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Ashford Adult Education Centre

Adult learning courses in Ashford

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Welcome to Kent Adult Education in Ashford

Kent Adult Education offers a wide range of free learning opportunities in our Ashford Adult Education Centre, and community venues and adult education centres across Kent. Whether you're looking to gain a qualification, develop new skills, support your family's learning or take the next step towards employment, Kent Adult Education (KAE) is here to help you achieve your goals.

We offer a wide range of courses designed to help adults build confidence, improve wellbeing, develop careers and gain qualifications. Our courses are delivered by experienced tutors in welcoming and supportive learning environments, with many opportunities available both in person and online. 

At our Ashford Adult Education centre, learners can access a diverse range of courses and support tailored to different stages of life and learning. Whatever your starting point, our team can help you find a course that's right for you.

Reception Opening Times

Monday - Friday 9am - 1pm

Please note that the times above are our reception opening hours. Some courses may run outside of these times, so please check your course information for the exact dates and times of your classes.

  • There is an on-site cafe. The cafe is open day time only
  • Water dispensers are available at the centre
  • Local shops are available in the town centre which is approximately 5 minutes walk from the centre
  • Accessible toilets are available on the ground floor
  • Hearing loop is available at reception
  • Converser units are available in the classrooms

If you have accessibility requirements, please speak to a member of our Learner Experience team. You can contact us here ahead of your visit to our centre.

Nearest parking:

Limited disabled parking on Church Road. Car parking available at Vicarage Lane car park.

Important Parking Update for Ashford Learners
Please allow extra time for parking when attending your course. The Edinburgh Road Car Park in Ashford town centre has now closed, which has made other nearby car parks much busier than usual. We recommend planning ahead and arriving early to avoid delays.

Bus:

The nearest bus stops are at both ends of Church Road. One at Vicarage Lane and the other on Elwick Road. For further details and timetables for buses visit https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/

If you're looking for information on services available in Kent visit Kent.gov.uk

Centre information

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Ashford Gateway Plus
Church Road
Ashford
Kent
TN23 1AS


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Family Learning

Learn together and support your child's development through our Family Learning programme. These free courses are designed to help parents, carers and children learn new skills and enjoy learning experiences together.

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KAE Future Pathways

KAE Future Pathways is a programme for 16-18 year olds (up to 25 with an EHCP) designed to improve confidence, develop essential life skills, and take the first steps towards further learning, employment or volunteering.

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KAE Skills Courses

Gain recognised qualifications, develop professional skills, and enhance your career prospects with our Skills courses. Subjects include English, Maths, Digital Skills, and English for Speakers of Other Languages.

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KAE Response Courses

Our free Response courses help adults develop practical skills that respond to local needs and employment opportunities. These short courses can provide an excellent stepping stone into further learning or work.

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No matter what your goal is, from improving essential skills and gaining qualifications to building confidence, Kent Adult Education can support you every step of the way. Browse our courses, speak to our team and take the next step in your learning journey with us.