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Computer courses for beginners

Basic computer skills are important in modern life. This page will help you find free computer courses in Surrey. Find:

In person courses

Find courses by district, borough or Surrey wide.

Computer and tech support courses run at:

Walton-upon-Thames

Courses run on Friday. You need to book an appointment to take part.

Weybridge

Courses run on Monday. This is a drop in - just turn up.

iPad training courses run at:

Molesey

Courses run on Friday. This is a drop in - just turn up.

Age Concern Epsom and Ewell offer a 1 hour computer training course. All visits take place in your home so that you can learn at your own pace and with your own computer.

  • Phone: 01372 732 456

If you prefer, you can join the IT Club which runs on the last Tuesday of every month.

  • The Old Town Hall, The Parade, Epsom
  • Phone: 01372 732 456

The club meets between 2pm and 4pm. Call to make a booking. 

Age UK Surrey offer tech support by appointment. Bring your own laptop, iPad, tablet or mobile phone.

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 12pm. Call or email to make an appointment.

Age Concern Mole Valley offer free courses for anyone over 50 living in the Mole Valley area. Courses last 6  weeks and must be booked in advance.

Courses are held at:

Call or email to register your interest.

Get computer help at Horley Community Centre.

Wednesday 10am to 12pm. This is a drop in - just turn up.

Get computer tuition at Woodhatch Community Centre.

Monday and Wednesday 10am to 12pm. Email or call to book a place.

Please note, there is a small fee for both these courses.

One-to-one sessions are held twice weekly at Fordbridge Centre in Ashford.

Sessions are run on Wednesday and Friday at 10am to 11am or 11am to 12pm. Call or email to book.

Computer IT sessions are held weekly at Staines Community Centre.

Wednesday 10am to 12pm. Call or email to book.

One-to-one sessions are at Lingfield and Dormansland Community Centre.

Sessions are run on Monday to Thursday 10am to 12pm. Call or email to book.

Age UK Surrey offer tech support at the Clockhouse. Bring your own laptop, iPad, tablet or mobile phone.

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 12pm. This is a drop in - just turn up.

You can take part in computer sessions at Moorcroft Community Centre..

Contact by phone or email to get dates and times.

Digital buddies can help you learn basic computing tasks like:

  • opening, closing, editing, saving and printing files
  • how to use the internet
  • sending emails
  • using Microsoft Word
  • using Skype and social media
  • online shopping

To see if your local library offers this service see How to get help from a digital buddy.

Telephone and online courses

Find courses to do online or get IT support over the telephone.

AbilityNet

Telephone Freephone helpline 0800 269545 or email enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk

AbilityNet has a network of friendly volunteers who can offer free computer support to older people and people with disabilities. They can help with if you have a virus, malfunction or software updates, need some help installing broadband, helping install and set up new software or are confused about updates or error messages, they can assist with choosing equipment to meet your particular needs, help install and set up new software, arranging settings and adjusting accessibility options.

BBC Webwise

Provides useful links, information on courses on a various computer related courses, including staying safe online.

BBC - WebWise

Online Centres Network

Online Centres use the Learn My Way online courses to support and teach computer beginners. Over 5000 centres are based all around the country, providing friendly, expert guidance for those who need help with computers. You can search for your nearest Online Centre at Find a hub Online Centres Network.

Learn My Way

A website of free online courses for beginners, helping you develop digital skills to make the most of the online world.

Learn My Way

Get telephone support from:

  • Age UK - 01483 503414
  • AbilityNet - 0300 180 0028
  • Blind Veterans UK - 0300 111 2233
  • Good Things Foundation - 0114 349 1666
  • We Are Digital - Digital Skills Helpline - 03300 16 00 51
  • Spaces - 0800 987 4110