Supporting Your Child’s Journey

Course Code
N/A
Course Duration
3 weeks (Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm)
Location
Cradley Heath Skills Campus
Start Date
27 January, 2026
Childcare lecturer leading students in a craft activity

Help your child feel confident and supported as they learn and grow with this three-week taster course designed for parents and carers. You’ll explore how young children learn, how to make learning fun and effective at home, and how simple techniques can boost your child’s progress, independence and emotional wellbeing.

This course is perfect if you want to feel more confident helping with early learning, or if you’re considering exploring early years, teaching support or family learning roles in the future. Practical, real-life examples make each session easy to follow and immediately useful.
Delivered at Cradley Heath Skills Campus, you’ll learn in a relaxed and supportive adult learning environment.

Who is this course for?

Ideal for adults aged 19+ who want to:
• Support children’s early learning and confidence
• Understand how children learn best
• Make learning enjoyable at home
• Explore roles in early years or education
• Build confidence before studying childcare

No previous experience required.

• You must be aged 19+
• Fully funded for most residents of the West Midlands Combined Authority area

Learners at Cradley Heath Skills Campus benefit from:
• A modern, purpose-built adult learning environment
• Supportive tutors specialising in early years and family learning
• Being part of The Sandwell Colleges — the number one college group for student achievement in the West Midlands
• A welcoming adult learning community where confidence grows naturally

Please get in touch for more information.

You may go onto further study at Cradley Heath Skills Campus:
• Confidence Building Through Play
• Communication With Your Child (0–3 Years)
• Child Growth & Development
• Level 1 Working With Children
• Level 1 Safeguarding

Plus options in English, Employability, Digital Skills and other adult courses.

Apply for this course or find out more

Whether you prefer part-time, evening, or flexible study options, we offer learning that fits your goals. From building confidence to gaining new skills, we’re here to help every step of the way.

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