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SUMMARY:Knit & Natter
DESCRIPTION:KNITTING & CROCHETING \nWhy not come along to knit and or crochet\, etc and enjoy a tea or coffee and a natter at our warm and welcoming group every Wednesday between 9.30am and 11.30am \nA selection of wool is available to purchase or bring your own. \nRefreshments provided
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/knit-natter/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Creative Activities,Warm Spaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSDT - Brasshouse Community Centre (Brasshouse Lane%2C Smethwick%2C West Midlands%2C B66 1BA (Sat Nav Users B66 1BQ))":MAILTO:info@nsdt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:ESOL Short Course
DESCRIPTION:With thanks to funding from the Edward Cadbury Trust and in partnership with  EPIC CIC (Empowering People in Communities)\, we provide a programme of free\, community-based English language learning support. The programme aims to tackle health and economic inequalities\, reduce isolation and promote community cohesion through basic language skills and creative arts and crafts from the Brasshouse Community Centre. \nOur language learning and creative arts and craft courses run across June and July 2025\, and: \n\ndelivers pre-entry and entry-level ESOL classes\, to meet a need and plug the gap in basic language skills provision (BOOKING ESSENTIAL TO REGISTER ON COURSE)\n\n\nsupports language learners to\n\n\n\n\n\n\naccess health and wellbeing support\, and improve health literacy\nbe better able to find work and to progress within work\, through ‘employability booster’ sessions alongside language learning\naccess IT as part of their language learning\ninteract more confidently with local services and\nconnect with people in their neighbourhood\naccess advice\, wellbeing\, and employability services in local centres\naccess wider community learning opportunities and progress to courses with Sandwell Adult and Family Learning\, Sandwell College and other education and training providers\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUses arts and craft to explore and develop learner confidence and social skills.
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/esol-short-course/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Adults activities,Arts & Crafts,ESOL
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSDT - Brasshouse Community Centre (Brasshouse Lane%2C Smethwick%2C West Midlands%2C B66 1BA (Sat Nav Users B66 1BQ))":MAILTO:info@nsdt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Baby Massage
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our baby massage course. In a calm and supportive environment you will learn gentle techniques to help relax and comfort your baby while enhancing the bond between adult/baby. \nOur experienced instructor will guide you step-by-step through a variety of massage strokes that can promote better sleep and support your baby’s overall well-being. \nEach session offers time to practice the techniques with guidance\, ask questions\, and connect with other caregivers in a relaxed setting. This course is not just about learning massage skills\, but also about understanding your baby’s cues and supporting a deeper connection through touch. \nYou will be given a sunflower/Vitamin E blend oil for use in the sessions and at home.
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/baby-massage/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Parent & Babies
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ORGANIZER;CN="Changes (Sandwell MBC)":MAILTO:parent_support@sandwell.gov.uk
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SUMMARY:KSOL (Key Stages online) Sandwell Tuition Centre
DESCRIPTION:Since opening their tuition centre in this popular area\, they have helped hundreds of children reach their full potential and achieve their 11+ goals. \nThe team of talented teachers at the Sandwell tuition centre are dedicated to working with each and every child on an individual basis. Getting to know their strengths and weaknesses allows them to create uniquely tailored daily tests\, specific to their needs. This\, alongside the 2-hour weekly teaching sessions\, provides the perfect launch-pad to go forwards and reach 11+ success. \n2 hours of personalised tuition per week\nEach child will receive 2 hours of tuition per week at the Sandwell Centre. During the session\, tutors will cover weak points highlighted through the online tests and teach a new topic from their 11 plus curriculum. \nDaily personalised online tests (Mon-Fri) with TargetTeach® Technology\nFrom Monday – Friday\, each child will receive online tests in Maths\, English\, Verbal and NVR. These tests will be tailored around any weaker areas identified by your child’s allocated 11 plus tutor. \nFeedback from your child’s 11 plus tutor\nOnce a month\, your child’s tutor will email a progress report which will include feedback\, tips and a visual chart of how your child is progressing. Whenever you need additional help or advice\, chat to the tutors at the centre or give them a call during office hours. \nA whole team to support you and your child\nWith KSOL you will have a whole team to support you and your child. Give yourself the peace of mind that there will always be a tutor available to help you through the entire 11 plus process.
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/ksol-sandwell-tuition-centre/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Children & Young People,Education/Tutoring
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