Learning Pool News

Family Day Learning Festival

Wed, 7 May 08 00:00:00 GMT

As part of Adult Learners' Week, New Learning Network are arranging a fun day of activities.

The event is taking place in Aberafan Shopping Centre on the 17th May from 10am until 4pm.

Interested in a Free First Aid Course?

Fri, 8 Feb 08 00:00:00 GMT

Residents of Cimla, Neath are being offered a life saving opportunity thanks to the support of Communities First.

A free First Aid training course has been organised for residents of areas of Neath South and Cimla which have recently been included in the Welsh Assembly Government�s Communities First programme.

The Apple iPhone: Coming Soon to the UK

Tue, 21 Aug 07 00:00:00 GMT

Following the success of the iPod, Apple inc. have decided to enter the mobile phone market with a device they call the iPhone.

Read our article to get the low down on this groundbreaking device and what we can expect when it reaches the UK.

Part Time Degrees with DACE

Mon, 20 Aug 07 00:00:00 GMT

The Department of Adult Continuing Education (DACE) is committed to bringing learning to the community. It is now possible to study for a Part-Time Degree in Humanities or for a named Degree in English, History or Ancient History (dependent on courses taken) at nine community venues.

New 2007 & 2008 Brochure is Now Available!

Thu, 2 Aug 07 00:00:00 GMT

The new Part Time Course Brochure for 2007 & 2008 is now available.

You can download it from the site or pick it up from any Local Action Centre in the Neath Port Talbot Area.

For more details or to download the PDF file, click the link below.

NPT Adult Learning Best In Wales

Wed, 1 Aug 07 00:00:00 GMT

In February 2007, ESTYN (Her Majesty�s Inspectorate for Education and Training in Wales) inspected Adult and Community Learning in Neath Port Talbot. The inspection results were the best in Wales to date and highlighted a number of areas of excellence.

Summer Sorted in Skewen

Wed, 18 Jul 07 00:00:00 GMT

Youngsters in Skewen can look forward to enjoying a wide range of free activities during the school holidays thanks to sponsorship from a local voluntary group.

Gwyl Pontardawe Festival 2007

Mon, 9 Jul 07 00:00:00 GMT

The 29^th Pontardawe International Music Festival features internationally know acts from the world of folk/roots and showcases

The festival runs from the 17th to the 19th of August 2007

Learning for Life Directory 2007

Tue, 12 Jun 07 00:00:00 GMT

The New Learning Network has produced a comprehensive directory to adult learning resources in your area, both online and offline.

The directory contains useful phone numbers, website addresses and contact details for many organisations in a downloadable format so that you can read offline or print and keep.

Adult Learners Week 2007

Fri, 18 May 07 00:00:00 GMT

Adult Learners' Week 2007 runs from the 19th May to the 25th of May.

We will be holding events throughout the county to support the campaign in many of our centres. Take a look at the following events to see if any catch your eye.