Doncaster Skills Hub
Skills for life, work and wellbeing right on your doorstep
Build skills. Gain Confidence. Unlock opportunities.
Doncaster Skills Hub is here to help you gain the knowledge, confidence and qualifications you need to move forward. Whether you’re looking to take your first step back into learning, improve your job prospects, or develop skills to support your family and wellbeing, we’ve got a programme for you.
Our courses are flexible, friendly and designed to support you at every stage of your journey, and are delivered accessible in Doncaster's community venues, right on your doorstep. They are offered free of charge to all adults in Doncaster aged 16+
Why Choose Doncaster Skills Hub?
• Free courses for adults across Doncaster
• Supportive tutors who understand different learning needs
• A welcoming environment for all ages and backgrounds
• Pathways to further training, volunteering and employment
Your next step starts here.
Discover a course that’s right for you and take the first step towards your future with Doncaster Skills Hub.
What courses do you offer?
Step Into.. Sector Skills Courses - ‘Step into your future with our industry insight programmes’
Our Step into Industry Programmes open the door to exciting local industries. Designed to be short, practical and hands-on – these courses give you a real taste of the workplace, building essential skills, knowledge and confidence to take the next steps into your chosen industry. Find out more on the button below!
Essential Skills Courses - 'Building confidence for everyday life, work and learning'
Our Essential Skills courses in English, Maths and ESOL ae designed to give you the confidence you need for daily life, work or further learning. Whether you want to improve your reading and writing to help your little ones with homework, boost your number skills to better manage your money, or strengthen your English language, our supportive Tutors and flexible courses will help you achieve your goals and open up opportunities
Digital Skills Courses - 'Be future-ready with digital know-how'
Our Digital Skills courses are designed to give you the confidence and know-how to thrive in today’s tech-driven world. From learning to basics of using a computer or getting online, to exploring the power of AI, pod-casting and creative digital tools, you’ll gain practical skills and confidence opening up new opportunities for work, learning and every day life.
Family, Well-being and Volunteering Skills courses - 'Learn, connect and thrive together'
Our Family and Well-being courses are here to help you build stronger relationships, boost your confidence and well being and create a healthier balance in everyday life. Whether you want to improve your parenting skills, better manage your stress levels, connect with others or explore volunteering opportunities, these supportive courses give you the practical tools to thrive at home, in your community and beyond.
Course available now
| Course Title | Date | Time | Location | Course Description | Course Area | How to Book |
| Learn How 2 Learn ESOL - 4-week course | Starting Monday 15th September 2025 | 9-11am | Lakeside Primary School | This course equips learners with essential workplace vocabulary and communication skills tailored to job-related contexts. It focuses on developing soft skills and professional etiquette to enhance employability and workplace success. Learners will improve their understanding of indirect language, idioms, and cultural nuances in professional communication, while also exploring personal strengths, job roles, and preparing for applications | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Digital Wellbeing | Monday 15th September 2025 | 9.30-11.30am | Linney Centre, Balby | This friendly and practical course helps learners feel more confident using digital devices in everyday life. Through hands-on activities, participants will explore how to use smartphones and tablets safely and effectively, take and manage photographs, and build digital skills that support wellbeing. Ideal for beginners or those looking to boost their confidence, the course promotes a relaxed and supportive learning environment. | Digital Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Digital Basics - 4 Week course | Monday 15th September 2025 | 9.30am-12pm | Central Family Hub | To build foundational digital literacy skills for everyday use. | Digital Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Learn How 2 Learn ESOL - 4-week course | Starting Monday 15th September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Central Family Hub | This course equips learners with essential workplace vocabulary and communication skills tailored to job-related contexts. It focuses on developing soft skills and professional etiquette to enhance employability and workplace success. Learners will improve their understanding of indirect language, idioms, and cultural nuances in professional communication, while also exploring personal strengths, job roles, and preparing for applications | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Digital Basics - 4 Week course | Wednesday 17th September 2025 | 9.30am-12pm | Wheatley Family Hub | To build foundational digital literacy skills for everyday use. | Digital Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Digital Basics - 4 Week course | Wednesday 17th September 2025 | 5.30-7.30pm | Shaw Wood, Mere Lane Armthorpe | To build foundational digital literacy skills for everyday use. | Digital Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Talk the Talk for ESOL | Friday 19th September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Woodfield Primary School | This engaging 2-hour session is designed to help adult learners build confidence in speaking English for everyday situations. Through fun and practical activities, learners will practise useful phrases, improve pronunciation, and learn how to start and join conversations in English. Suitable for 19+ learners, living in Doncaster including ESOL learners. | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Talk and Thrive - 4 week course | Starting Thursday 18th September 2025 | 1pm-3pm | Town Fields Primary School | Developing practical language use in school and community settings. everyday communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Suitable for 19+ learners, living in Doncaster including ESOL learners. | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Talk and Thrive - 4 week course | Starting Friday 19th September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Hexthorpe Primary School | Developing practical language use in school and community settings. everyday communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Suitable for 19+ learners, living in Doncaster including ESOL learners. | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Learn How 2 Learn ESOL - 4-week course | Starting Monday 22nd September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Lakeside Primary School | This course equips learners with essential workplace vocabulary and communication skills tailored to job-related contexts. It focuses on developing soft skills and professional etiquette to enhance employability and workplace success. Learners will improve their understanding of indirect language, idioms, and cultural nuances in professional communication, while also exploring personal strengths, job roles, and preparing for applications | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Digital Wellbeing | Monday 22nd September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Bullcroft Memorial Hall | This friendly and practical course helps learners feel more confident using digital devices in everyday life. Through hands-on activities, participants will explore how to use smartphones and tablets safely and effectively, take and manage photographs, and build digital skills that support wellbeing. Ideal for beginners or those looking to boost their confidence, the course promotes a relaxed and supportive learning environment. | Digital Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Everyday Maths Made Easy | Wednesday 24th September 2025 | 5.30-7.30pm | Shaw Wood, Mere Lane Armthorpe | This relaxed and supportive session helps learners build confidence with everyday maths. Through fun activities, real-life examples, and simple explanations, participants will explore key topics like numbers, money, time, and measurements. Ideal for anyone who wants to refresh their skills or overcome maths anxiety, the session makes learning easy, practical, and enjoyable. | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
| Talk and Thrive - 4 week course | Starting Friday 26th September 2025 | 12.30-2.30pm | Woodfield Primary School | Developing practical language use in school and community settings. everyday communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Suitable for 19+ learners, living in Doncaster including ESOL learners. | Essential Skills | Contact the team at xxx |
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