It's Snow Fun!

A wonderful snowman, created by Nick Linford, the Director of Planning and Performance at Lewisham College. It looks great in the day - and the evening too!

Sharon Muncie, Acting PAL in the School of Business and Computing saw the amazing snowman below under construction near the Ranger's Hut in Greenwich Park.

Not all Lewisham College students stay in Lewisham. Darrell Stroud, who did the Introduction to Computing course eight years ago sent in the picture below from near his home on Bodmin Moor. Darrell is now a professional e-Bay seller and is hoping to set up his own bespoke website in the near future.

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Another Chance to Learn

Am I too old to learn?

It is never too late learn. Going back to study is a great opportunity for everyone. Once you make your first step you are there and the world is open to you.

English is not my first language so what can I do?

To speak another language is not easy, especially if you have to pick it up at an older age. Everything seems to be twice as hard, but my determination keeps me going. With the help and support of my teacher, I have learnt from word to word, and then slowly merged it all together to make a sentence. It is a joy to learn something new every day and it gives me great pleasure to discover myself and other people.

What course should I take to work in an office?

My ambition is to work in an office and it seemed like it was far away, but the NVQ Business and Administration course makes it feel closer to me. From this course, I have learnt how to send emails, write out memos, type a document and operate office equipment. We also had help to build our confidence, telephone communication skills and many more other things………..

Do I get any training from the course?

So far I have been involved in several activities. I have helped the College with packing the goody bags for skill London 2008 Exhibition where over 1500 people visited I have escorted ESOL students to assessments rooms. I also experienced working in the Finance Department. It was lovely to meet people from different back ground and ages. This was a brilliant experience for me and this is only the beginning……………