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Step into Learning: Join Us for Our Open Afternoon

September 25th, 2026

Are you thinking about learning something new, building your confidence, or taking the next step towards your goals? We’d love to welcome you to our Open Afternoon at The Learning Place.  This relaxed and friendly event is a great opportunity to discover the courses and workshops available, meet our tutors, and explore the supportive learning … Continued

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Celebrating Portsmouth’s Past & Present: Discover Our City’s Story

June 17th, 2026

A huge thank you to Helen for her generous donation of beautiful books that explore Portsmouth – then and now. This wonderful collection helps bring local history to life, sparking conversations about how our city has grown, changed, and continued to thrive over the years. These books also support the exciting 100 Years of Portsmouth … Continued

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Open Afternoon at The Learning Place

June 4th, 2026

Step Into Learning – we are delighted to invite you to our Open Afternoon at The Learning Place! Join us on Wednesday 17th June at 12.30 pm and explore everything The Learning Place has to offer. Whether you are looking to build new skills, boost your confidence, or take the next step in your learning … Continued

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Transforming lives, building confidence, and supporting life-long learning

We aim to offer high quality courses at the best value. Our courses are funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the majority are free. For courses with a fee, there is a reduction for those on income-related benefits.

If you want to know more, or can’t find what you’re looking for, please drop-in to The Learning Place on Derby Road, or phone us on 023 9262 1860 or email us at thelearningplace@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

We will be pleased to help you find the course you are looking for.

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The Learning Place, 6 Derby Road, North End, Portsmouth, PO2 8HH

023 9262 1860