Staffordshire Adult Learning and Skills Festival

18th to 22nd March 2024

Unlock Your Potential: Embrace Adult Learning and Skills Events

Whether you are looking to learn something new, gain new skills, need help to find work, start your own business or simply wish to learn something fun for pleasure, then Staffordshire Adult Learning and Skills Festival is for you.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of growth, discovery, and empowerment? Adult learning and skills events offer a wealth of opportunities for personal and professional development. Here’s why you should consider attending:

Lifelong Learning: Learning doesn’t stop when we leave formal education. Adult learning allows you to continually acquire new knowledge, skills, and competencies. Whether you want to explore a hobby, enhance your career prospects, or simply satisfy your curiosity, these events provide a platform for lifelong learning.

Broaden Your Horizons: Adult learning events expose you to diverse subjects, cultures, and perspectives. From language classes to art workshops, from financial literacy to digital skills, there’s something for everyone. Step out of your comfort zone and embrace the joy of discovery.

Information, Advice and Guidance: These events often include expert-led sessions where you can seek personalised advice. Need career guidance? Want to explore a new field? Looking for ways to balance work and family commitments? Attendees can tap into valuable insights and practical tips.

Boost Employability: Employers value continuous learning. By attending adult learning events, you demonstrate your commitment to self-improvement. Acquiring new skills or updating existing ones enhances your employability. Plus, it shows initiative and adaptability—a winning combination in today’s competitive job market.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and potential mentors. Networking at these events can lead to job referrals, collaborations, and lasting friendships. Remember, your next career opportunity might be just one conversation away.

Enhance Soft Skills: Beyond technical expertise, adult learning fosters essential soft skills. Communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are crucial in any workplace. These events provide a safe space to practice and refine these skills.

Benefits for Employers: Employers recognise the value of upskilled employees. When you attend adult learning events, you bring fresh ideas, improved productivity, and a growth mindset to your workplace. Employers benefit from a more skilled workforce and increased employee satisfaction.

Free Learning pack for those who attend.

Prize draw entry when you participate in a festival tabletop activity (prize is £50 voucher for a supermarket or other major retailer).

Dates, venues and times

The week of events are totally free for any Staffordshire adult resident and are taking place in accessible and familiar local venues, including football clubs, community centres, and iconic locations like Stafford Shire Hall and Lichfield Cathedral.

No registration is required for this free event. Participants can simply turn up at the scheduled venues and times across Staffordshire. Each attendee will receive a complimentary learning pack, and those participating in festival tabletop activities will be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 gift voucher.

Dates, venues and times

The week of events are totally free for any Staffordshire adult resident. No registration is required for this free event. Participants can simply turn up at the scheduled venues and times listed below.

Each attendee will also receive a complimentary learning pack, and those participating in festival tabletop activities will be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 gift voucher.

Dates and Venues

To attend simply turn up at your chosen venue below, anytime during the times listed.

18th March – Newcastle Under Lyme  – 9:00am until noon
Chesterton Community Centre, ST5 7JB

18th March- Staffs Moorlands – 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Haregate Centre Leek, ST13 6DJ

19th March – Burton – 9:00am until noon
Burton Albion Football Club, DE13 0AR

20th March – Tamworth – 9:00am until noon
Tamworth Football Club, B77 1AA

20th March Lichfield –  (1:30pm to 4:30pm)
Lichfield Cathedral, WS13 7LD

21st March – South Staffs – 9:00am until noon
Haling Dene Centre, ST19 5DT

21st March – Cannock –  (1:30pm to 4:30pm)
Rugeley Community Church, WS15 2HX

22nd March – Stafford
Stafford Shire Hall, ST16 2LD – (10:00am – 1:00pm)