LEARNING AND EDUCATION
Arden Community Hall
7 Kilmuir Drive, Arden, Glasgow , G46 8BW
0141 620 1190
Social service and learning activities
Balornock East Residents Association
Broomton Road Community Shop, 42-44 Broomton Road, Glasgow , G21 3RU
0141 563 5120
Providing social activity and further education
Bridgeton Community Learning Campus
68 Dale Street, Bridgeton, Glasgow , G40 4TN
0141 556 4275
www.bclc.org.uk
Community based learning & community regeneration
Castlemilk Library and Learning Centre
100 Castlemilk Drive, Glasgow, G45 9TN
0141-634-2066
www.csglasgow.org
Real Learning Centres have been set up within each of Glasgow's libraries.
The Centres provide free access to state-of-the-art computers and offer vocational and leisure-based learning opportunities, including workshops and online courses.
Staff will support people to get started. The Centres are a good starting point for people who want to access learning resources, develop new skills, improve job prospects, or follow personal interests and hobbies.
Coach House Trust, The
84 Belmont Lane, Glasgow, G12 8EN
0141 334 6888
www.thecht.co.uk
Offers training for employment initiatives to people most disadvantaged in the labour market.
Communities United
311 Paisley Road West, Glasgow, G51 1LU
0141 427 3714
DWP, Housing benefit, info and advice, health, family, education, community & social matters
Community Connections
One Plus Greater Easterhouse, St Benedicts, 753 Westerhouse Road, Glasgow, G34 9RP
0141 781 2170
www.greater-easterhouse.co.uk
Training, personal & social development, lone parents, long term unemployed men, women returners, lifelong learning
Community Enterprise Centre
Garthamlock, 22 Barholm Square, Garthamlock, Glasgow, G33 5EE
0141 774 6884
www.gedc.org.uk
Employment and training advisory service
Community Learning
The Mitchell, North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN
0141 287 2960
Glasgow City Council initiative
Organise: - taster sessions - workshops - short course programmes and modules
(in partnership with education institutions, voluntary groups etc)
Relaxed atmosphere and tailored to users’ needs in terms of time/location, access, subject matter and level etc.
Can gain qualifications and move on to more advanced levels if you want.
Community Learning Services Team
The Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN
0141-211--2881
www.glasgow.gov.uk
Community Learning Services deliver a wide range of services including Adult Literacy and Numeracy, ICT, sports activity and youth opportunities with an overall focus on widening access and community participation.
Community Learning/Action Team
Cultural and Leisure Services, St Gerards Complex, 80 Vicarfield Road, Glasgow, G51 2DF
0141 445 5584
Community learning Project- Youth based--Provide youth group provision for young people in leisure, recreations and issue based topics. Adult based—Community based provision for adults to encourage them back into education. Action team- Leisure programs, Expand opportunities for learning and employment. 0141-425-1812
CSV Volunteering Partners
Apsley House, 29 Wellington Street, Glasgow, G2 6JA
0141 566 2835
www.csv.org.uk
Volunteering; opportunities for young people; befriending; mentoring; care learners
Fairbridge In Glasgow
Unit 6, The Quadrangle, Ruchill Street, Glasgow, G20 9PX
0141 945 6161
www.fairbridge.org.uk
Personal & social development to socially excluded youths
Food For Thought Glasgow
Unit 16, Argyle Court, Glasgow, G3 8ND
0141 248 8513
foodforthoughtglasgow@hotmail.com
Training for hard to reach groups in catering and other key skills
GALGAEL
15 fairley Street, Ibrox, Glasgow, G51 2SN
0141 427 3070
Interesting-looking project for people who have become significantly removed from the labour market. After an initial interview to assess suitability, users join in on 10 week wood- and metalwork training schemes, working 3 ½ days/ week on small projects (toolboxes, coffee tables). Can progress to large team work projects (boats, shelters).
Aim is empowerment and personal development (rather than producing skilled wood/metal workers).
Garnethill Centre, The
28 Rose Street, Glasgow , G3 6RE
0141 333 0730
www.garnethillcentre.org.uk
Counselling and psychotherapy; educational courses
Glasgow College of Nautical Studies
21 Thistle Street, Glasgow, G5 9XB
0141-565-2500
www.gcbp.ac.uk
The purpose of the College is to provide a relevant, excellent, modern, efficent and responsive education and training services to a range of students.
The college has an established reputation for nautical and marine engineering education but also offers a range of other courses
Glasgow English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Forum
AppleJak Studios, 113 St Georges Road, Glasgow, G3 6JA
0141 333 1196
www.glasgowesol.co.uk
An organisation which teaches English to speakers of other languages and works with refugees, asylum seekers and the black ethic minority population. This involves a personal tutor working with the service user and providinga support network to help them to achieve their personal goal.
A directory of all English classes in Glasgow is available online.
Open referral System.
Glasgow Libraries Network
Libraries, Information and Learning, The Mitchell, North Street, Glasgow., G3 7DN
0141 287 2999
lil@csglasgow.org
www.csglasgow.org/services/libraries/librarylocations
Glasgow has a network of community libraries throughout the city. Library services are also provided within the Cranhill Beacon children's play centre. In addition to this, The Mitchell is a unique resource and visitor centre boasting many exceptional items and collections, including rare books and manuscrips and archives.
Glasgow Metropolitan College
60 North Hanover Street, Glasgow, G1 2BP
0141-565-2500
www.gcbp.ac.uk
Glasgow Metropolitian College offers short courses to small groups of learners based in community venues such as community centres, neighbourhood flats, churches, mosques, schools, anywhere that is comfortable, accessible, safe and convenient.
Courses are available in Computing, Art and Design, Business and IT, Construction, Food and Hospitality, Media, Printing and Publishing, Sport, Travel and Tourism.
Glasgow Simon Community - The BUDS Project
Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow, G5 0PQ
0141 420 3492
www.glasgowsimon.org
Can help disadvantaged people develop their life skills, helping them build confidence to access further employment, education, volunteering or training opportunities. Accepts self and agency referrals from all over Glasgow.
Glasgow South East Regeneration Agency (IT Courses)
0141 420 3573
Are you interested in learning more about computers, IT systems and software?
Course skills including: keyboard skills, internet/email & EDCL.
Induction for trainees will take place before courses start.
Contact - Janice Kerrigan or Maureen O'Donnell - 0141 420 3573 ext. 255
Gorbals Library And Real Learning Centre
180 Crown Street, Glasgow, G5 9XD
0141-429-0949
www.csglasgow.org
Real Learning centres have been aet up within each of Glasgow's libraries.
The Centres provide free access to state-of -the-art computers and offer vocational and leisure-based learning opportunities, including workshops and online courses.
Staff will support people to get started. The Centres are a good starting point for people who want to access learning resources, develop new skills, improve job prospects, or follow personal interest and hobbies.
Govan Initiative (Community Learning)
Hills Trust Community Learning Academy, 121 Langlands Road, Glasgow , G51 3TL
0141 445 5044
www.govanonline.co.uk
Guidance; learning; personal development; ICT; core skills; pre-vocational; community
Govan Initiative (Vocational Skills)
Hills Trust Academy, Langlands Road, Glasgow, G51 3TL
0141 445 5044
www.govanonline.co.uk
Vocational, IT training
Govanhill Library and Real Learning Centre
170 Langside Road, Glasgow, G42 7JU
0141-423-0335
www.csglasgow.org
Real Learning Centres have been set up within each of Glasgow's libraries.
The Centres provide free access to state-of-the-art computers and offer vocational and leisure-based learning opportunities, including workshops and online courses.
Staff will support people to get started. The Centres are a good starting point for people who want to access learning resources, develop new skills, improve job prospects, or follow personal interests and hobbies.
Greater Pollok Development Company
6 Haughburn Road, Glasgow, G53 6AE
0141 876 0510
www.gpdc.org.uk
A range of free services if you live in the Greater Pollok community. Provide help with access to jobs, career guidance, training courses, computing resources, childcare, and personal development.
Greater Pollok Young Carers Mentoring and Educational Services
130 Langton Road, Pollock, G53 5DP
0141 882 4712
The study group is available for young carers aged 12 or over living in the Greater Pollok area. The group meets every week and provides young carers with the space and facilities to study and get help with their homework. The group also provides access to computers and support from tutors. There is also support provided for school leavers to assist them in accessing further education, training or employment.
Job Coaching (The Wise Group)
72 Charlotte St, Glasgow, G1 5DW
0141 303 3131
www.thewsegroup.co.uk
Aims to recruit long term unemployed in Glasgow and train them to be effective job coaches. The job coaches in turn work with people with disabilities to find suitable employment or training opportunities. Also provides job search training to ensure job coaches move into full time employment beyond job coaching. Users must be Job Centre eligible.
Langside College
50 Prospecthill Road, Glasgow, G42 9LB
0141-649-4991
www.lagside.ac.uk
Langside College offer a wide range of courses aimed at supporting people to acquire skills and qualifications that will enhance their employment prospects
Langside Library and Learning Centre
2 Sinclair Drive, Glasgow, G42 9QE
0141-632-0810
www.csglasgow.org
The Centres provide free access to state-of -the-art computers and offer vocational and leisure-based learning opportunities, including workshops and online courses.
Staff will support people to get started. The Centres are a good starting point for people who want to access learning resources, develop new skills, improve job prospects, or follow personal interest and hobbies.
Milton Resource Centre
460 Ashgill Road, Milton, Glasgow , G22 7HJ
0141 762 4413
Adult learning.
Momentum Scotland's Fresh Start Project
80 Oswald Street, Glasgow, G1 4PL
0141 221 2333
www.momentumscotland.org
Assists unemployed people with mental health and / or stress related issues to consider their future employment options. Clients can access information technology training and personal development as well as vocational exploration, which make them aware of options and choices to them in further education or employment.
New Directions (East End Partnership)
78-80 Tollcross Road, Parkhead, Glasgow, G31 4XA
0141 554 8656
www.eastend.org.uk
Employment and learning.
One Plus
55 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3BD
0141 333 1450
www.oneplus.org
Independent organisation for one parent families offering advice and information, training courses and help in getting back to work including financial assistance.
Projectability
Centre for Developmetal Arts/Trongate Studios, 18 Albion Street, Glasgow, G1 1LH
0141 552 2822
Project Ability is one of Scotland's leading developmental arts organisations. Since 1984 we have been promoting equality of access to the arts by supporting people of all ages and abilities to take part in innovative visual arts projects.
We work with children and adults with a learning disability, people with mental health problems, and others who find it difficult to access mainstream activities.
Roots Community Group
203 Old Ruthergeln Road, Glasgow, G5 ORE
0141 429 7890
Supports the integration of asylum seekers into local community. Also offers training in new skills and helps people access services. Work with community as a whole.
Ruchill Community Learning Centre
201 Shuna Street, Ruchill, Glasgow , G20 9EY
0141 946 5675
Education and training
Scottish Training Foundation
3rd Floor, Bristol & West House, 82 Union Street, Glasgow, G1 3QS
0141 572 4176
Advice, information and training courses for any young people who are unemployed
South East Alternatives (Turning Point)
Adelphi Centre, Room 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow, G5 0PQ
0141 429 7229
This service offers advice, information and support to drug users to help the cope better in their community and to move on to training, education and employment.
The Initiative, Gorbals
Adlephi Centre, 12 Commercial Rd, Glasgow, G5 0PQ
0141 429 6314
www.gorbals-init.org.uk
Offers support to individuals to enable them to access employment, training, and education. Self referral.
The Volunteer Centre
4th Floor, 84 Miller St, Glasgow, G1 1DT
0141 226 3431
www.volunteerglasgow.org
One stop shop for anyone interested in Volunteering across Glasgow.
Matches people with organisations, offers training and support.
Offers the chance to get involved in the Community and meet new people.
The WAGE Project
58 Charlotte St, Glasgow, G1 5DW
0141 226 3431
www.wage.eu.com
Provides information about education, training and employment opportunities to people with community care needs. Provides employment and volunteering opportunities to disabled people and people with community care needs.
YWCA Glasgow
3 Newton Terrace, Sauchiehall Street, Charing Cross, Glasgow, G3 7PJ
0141 248 5338
www.ywcaglasgow.org
Empowering and developing women through supportive learning opportunities and childcare
