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Lego challenge lab
Code: T25EH2409
Location: Cotmanhay & Ilkeston ACE Centre
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 19 February 2026
Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
This fun family session gets parents and kids to work side by side on a series of Lego challenges designed to spark curiosity, communication and problem solving. Families will explore themed building tasks, friendly competitions and co operative activities that encourage everyone to share ideas, listen to each other and celebrate their creations.
Whether you're constructing towering structures, designing mini worlds, or tackling surprise “challenge cards,” the focus is on learning together through play. No previous LEGO® skills needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in!
Who is this course for?
This course is for families to join in together. Grown ups must stay with their children Our courses are for people who live in Derbyshire aged 19 and over.
How will I learn?
This is a classroom-based course. There will be practical activities with guidance from your tutor. The course will be a mix of tutor-led activities, individual work and group work. Your tutor will give you support and feedback so you know what to do to improve.
What will I need?
You may want to bring something to make notes.
Are there any other costs?
This course is free and there are no other costs.
Time and duration
Start Date: 19 February 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1
Location
Cotmanhay & Ilkeston ACE Centre
Bennerley Avenue
Cotmanhay
DE7 8PF
01629 531807