Courses available

Learn something useful, creative or completely new.

Courses take place at NST Hub, 30–31 Alexandra Parade, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1QZ. We work with the WEA and community learning partners to offer a varied programme.

WEA courses

Learning for wellbeing and confidence.

To ask about these courses, contact Katie Dexter at katie.dexter@wea.ac.uk or call 07901 702325.

Health & wellbeing

  • Nutrition and Exercise
  • Award in Stress Awareness
  • Meditation and Mindfulness
  • Balance the Body and Mind — Yoga

Arts & creativity

  • Arts & Crafts
  • Art Appreciation & Inspiration
  • Expressing Emotion Through Experimental Art
  • Art Appreciation: Art and Conflict
  • Storyboarding and Photography

Who can join?

For people aged 19 and over who live in the West of England and have been in the UK for longer than three years.

Most courses are free for people on means-tested benefits or low income. Fees may apply if you are not eligible for free tuition.

Community learning

Practical skills, support and creative learning.

Courses are held face-to-face in small groups at the hub. They are free for people on means-tested benefits or low income; please enquire about eligibility and the latest dates.

Digital, office & driving skills

  • Introduction to IT — typing, documents, emails, spreadsheets and staying safe online
  • Office Skills — Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel to improve skills for work
  • Driving Theory — Highway Code and Hazard Perception

To book:
leanne.carter@n-somerset.gov.uk
07385 378495

Time for Me

For unpaid carers — anyone of any age who gives regular help to a family member, partner or friend who could not cope without them due to illness, disability, mental health issues, frailty or addiction.

To book:
beverleygustar@n-somerset.gov.uk
07795 390667

Creative & one-to-one learning

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Photography
  • Digital Skills one-to-one sessions
  • Jewellery Making — bead and wire

To book:
nstclasses@gmail.com
07402 676781

Before you book

Eligibility and timetables may change.

For the latest course dates, availability and guidance on which course will suit you, contact the hub. We are happy to help you take the next step.

Contact the hub