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Hillcroft Women’s Education

Women only courses – supportive, empowering learning

Join a welcoming, learning community for women at our Parkshot campus in the heart of Richmond. Our tailored courses are designed to boost confidence, develop skills and empower women in a safe and inclusive environment. Whether you’re exploring new interests, retraining for work, or looking to reconnect with learning, our dedicated provision is here to support your journey.

Professional Facilities

Learn in comfortable, women-focused classroom spaces. Enjoy group settings designed to encourage open discussion, collaborative work and peer support. We also offer online and blended learning options to ensure flexibility and accessibility.

Expert Tutors and Support

Our tutors are experienced, nurturing educators who understand the needs of adult women learners. They foster supportive, respectful classroom dynamics while providing expert guidance – whether you’re building foundational skills or growing professionally.

Flexible Learning

Courses are available during daytime, evenings, weekends, and online – so you can balance learning with work, family or other commitments. Short courses, one-day workshops and longer qualification programmes are all offered in a women-only setting.

A Wide Variety of Courses to Suit You

We offer a diverse and responsive curriculum tailored to women’s interests and empowerment:

Confidence and Self-Esteem Workshop For Work
Start Date: Monday, 9th November 2026
End Date: Monday, 30th November 2026
Time: 4pm-6pm Mon
Duration: 4 weeks
Level: Non Accredited
Cost: £74 / £51
This course is for women only
Do you want to feel more confident and make better decisions? Increasing your confidence and self-esteem is key to a healthy life. This workshop will help you understand what influences your confidence and how to boost it. It’s perfect for anyone…
Digital Skills – Microsoft Excel – Level 1
Start Date: Monday, 14th December 2026
Time: 9:30am-1:30pm Mon, 9:30am-1:30pm Tue, 9:30am-1:30pm Wed, 9:30am-1:30pm Thu, 9:30am-1:30pm Fri
Duration: 5 days
Level: 1
Cost: £122 / Free
This course is for women only
We are proud of our diverse learner groups, and range of support to enable access for all learners regardless of ability or background. However, we also recognize that some women benefit from the supportive and close-knit environment of a women-only…
Digital Skills – Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel – Introduction
Start Date: Tuesday, 15th September 2026
End Date: Wednesday, 21st October 2026
Time: 9:30am-2pm Tue, 9:30am-2pm Wed
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Entry
Cost: £475 / Free
This course is for women only
This beginner-level course provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Learners will gain essential computer skills to create, edit, and format documents, design presentations, and use basic spreadsheet functions….
Digital Skills – Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel – Level 1
Start Date: Tuesday, 23rd February 2027
End Date: Wednesday, 24th March 2027
Time: 12:00am-12:00am Mon, 12:00am-12:00am Tue
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: 1
Cost: £274 / Free
This course is for women only
This course is designed to develop the skills obtained in the introductory course, helping you to develop your practical knowledge in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel.
Functional Skills Maths – Entry 3
Start Date: Thursday, 5th November 2026
End Date: Thursday, 11th February 2027
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 11 weeks
Level: Entry
Cost: £21 / Free
This course is for women only
Do you want to boost your maths skills and confidence? This Functional Skills Maths Entry 3 course is designed to help you develop your abilities in number, measure, shape & space and handling data. This course is perfect for anyone looking to…
Functional Skills Maths – Level 1
Start Date: Thursday, 15th April 2027
End Date: Thursday, 8th July 2027
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 12 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: Free
This course is for women only
Do you want to boost your maths skills and build your confidence? This Functional Skills Maths Level 1 course is designed to help you do just that! You’ll develop your abilities in number, measure, shape and space and handling data. This course is…
Getting Ready for Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths
Start Date: Thursday, 10th September 2026
End Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 7 weeks
Level: Entry
Full Fee: Free
This course is for women only
Do you want to feel confident before starting your Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths qualification? This course is designed to prepare you! It will familiarise you with the content, level and expectations of the Entry 3 Functional Skills Maths course….
Getting Ready for Functional Skills Maths – Level 1
Start Date: Thursday, 25th February 2027
End Date: Thursday, 25th March 2027
Time: 1pm-4pm Thu
Duration: 5 weeks
Level: 1
Full Fee: Free
This course is for women only
Are you unsure if you’re ready for a Level 1 Functional Skills Maths qualification? Then this course is designed for you! It will prepare you for the Level 1 Functional Skills Maths course, familiarising you with the content, level and expectations….
Ready to Thrive in a Women-Only Space?

Experience supportive learning with other adult women in a dedicated and nurturing environment. Our women-only provision at Parkshot is here to empower your growth, confidence and success.