New Course Listing

Our new Course Listing is here! Take a look at all of our January to July courses and apply online today.

We are planning to start all of our short and longer courses from Monday 12th April. For more information, please take a look at our updates.

To apply online take a look at our find Find Courses page.

Keep checking our website, Facebook and Twitter pages for updates about our courses residential, non-residential, correspondence and online.

Please note course details and dates may be subject to change.

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ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening)

Do you want to improve your English language use? This course will help you develop your spoken English, your reading and your writing skills. Starting in May 2021
Tuesday 25th May Open Day

Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 25th May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.
Tuesday 18th May Open Day

Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 18h of May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.
Tuesday 11th May Open Day

Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 11th May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.

Changes to Our Catering

Since our re-opening, we have made some important changes to the way we offer food to our students. Here is all your need to know.
Face Mask Guidance

Please take a look at the college guidance on wearing face masks and how you can stay safe doing so.
Frequently Asked Questions

Please read some of the FAQ's we've answered about the college reopening.
Student Events

More student events at Fircroft will be added soon.
Social Justice

'Learning to Create a Better World' Social Justice is the heart of everything we do at Fircroft. Read how we are continuously striving to support all those who study with us.
Student Support

Find out more about the various support we provide our students.
Student Voice

If you are a current student and would like to find out more information about how to become a member of the Student Voice team click here!
Our Courses for Work Brochure
Back to Basics Literacy

This course helps students to develop their skills in reading, writing and also speaking and listening
IT User Certificate Level 2

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science and Humanities) October 2021

The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science and Humanities) is highly credited by universities in the UK and is perfect for adults who wish to go on to further study of counselling, youth work and psychology as well as other subjects.This is a nine-month programme that can help you to get into University.
Fees

Many of our courses are free, find out more about our fees.
Who we are

Fircroft is an adult education college in Selly Oak, Birmingham, offering mostly residential courses but also online and one day courses.
Free Thinking

Our Free Thinking programme helps people get into mainstream education and employment after suffering from modern slavery, trauma and torture. Starting 19th April - 23rd June 2021. TAKING APPLICATIONS UP TO 23RD APRIL.
Open Days

Join us on a Tuesday for an Open Day back at Fircroft. Open Day sessions will be held throughout the day every Tuesday. Book your slot today!
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