Course details

Course Title:

Achieve & Thrive

Course Number:

TLX53325

Venue:

Mackworth Morley Family Hub

Learning Area:

Start Date:

16 January 2026

End Date:

27 March 2026

Session Time(s):

09:30 - 11:30

Total Hours:

0

Class Size:

Between 6 and 12 learners

Who is this course for

This course is for parents and carers who want to feel more confident with everyday wellbeing, family finances, and supporting children’s learning at home.
If you’d like practical ideas to make life feel easier, from stretching your food shop, to helping with homework, these friendly sessions are designed for you.
No tests, no pressure, just useful skills you can start using straight away

What are the entry requirements

There are no entry requirements. You don’t need to have studied recently or have any qualifications. Just bring yourself and join in at a pace that feels comfortable.

What will I be learning

Throughout this course you’ll take part in a mix of finance, wellbeing, and family learning workshops designed to help you thrive at home and in daily life. Depending on which hub you attend, sessions may include:
Finance and Home Management:
Cooking on a Budget: affordable meal ideas and shopping tips.
Making the Food Shop Stretch: planning, leftovers, and reducing waste.
Budgeting Tips & Tricks: simple ways to keep track of money and reduce stress.
Promoting Healthy Eating for Children: Tips for balanced meals, snacks, and encouraging children to eat well.

Wellbeing:
First Aid: practical family first aid skills – available at Osmaston Allenton Family Hub only.

Family Learning:
Keeping Children Safe Online: practical guidance for parents.
Times Tables: confidence-building activities to help children learn.
Help with Maths Homework: understand the methods schools use today so you can support your child.

You’ll learn in a relaxed, supportive group with tutors who make every session practical and enjoyable.

How will I be assessed and supported

There is no formal assessment.
Yoi will get lots of encouragement, hands-on activities, and time to practise new skills.
Tutors will support you individually and help you explore next steps in learning, wellbeing, or family support.

What do I need to bring?

A notepad and pen, if you like taking notes,  everything else is provided.

Any additional costs?

There is no additional cost for this course.

What can this course lead to

After completing this course, you may choose to move on to:

Other Family Learning workshops
Digital Skills sessions
English and maths programmes
Employability courses

Your tutor will help you explore what comes next.

If you are interested in another course, please ask your tutor or for more information, contact us
Phone  01332 956565
Email  DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk
Relay UK  18001 01332 956565

Mackworth Morley Family Hub

Address:
Mackworth Morley Family Hub, Reigate Drive, Mackworth, Derby, DE22 4EQ

Phone: 01332 208175

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Online

You can enrol onto this course now using our online secure website:
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In person

You can pop into any of our centres to enrol:

Village Learning Centre - Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4.30pm and Weds/Thurs evenings until 8.30pm.

Derby Multicultural Centre – Dairyhouse Road, Derby, DE23 8HN

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 5pm and Mon/Tues evenings until 8.30pm.

Allen Park Centre - Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9DE

Opening times: Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm

Kedleston Road Training Centre - 184 Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GT

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4pm and Mon evening until 8.30pm.

By telephone

Enquiries: 01332 956565

By Email

DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk

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Note: Please bring evidence of eligibility for fee reduction to the first class.