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    Helping Your Child Learn Through Stories

    Joy CooperTaught by
    Joy Cooper

    DateTuesday, 16 September, 1:00pm

    LocationHemel Hempstead Library

    PriceTickets from £25

    About this event

    Course Code: 26548

    Teacher: This course is being taught by Joy.

    What is this Course about?

    You will learn how to help your child develop a wide variety of knowledge and skills by using stories. Children love stories and can develop Literacy, Maths, Science and Creative skills (to name just a few) by engaging in activities related to a favourite story. You will make your own story sack and different resources each week to use with your child at home.

    Who is this Course for?

    For parents who want to learn how to support their child’s learning at home.  

    Entry Requirements to do this Course:

    A basic level of conversational and written English is required

    How you will be assessed?

    Through verbal questions and answers and weekly learner reflections

    How much studying will I need to do outside of the lesson?

    None, although we encourage all learners to put into practise what they have learnt and use the resources with their child during the week.

    Material supplied by Step2Skills

    Yes

    What learners need to bring/supply

    A smart phone or tablet to access Google Classroom

    Additional Information

    Please note that babies and children cannot attend this course.

    What happens after I book this course?

    There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions in your order confirmation email.

    The next steps…

    During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending other courses/workshops such as more Family Learning e.g. ‘Helping your child with Maths’, ‘Helping your child with English’ or an Employability course such as the ‘Introduction to working in schools’ or work towards a qualification with our accredited courses in English and Maths. Please see the full range of courses we offer.

    We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

     

    NOTE: This course is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.

    Venue

    Hemel Hempstead Library

    The Forum, Marlowes

    Hemel Hempstead

    Hertfordshire

    HP1 1DN

    Parking

    Public parking available nearby

    Disabled Facilities

    • Wheelchair access
    • Toilet (disabled access)
    • Public parking available nearby (Disabled parking bays)
    • Hearing loop
    • Baby changing facilities

     

    View the accessibility information for this venue.

    Accessibility information of venue

    Our visual story (PDF 519Kb) Opening in a new window can help you find your way around the library if you have autism or learning disabilities.

    Further information

    Except for the registration fee, this course/workshop is fully funded by The Department for Education Adult Skills Fund, for adults who meet the following criteria:

    • A Hertfordshire Resident
    • Aged 19 years or older on 31st August 2025
    • A UK national or anyone with a lawful immigration status in the UK. You will not be eligible if you are in the UK under any of the following conditions:
      • On a student visa
      • On a sponsorship visa
      • On a visa or residence permit that restricts or prohibits study
      • In the UK on holiday (with or without a visa)

    If you are not sure about your eligibility, please contact us. Our team will be happy to review your status and assist you with the next steps.

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