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Discover Your Potential Through Adult Education in Maidstone
Looking to learn something new, boost your confidence or explore a creative hobby? Our Maidstone Adult Education Centre offers a wide range of Health, Wellbeing and Personal Development courses designed to help you grow. From languages and pottery to jewellery making and digital photography, you'll find expert-led classes in a friendly, supportive environment.
Whether you want to immerse yourself in Italian or Spanish, create beautiful handcrafted pieces, or develop your photography skills, Kent Adult Education provides the tools and guidance to make it happen. Take the first step today - browse our courses and start your journey.

Health, Wellbeing and Personal Development Courses in Maidstone
Take time for yourself and explore new skills with our Health, Wellbeing and Personal Development courses in Maidstone. Whether you want to learn a language, discover a creative craft or develop new skills, Kent Adult Education offers expert-led classes in a friendly, supportive environment.
Italian
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Italian language and culture. Our Italian courses are perfect for beginners and improvers who want to build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Benefits:
- Learn practical vocabulary for travel and conversation
- Explore Italian traditions and culture
- Enjoy interactive lessons with experienced tutors
Pottery
Discover the joy of working with clay in our Pottery courses. Learn hand-building techniques and decorative finishes to create unique, functional pieces.
Highlights:
- Coil, slab and pinch pot methods
- Surface decoration and glazing techniques
- A relaxing, creative experience in a supportive setting
Spanish
Open doors to new opportunities with our Spanish courses. Whether you're planning a holiday or want to learn for personal development, these classes will help you communicate with confidence.
What you'll gain
- Everyday vocabulary and conversation skills
- Cultural insights to bring the language to life
- Supportive, interactive learning environment
Jewellery Making
Create stunning, handcrafted jewellery in our Jewellery Making courses. Learn techniques for designing and assembling pieces that reflect your personal style.
Course benefits:
- Work with a variety of materials and tools
- Develop skills in design and finishing
- Take home beautiful, unique creations
Digital Photography
Capture the world through your lens with our Digital Photography courses. Learn how to use your camera effectively and develop an eye for composition and lighting.
What you'll learn:
- Camera settings and technical skills
- Creative techniques for stunning images
- Tips for editing and presenting your photos
Why choose Kent Adult Education?
- Expert tutors with real-world experience
- Small, friendly classes for personalised support
- Courses designed to boost confidence and creativity
Make time for learning and wellbeing. Enrol today and start your journey.
Browse Health, Wellbeing and Personal Development Courses in MaidstoneTerm time
Monday - Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
- Limited free car parking and off-road parking available
- Vending machine and water dispensers available at the centre
- Accessible toilets are available on the ground floor
- Accessible lifts are available in the building
- Hearing loop and converser units are available throughout the centre
- Photography dark room
- Pottery studio
- Textiles room
- Printmaking studio
- Two computer suites
- English and maths department
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.
The adult education centre entrance is located on the side of Oakwood House. Please follow the footpath to the left of the main entrance, around the outside of the building.
Nearest parking:
Limited free car parking. Off road parking available on Queen's Road.
Please note:
Due to unforeseen circumstances within Oakwood Park, the one-way exit system for the public/staff car park at Oakwood House is closed.
All cars are to enter and exit via the main entrance to the car park. Signage has been erected around the car park, but please be extra cautious when both entering and exiting the car park.
Bus
The nearest bus stop is Maidstone St Michael's Church or Mid Kent College. For further details and timetables for buses visit https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/.
Train
Maidstone Barracks or Maidstone West Stations. Both are approximately 20 minutes walk from Oakwood House.
If you're looking for information on services available in Kent visit Kent.gov.uk
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