listening.

  • Onsite
  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Available to Book
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First Steps with Words - Supported Course - L110a

Thursday
18th September - 23rd July
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Amy Smith

English through Reading with Amy is a course designed for students (19+) with learning disabilities / additional needs who want to develop their reading and writing skills using simple, accessible texts.

  • Onsite
  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Supported Courses
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Sustainable Fashion Enterprise - L790a

Thursday
18th September - 2nd April
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Alison Monroe

This course is designed to help learners improve their sewing skills while also exploring how to turn those skills into a small business.

  • Onsite
  • Sewing and Textiles
  • Available to Book
  • Enterprise
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Pottery Enterprise - L690a

Thursday
18th September - 2nd April
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

This course is designed to help learners improve their pottery skills while also exploring how to turn those skills into a small business.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
  • Enterprise
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ESOL E2-E3 -L256a

Thursday
18th September - 2nd April
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Nicola Eyre

This ESOL class is aimed at E2 and E3 level students and will focus on all the four skills - speaking, reading, writing and listening.

  • Onsite
  • Maths, English and ESOL
  • Available to Book
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Life Skills Hub - Supported Course - L131a

Thursday
18th September - 23rd July
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free - £450

Tutor: Amy Smith

Life Skills Hub is designed for adults with learning difficulties who want to master the practical skills needed for independent living.

  • Onsite
  • Supported Courses
  • Available to Book
  • First Steps and Well-Being
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Swarthmore Creative Writing Room - S351a

Friday
19th September - 12th December
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£84 - £144

Tutor: Leonora Rustamova

A space for writers with some experience to practise techniques, debate from the grand themes to the minutiae and write write write!

  • Literary and Performing Arts
  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Online
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Creative Writing - Whispers to Words - L350a

Friday
19th September - 12th December
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Free - £120

Tutor: Leonora Rustamova

An introductory course for students who would like to build confidence by improving/developing their creative writing skills.


  • Available to Book
  • Literary and Performing Arts
  • Onsite
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Confidence to Volunteer - Supported Course - L190a

Friday
19th September - 12th December
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Free - £137.50

Tutor: Ellie Julings

The course is aimed at adults with Learning Difficulties/ Disabilities who wish to build the confidence and skills to start volunteering.

  • Onsite
  • Available to Book
  • Digital Skills and Employability
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Pottery Saturday - S602a

20th September - 22nd November
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Sally Bradley

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S610a

Monday
22nd September - 1st December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S611a

Monday
22nd September - 1st December
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S612a

Tuesday
23rd September - 2nd December
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S613a

Tuesday
23rd September - 2nd December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Jeannie Waterhouse

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S614a

Tuesday
23rd September - 2nd December
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Sally Bradley

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Mixed Ability - S600a

Wednesday
24th September - 3rd December
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Sally Bradley

A mixed-ability pottery course for anyone who would like to learn the basics or practise and develop existing skills in a well-equipped studio, under the guidance of an expert tutor.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Pottery Experienced - S601a

Thursday
25th September - 4th December
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
£240 - £290

Tutor: Sally Bradley

This course enables experienced learners to further develop their pottery skills and knowledge under the guidance of an expert tutor. Students must have attended 2 terms at Swarthmore and completed the beginners course on one of the mixed ability courses.

  • Onsite
  • Pottery and Sculpture
  • Available to Book
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Mixed Media Painting - C506a

Monday
3rd November - 8th December
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free

Tutor: Joanne Whitaker

Enjoy exploring paint and composition using a variety of materials - waterbased paints, acrylic, watercolour and watersoluble oils on various surfaces.

  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book
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Art Workshop - Supported Course - C154a

Tuesday
11th November - 9th December
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Free

Tutor: Clare Marlow

This course will cover a variety of art and craft projects and is aimed at adults with Learning Difficulties/ Disabilities who are beginners or have experience of creating art.

  • Supported Courses
  • Onsite
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Available to Book

Course Resources

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What our students are saying

All great, excellent tutor, friendly atmosphere throughout the college. A very enjoyable experience!

Monica

Thank you very much for Family pottery course! My daughter and I enjoyed the sessions together. I highly recommend the course to anyone who want to do activity with child / children. Instructor was very friendly, helpful and informative.

Kumi

I did Oil Painting for Beginners and loved it. The atmosphere was relaxed, I learned a lot and enjoyed the company of my classmates. I'll be back - in fact, I've signed up for next term!

Anne

Brilliant jewellery course to make a ring in a day. Loved the quality of tuition, tools provided, and I'm delighted with the end result!
Location perfect for me as I could cycle there. Thank you - I'll be booking more courses!

Trina

l like Swarthmore as it is a good place to meet other people to chat to in the café in the breaks. l have learned how to read out loud, how to use a computer and maths skills.

Farrukh Syed

I like it here because of the students and staff being so nice. I enjoy the courses, I do maths, English and life skills. I have been coming to Swarthmore for almost 20 years with my wife. We all have a laugh here and meet new friends and learn all sorts of things.

Mark

Jewellery Charlotte Whitmore

Need more information?

If you would like to find out more about any of our courses, please get in touch. Our Student Support Team are always happy to help.