Free classes are available

ADULTS in the county are being given the chance to improve their English and maths. A range of free classes are available from the Leicestershire Adult Learning Service at more than 50 venues. They will offer opportunities to gain a qualification in English or maths from Entry Level to Level 2 and are flexible - people can join at any time. The service, run by Leicestershire County Council, also offers charged-for GCSE courses in English and Maths as well as English courses for speakers of other languages including short courses in English for driving, citizenship, using computers, childcare and many others. People on benefits, or dependent on someone who is, may be entitled to a reduced fee and help towards costs.Peter Sapsford, principal adult learning officer for the county council, said: "Now is the time for everyone to treat themselves with a new academic year resolution, learning something new whether it's for work, personal development or for fun." More information on all courses can be obtained from freephone 0800 988 0308. We want them to be in an environment that allows them to pursue their individuality and find themselves," she said. "If we wait until high school, then we might have missed that opportunity." Sheafor said she also wanted to expose students from economically disadvantaged families to opportunities they may not otherwise have had a chance to Rosetta Stone Greek experience. Sheafor describes the extended-day, year-round program as "tomorrow's school." The smaller class sizes and longer days - which begin at 7:45 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. - allow for more individualized instruction. Math was a challenge for Hafsa Rahman, but Sheaffor was able to recognize her struggles early on and gave her the extra attention she needed. "They showed me how to do it," Hafsa said. "And then I was able to do it myself. It was better." Salade esha Jones, 10, calls her new school "amazing." She too finds the extra time with teachers helpful, but she really enjoys the extra time she gets to devote to reading. "I love reading," she said. "We have a lot of fun here." CCSG has an "experience-based" curriculum. Students will take at least 25 field trips per year. "Children and adults learn 90 percent of what they do, but only 10 to 15 percent of what they see or hear," said Sheafor. "We are really focused on creating those experiences that cement the learning process." She said the school's location in South End is perfect because the area is so rich in culture, the arts and history. Many educational opportunities are within walking distance. But the school will likely outgrow its current space near the corner of Tryon and Summit by next school year, and Sheafor said they are committed to relocating within the same area.

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