Working 4 U Adult Learning

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

Well done to all the learners who took part in our SQA courses this term, we hope to see you back in August when our new term starts. The Soft Landscaping SQA course had a beautiful sunny day for their last class of the term and what a difference they have made to the Levengrove Training gardens! Amazing work, well done to all 😍👏👏

30/04/2026

We are offering additional adult literacy support in Clydebank with Improving Lives

TUESDAY 10am

Thanks to Working4U we are able to offer adult literacy classes every Tuesday morning.

The group is on 10am-12pm and is for anyone who would like to make some improvements to their reading, writing or numeracy skills.
All levels of skill welcome.

The classes are relaxed and supportive with some wellbeing and fun in there too! So why not come along and join us?
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Get in touch if you’d like to find out more.

30/04/2026

Great news for accessible printing 😁

**Exciting news**

We're delighted to announce that West Dunbartonshire Libraries have recently implemented PRINCH, a new wireless printing solution across our branches. With PRINCH it is now possible to easily and securely print and pay from a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop, both remotely and at the library.

For more information visit https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/libraries/princh-wireless-printing

25/03/2026

One of our fabulous ESOL Tutors is celebrating a big birthday this week. Happy Birthday, Kathryn McIntyre !!

03/02/2026

Worthy Winners!

Working4U Adult Learning's Dumbarton Wellbeing Group: 'Time out Tuesday' attended a fabulous Adult Learners' Week award ceremony at the Scottish Parliament last Thursday. Organised by Scotland's Learning Partnership, the event was hosted by River City's Jordan Young and Willie Rennie MSP. As well as being an opportunity to meet learners from all across Scotland and celebrate adult learning, the group received an Adult Learners' Week Award in the Wellbeing category!

Time out Tuesday started in 2023 with learners taking part in many different activities to promote wellbeing. These have ranged from meditation and yoga to knitting and arts and crafts. A major strength of the group is the support and kindness they give to each other and the WD community in general.

They have collaborated with Hydra Arts, making flags for Old Kilpatrick’s Roman Fest. They supported dementia causes by undertaking Alzheimer’s Awareness Training with Alzheimer’s Scotland, and doing the Jackie Stewart Race against Dementia walk. Learners also donated knitted items they made in group to worthy causes: fiddle mitts for people with dementia at Crosslet Care Home; baby hats for a neonatal unit; and dog blankets for the Milton Animal Home.

As the group's Development Officer, Sharon, says: "Adult Learning groups are fantastic for helping reduce isolation and anxiety and for making you feel better about yourself and the wider community."

Well done Time out Tuesday! It's so well deserved🥰

And thanks to Scotland's Learning Partnership for making our learners feel special!

21/01/2026

If you're interested in gardening and want to learn new ways to give your garden a boost or are thinking of a career change. The Soft Landscaping is an introductory practical course which will cover themes of planting, soil, using shrubs, plants & trees to create your ideal garden space. Starts Tuesday 3rd of Feb
Times 9.30-12 Venue - Levengrove Training Suite. Spaces still available!
To register your interest, please contact us by email: [email protected] or phone: 01389 738775.
https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working4u/learning/adult-learning-wcs-courses/

07/01/2026

Child Development SQA Level 4 Course

Are you interested in understanding how children grow and learn? Our Child Development SQA Level 4 course is a free introductory programme designed to build your confidence and knowledge of the developmental stages of children aged 0–12.

This part time course is the perfect starting point if you’re considering a career in childhood practice—whether as a learning assistant, childhood practitioner, childminder, or simply want a deeper understanding of children’s developmental needs.

Course Details:
📅 Start Date: Tuesday, 20th January
📍 Location: Braehead Primary, Dumbarton
🕒 Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Weekly for 15 weeks)
Delivered in partnership with Working4U Adult Learning and West College Scotland, this part-time opportunity offers valuable skills and a recognised qualification.

Register Now:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: 01389 738775

06/01/2026

If you want to brush up on your reading, writing or number skills, we have the group for you! There are spaces in our Alexandria group and our new Dumbarton evening group.

Contact Sharon to find out more about it - details below.

These are a great way to start your Adult Learning journey😀

05/01/2026

Happy New Year!

If you're looking for something new to do in 2026, why not come along to one of our fab courses? Details are in the website:

https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working4u/learning/

As well as learning new things, you'll have the chance to make new friends - and it's all free!

Why not give it a go? 😃

Working4U Learning offers local young people and adults a wide range of learning opportunities designed to help you in your journey towards work.