Blackfriars Settlement
Learn with us south of the river! Some courses are now held at Blackfriars Settlement. Please check the location of your course before you start.
FREE Courses For The Unemployed
If you are in receipt of JSA/ESA or unemployed in receipt of Universal Credit or another related benefit? Some courses may be FREE. Call 020 7269 6000
Build A Better Working Life
The Mary Ward has a broad range of part-time courses that will give you the skills, qualifications and confidence you need for a successful working life, providing skills that are used in offices and work places across London. Call 020 7269 6000
ESOL, Pronunciation & Cambridge English
Find out about assessment times for English Courses (English for speakers of other languages). Call 020 7269 6000
Featured Courses
New Short Sculpture Courses Coming Up
Carving to Eco , pick one of our shorter Sculpture courses this term.
Craft Projects For Absolute Beginners
This course is a series of crafts 'tasters' delivered by professional makers, providing you with the opportunity to complete projects using your newly acquired skills.
Over the course of the year this course may give you a basic introduction to: Textiles, Silver Clay, Glass Fusion, Mosaic, Papercraft, Wirework, Jewellery Making and other crafts.
All abilities welcome.
Upcoming Courses
Oct
21
String Play Day
This course will take place at Blackfriars Settlement, 1 Rushworth Street SE1 ORB. [...]
Why come to Mary Ward Centre?
Mary Ward Centre is the adult education centre with a difference. We provide a wide range of subjects for people at all levels and run courses during the day, evening or weekend to suit your timetable.
Get inspired and enjoy excellent teaching in an environment where each individual’s learning experience is valued. That’s what makes Mary Ward Centre ‘the friendly place to learn.’
The Cafe
The vegetarian cafe at 42 Queen Square is a popular meeting place for lunch, dinner, or coffee and cake. The café specialises in vegetarian, vegan, gluten and wheat-free meals and snacks, catering for every dietary requirement.
Café customers can enjoy being surrounded by art produced by Mary Ward Centre art students, or simply catch up with friends, fellow students or colleagues in the calm setting of Queen Square.
