New Directions College

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New Directions College – Part-time Adult Education

Whether you would like to learn a new skill, gain qualifications and improve your career prospects or pursue your creative passions we offer a great range of courses to meet your needs. Courses include English, Maths, ESOL; qualifications in childcare, teaching assistant, ICT and a range of leisure courses. We also have courses for Supported Learners. We deliver in community venues across Reading as well as our main teaching site in Whitley. Contact our friendly team to find out more or take a look at our website. 

New Directions Course Guide 2023/24

Find out about New Directions Apprenticeships

Who to contact

Telephone
0345 842 0012 0345 842 0012
E-mail
newdirections@reading.gov.uk
Website
New Directions College
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Where to go

Name
New Directions College
Address
330 Northumberland Avenue
Reading
Berkshire
Postcode
RG2 8DH
Directions to RG2 8DH
Notes

The venue is located opposite Academy Sport and is also adjacent to the John Madejski Academy.

Time / Date Details

When is it on
Opening times during term time
Session Information
Monday 09:00 -17:00
Tuesday to Thursday 09:00 -17:00 and 19:00 - 21:30
Friday 09:00 -16:00

Costs

Details
Helping you with fees Some accredited courses are fully funded (free of charge to the learner) depending on your circumstances. If you are not eligible for full funding, financial assistance may be available to help cover course costs, material costs and help with the cost of childcare. New Directions provides support with the cost of Ofsted registered childcare for learners who attend courses which lead to a formal qualification. See our web-site for more details

Availability

Referral required
No

Local Offer

Description

Further details can be found in the course guide, which is available at: www.newdirectionsreading.ac.uk

Contact Telephone
0345 842 0012
Contact Email
newdirections@reading.gov.uk
Links
New Directions Reading
Local Offer Age Bands
Transitions to Adulthood (16+)
SEN Provision Type
Universal
Local Offer Updated
08/08/2016
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Disclaimer

This information has been collected from third party providers therefore the Reading Services Guide, Reading Borough Council (RBC) and Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC) cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information and recommends that parents, carers, young people, residents and professionals check with providers regarding DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and OFSTED registrations and CQC registrations. Information collected by Reading Service Guide; is used solely to implement and supply the Family Information Service (FIS), Special Educational Needs & Disabilities - Reading's Local Offer, Adults & Carers Support Group and Reading Youth.

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Family Information Service

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Adult & Carers Support

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