Medway Adult Education

What will I learn on this course?
Learners will: 1. Be able to demonstrate the basics of throwing. 2. Be able to make at least 3 pots of different shapes (for beginner) and matching shapes or tall cylinders (for experienced leaners). 3. Be able to finish at least 1 piece on the wheel without turning at leather hard stage. Learners will also be expected to observe appropriate H&S rules. Whether you would like to learn new creative skills or to investigate the possibility of a new pottery-based career, MAE Community Learning courses can provide you with a stepping stone to progress

Is this course suitable for me?
Suitable for all, beginners to those with throwing experience.

Is there anything I need to know about the course?
-• Please bring an apron and do not wear anything you value highly. • No open toed shoes in the pottery. Long haior must be tied back (hair bands will not be provided) • It would be advisable to bring a notebook and pen. • Learners with previous experience should bring in an example of their own work to help in the initial assessment process. Some of your guided learning hours will be used to complete paperwork such as ground rules and individual learning plans for the course. You will then have time to revisit these targets with your tutor to assess your progress.

Will there be additional costs?
The cost of materials is included in the course fee. There will be no additional costs for this course. An amount of clay is included within the course fees, up to 6 items can be fired with a choice of clear or white glaze. A collection day for the finished piece will be arranged with the tutor.

What could I go on to do after this course?
Your tutor can talk to you about another subject related course available. Medway Adult Education works with many partners locally such as MidKent College, Medway School of Arts and the University of Kent; information about their courses can be found in our studios, café and on Moodle. Medway has an exciting and wide-range of events, exhibitions and activities to inspire and help you make further progress - please see the community noticeboards in the Rochester Centre and again on Moodle. Your tutor will be able to talk through your individual progression options. If you wish to explore your learning, work or career options, you can speak to a fully trained careers advisor on 0800 100 900. https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk If you need further advice, please telephone 01634 338400.

Attendance Policy
Single session- This is one session course- please attend for the duration of the lesson. If you enrol and then cannot attend, please inform us as soon as possible on 01634 338400 so that your place can be given to someone else.

Health and Safety
By participating in the live class, you accept that you understand that pottery involves potentially hazardous tools and equipment and that such activity carries the risk of injury. You understand that it is your responsibility to judge your motor skills and physical ability. It is your responsibility to ensure that by participating in classes and activities from Medway Adult Education, you will not exceed your limits while performing such activity, and you will select the appropriate level of task for your skills and abilities. You understand that this is a pottery activity, and you will need to be suitably dressed, you will need protect your work surface and be mindful of the correct Health & Safety processes when working with pottery tools and materials. MAE is not responsible for damage to items in your house / home or person. The creators, owners and distributors of this site and the material available MAE are not responsible for any injuries you may experience because of your use of this site and the material contained here on. By remaining on this site and/or accessing and / or using any material, you are accepting that you have read, understood and agreed to follow these basic instructions.