A Darlington school has opened its doors during the summer holidays to teach people new skills.
Haughton Community School is running a variety of courses with funding from the Darlington Local Education Authority and the Learning and Skills Council Tees Valley.
The one-week, two-hour courses include painting, Indian head massage and pottery.
Heather Small, course organiser, said: "We have had an excellent response."
The week's activities are part of a campaign to encourage people to sign up for longer autumn courses.
Free evening courses will run every Thursday, from September 13.
Summer student Carol Gorman, 34, from Darlington, said: "As I have got two small children the creche facilities have been extremely helpful.
"I did the pottery course and am doing painting.
"I am looking forward to the Indian head massage."
For details of the courses on offer, telephone (07764) 289593.
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