Food Growing Courses
For Urban Learners
Food Growing Courses That Bring Your Dreams To Life
In Just 12 Short Weeks
Urban Living? No problem! Learn to grow nutritious, chemical-free food for your family, at low cost that you can actually taste! You can grow so much in the tiniest of spaces - from flavourful mushrooms, to delicious salad greens, to your favourite herbs.
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Let's face the truth...
Food Prices
UP !
DOWN!
Iron: ↓ 50%
Copper: ↓ 49%
Magnesium: ↓ 10%
Nutritional Value
Taste
GONE!
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...
MARIA,
SUSTAINABLE
GARDENING
I've enjoyed every part of the course, my plants are still growing and that makes me happy.
CHARLIE,
HYDROPONICS
GROWING
I’ve also been grateful to learn many new skills that I can apply to my own practice.
VICKY,
HYDROPONICS
GROWING
All of the team are warm and friendly, and I have felt very supported.
TIM,
MUSHROOM
CULTIVATION
I lived and loved the journey, so I thank you for that. My mushrooms were pretty awesome!
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What's in it for you..?
Our Food Growing Courses
(1) Mushroom Growing (2) Hydroponics Growing
(3) Sustainable Gardening
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Enjoy Healthy, Pesticide-Free Meals: Create healthier, tastier dishes at home using your own naturally grown produce.
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Grow Fresh Vegetables and Flowers on a Budget: Cultivate your own nutrient-rich food and beautiful flowers while keeping costs low.
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Save Big by Growing Your Own Herbs: Slash supermarket bills by harvesting homegrown herbs for cooking, teas, and wellness.
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Create DIY Natural Products: Learn how to make eco-friendly soaps, balms, and tinctures from plants you grow yourself.
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Do Something Together: Improve well-being with fresh, homegrown produce while involving the whole family in healthy habits.
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Join a Purpose-Driven Community: Connect with a supportive network of people passionate about making a positive impact—no matter the size.
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Discover New Career Pathways: Explore exciting opportunities in the thriving green industry - no matter your age! Food growing skills are always in demand.
Food Growing Courses
You've Been Waiting For...!
I Can Learn This Myself...
Avoid Analysis Paralysis!
Sure there is stuff online, but we structure it for you so you don't need to waste time. You also get to learn from our mistakes!
Expensive As Heck...
Not us!
Many online growing courses cost a lot more than our courses. If you calculate the weekly cost we think you will agree with the value.
No practice exercises...
We got you!
We have courses that include easy-to-follow exercises with real equipment - we send you a great kit created by us.
We even offer options with
on-site experience included.
It takes too much time...
We got you again!
We have split our courses into 12 manageable modules designed to be completed in 1-2 hours each week.
No overwhelm - just progression.
Our approach is unique.
Join a thriving community of passionate growers like you.
Stop relying on a broken system that doesn’t have your best interests at heart.
Start small, dream big.
Grow a sustainable future you’ll be proud to call your own.
Made For You!
Limited Time
More Time
Get Certified
Kickstarter
Remote Learning
£59
100% Online.
Welcome email with full instructions.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
Ask questions via the learning platform.
Complete in your own time, at your own pace!
No homework: Perfect for those with packed schedules.
Home-Grower
Includes Home Kit
£95
Online + Home-based Practicals.
Welcome email with full instructions.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
Ask questions via the learning platform.
Practical kit with assignments to try at home.
Home practicals: deepen your learning without leaving home.
Urban-Grower
Includes Accreditation
£145
Online + Home-based Practicals +
2 Sessions On-site (East London)
Welcome email with full instructions.
12 Self-paced, self-study theory modules at home.
Practical kit with assignments to try at home.
2 * 3hr Session On-site in East London
- bookable on a rolling monthly basis, when you're ready, & within 6 months.
Get certified: two onsite sessions to learn practical skills (guided).
Choose Your Dream Skill
Mushroom
Growing
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Mushroom basics
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Mixing, incubation fruiting
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Harvesting and maintenance
Hydroponics Growing
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Vertical tower growing
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Propagation and plant maintenance
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Water-efficient growing without soil
Sustainable
No-Dig Gardening
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Soil basics and composting
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Propagation and plant maintenance
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Companion planting
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No dig theory
Location For On-Site Learners:
R-Urban
Brion Place,
Poplar,
London E14 OSP
Location For On-Site Learners:
Gainsborough Primary School, Berkshire Rd,
Hackney Wick,
London E9 5ND
Location For On-Site Learners:
Gainsborough Primary School, Berkshire Rd,
Hackney Wick,
London E9 5ND
Our Students Say
"The training has provided me with the fundamental knowledge for hydroponic growing through informative practical training and completing the online modules that are included in the AQA accreditation scheme.
I would highly recommend participating to anyone who is looking to find out more about sustainable ways of urban growing! "
Vicky, You're Hired!
~Vicky is now a trusted member of the SOURCE Foods team.
Book Your Course
Online Theory Modules
+ Home-based Practicals
+
2 Sessions On-site in East London
(Assessed for certification)
Kickstarter
£59
Home-Grower
£95
Urban-Grower
£145
The most enjoyable part of growing, is seeing the whole life cycle of the plants. From sowing the seeds, to watching them grow and finally harvesting them, I find the whole process very rewarding.
The most rewarding part has been working as part of a small team. While I practice on a smaller scale alone, I have loved working alongside other knowledgeable enthusiasts who have taught and helped me so much.
Everyone has been super. They are all very supportive and knowledgeable. Any technical challenges I’ve had with theoretical questions have always been solved and answered.
Green Skills Trainee
- Accredited -
Can you commit a minimum of 3-6 hours per week, on-site at our growing locations in East London, for 12 weeks?
Want AQA Level-1 Certification?
£95
If you’d like to achieve AQA Level 1 food-growing accreditation in mushroom growing, hydroponics or sustainable gardening here’s what’s required:
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Complete 12 short self-paced study modules, and submit worksheets, to deepen your knowledge. This happens at home and runs in parallel to work-experience.
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Work Experience as needed onsite (not necessarily related to course content): commit to 3-6 hours per week for 12 weeks. You will participate in hands-on tasks as needed to run our on-site operations. This is genuine work-experience, and may not relate directly to study modules. We are based in East London.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking individuals who:
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Are passionate about closing the loop on food waste and sustainability.
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Are ready to help make this project a success so it can be replicated widely.
What’s in It for You?
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Theory modules included.
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A unique chance to explore career pathways in a growing green industry.
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Gain resume-worthy skills in a competitive field.
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Be part of an innovative circular economy project that pioneers zero-waste, low-carbon food production.
