International flavour to certificate presentation - 20/12/06

 

Ten countries, including Wales, were represented at an awards ceremony hosted by the Vale Basic Skills Service at the Open Learning Centre in Holton Road, Barry.

 

Students past and present gathered with guests to celebrate, and among those receiving certificates were individuals who had gained qualifications in English, maths and computing.

 

As well as students from the OLC and outreach classes in Penarth and Llantwit Major, there were representatives from groups who had participated in Family Learning Courses in local primary schools and, lending a truly international flavour, many individuals who had attended classes in English as an Additional Language

 

Cllr Tony Hampton, who presented certificates, extended his congratulations to all learners, including those unable to make the awards evening which ended with light refreshments.