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Priory Court
community centre
Courses, activities and FREE facilities
Spring term January – April 2015
Welcome to Priory Court community centre
We have a number of courses and activities available. You must enrol first to secure
a place on any course or workshop. Places are allocated on a first come, first served
basis. Please allow plenty of time before the course starts to come in and register at
the centre in person. Information can be found on the back of the brochure.
Computer courses (in partnership with WF Adult Learning Service)
Thursday
Save money by using the internet
1pm - 3pm
Develop your knowledge and understanding to save money and
22/01/2015 – time by making the most of the benefits available of being online.
26/02/2015
Thursday
Beginners guide to email
1pm - 3pm
Learn how to setup and use an email account to communicate with
05/03/2015 – others, send messages, photos and much more!
02/04/2015
Friday
Silver surfers part 1 – computers guide for beginners
1pm - 3pm
(starts 23rd January)
23/01/2015 – Silver surfers Part 2 – internet and email Introduction
27/03/2015
(starts 6th March)
For anyone who would like to learn how to use a computer and the
internet in a relaxed, non-threatening environment. Suitable for
complete beginners or those wishing to improve on existing skills.
Free 5 week
course
Free 5 week
course
Free 5 week
courses
Children and IT awareness training (in partnership with WF Adult Learning Service)
Tuesday
Phone Gulsun
Internet safety and security for you and your child
10am-12pm A Family Learning course aimed at parents/carers of children
Faik on 020 8531
03/03/2015 - and young people focused on keeping children safe online. Topics 9990 to register
31/03/2015
include equipping parents/carers to deal with the risks of bullying, your interest
predatory paedophiles, dodgy websites and more.
Further information and course outlines available on our website:
priorycourtcc.org.uk/employment-training/computer-room/computer-courses/
NEW - Get the most out of your tablet online
This year we’ll be running free introductory training courses for Circle Housing Circle 33 residents
on how to use tablet computers. Each course includes three sessions in venues in Camden,
Hackney, Haringey, Islington and Waltham Forest. Each person will be provided with a tablet and
internet access to use during the course and will be taught skills such as setting up a tablet and
installing apps. Places are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. To register or find
out more, contact Peter Prowse, Circle Housing Circle 33 IT Project Co-ordinator, on 020 8531 9953
or email peter.prowse@circle.org.uk
NEW - Websites: Beginners guide to Wordpress
Wednesday Websites: Beginners guide to Wordpress
2pm - 4:30pm Learn how to build a personal or community website to promote
25/02/2015 – your message, club or activity and even use it to sell products.
25/03/2015 Basic computer skills required.
Computer workshops (volunteer supported)
Wednesday
Get help for your tablet or smartphone
10am-12:30pm
28/01/2015
Part 1 - Get help for your Android tablet
11/02/2015
Part 2 - Get help for your iPad tablet
11/03/2015
Part 3 - Get help for your Android phone
Friday
10am-12:30pm
27/02/2015
20/03/2015
Computer workshops
Free
workshops
Free
workshops
Holidays and travel - how to get the best deal
How to spring clean your PC to keep it in top condition
Computer room drop in
Various days
Open access/ public drop in for adults
Check
The IT room is normally available for free open access when
timetable or
courses are not running.
our website for
dates & times
Wednesday
10am-12:30pm
Free 5 week
course
Free
Free
Volunteer supported open access/ public drop in for adults
Rose is available in the morning to cater for beginners and basic
skills
1:30pm-4:00pm Junior is available in the afternoon to help with anything including
tablets and smartphones
Friday
10pm-12:30pm Peter and Gary are available to help with general and more
*except
technical queries
workshop dates
Health and wellbeing activities
Tuesday
NEW Pilates
2pm-3pm
Pilates exercise group for all abilities with a fully qualified
instructor. The sessions are subsidised by the Fit for Fun
programme and from January to March cost just £2 per
session.
18+ years
Wednesday
11am-1pm
Senior citizens luncheon club
This service has been organised and run by local volunteers
since 1955! A friendly get together for lunch and socialising.
The usual menu is ham, new potatoes, salad, bread and
butter, dessert and a cup of tea - all for just £2.50 per person.
Everything is prepared fresh on the day and the club is rated
5/5 by the Food Standards Agency. New members welcome,
pre-booking essential, phone us to register your interest.
For pensioners
Wednesday
1:30pm-3pm
Senior citizens bingo
Bingo sessions at Priory Court are great fun, cheap to play,
and a great way to meet people and socialise. Teas and
coffees are also served. Just turn up on the day to play!
For pensioners
Wednesday
2pm-4pm
Open to all ages
Priory Court gardening club
Priory Court Community Centre has its very own sustainable
food growing garden where we grow everything from
tomatoes and beetroot to onions, lettuce and courgettes. We
want to encourage people of all ages to enjoy the benefits
of growing their own food whether it be in gardens, on
balconies or indoors. We are available each week at the
Centre to provide gardening advice and guidance.
Thursday
7pm-9pm
5+ years
Line Dancing
Line Dancing for all ages and all abilities! Keep fit with this
fun and social activity. During each two hour session you’ll
have plenty of time to learn the steps and then put them
into practice. The sessions are subsidised by the Fit for Fun
programme and from January - March cost just £2 per session.
Energy saving advice
Wednesday Top ten energy tips to help reduce energy costs
Free workshop
10amAre you struggling with high energy bills? Come along to our
12:30pm
workshop where we will show you how to make worthwhile savings
04/03/2015
using simple tips and techniques. We can also advise on home
improvements that will reduce energy costs.
Wednesday
10:30am12:30pm
11/03/2015
Free workshop
Save money by switching your utility provider
Are you paying too much? We will show you how to use our price
comparison website to find out who is offering the best deal for
your energy usage and how to switch suppliers.
Arts and crafts activities
Monday
For women 50+
Inspirations arts and crafts group
10am-12pm
Friendly, sociable group organised by local residents. Glass
painting, sewing and knitting, soft furnishings, day trips out,
flower arranging, jam and pickle making are just some of the
things we have done. New members welcome, please phone us
to register your interest in joining.
Tuesday
12pm-2pm
Bees Knees sewing and quilt making group
We are an adventurous group who create quilts using
hand and machine sewing techniques, embroidery, fabric
paintings, beadings, textile dying, and create unique sewn
pieces by design. Some sewing skills are required to take
part. If you are interested in joining then please call us.
For women of all
ages
Youth activities
Tuesday
MultiSports with Leyton Orient Community Sports
5pm - 7pm
Programme
During term A variety of free sports. Promoting physical activity and
time
improving existing skills in a fun and non-competitive
environment. Activities include cricket, basketball, tennis and
football.
8-14 years
Caged play area
Wednesday
6pm-8pm
Youth Bus - Worth Unlimited
Free Internet, XBOX, music, space to hang out, etc.
Parked on Sherwood Close near the Community Centre.
11-19 years
Wednesday
7:30pm8:30pm
Third
Wednesday
of every
month 7pm 9pm
Karate Club – Sensei David Levine
Improve your fitness, flexibility & muscle tone, self
confidence, self control, character building and much more!
£5 for 5- 16 years, £5.50 for adults per session
Ages 5+
Contact David on
07958 571169
Friday
5:30pm-8pm
Running
until 27th
February
African Culture/Arts Workshops – Agudze Dance Ensemble 5-25 years
Contact Christine
Come and join us for free workshops on drumming, dance,
on 07903 081982
street dance, piano and guitar. Open to anyone living in the
William Morris ward. Funded by the William Morris Big
Local.
Half term activities - 16th-20th February
Dates to be
Dr Bike Workshop
confirmed
Come along to our pop up Dr Bike Workshop for children and families for
basic safety checks, on site repairs and general cycling safety.
Phone 020
8531 9990
for further
information
Learning activities for young people
Monday
Kumon Maths and English tuition
3:30pmKumon’s study programmes work to unlock your child’s
6:00pm
potential, building their confidence and independent study
Thursday
skills. Take advantage of our free assessment and see how
3:30pm-6pm Kumon can benefit your child.
Saturday
10:30am12:30pm
Monday –
Breakfast and after school clubs – Childcare Solution
Friday
For children aged 4-13 years. We provide children a play
(Term Time) environment which is safe and caring allowing your child to
Breakfast
learn and develop. Your children will experience and enjoy
Club:
a range of activities, which will enhance their confidence,
7.30am–9am self-esteem, knowledge and skills. We are Ofsted and CMS
After School (Certificate of Maintained Standards) registered.
Club:
3pm–6.30pm
Friday 10am- NEW Parent & Toddler group
12pm
Stay and play with puzzles, soft play, colouring books, wooden
blocks and much more! Time to relax with your little one
and with other parents in a safe and friendly environment.
Tea, coffee, juice and biscuits. Free taster session. £1 per child
thereafter.
Circle Housing Circle 33 Job Club and Employment Support
Monday
Get on Track Job Club
10:30amIf you are looking for work and need extra flexible and
4:30pm
practical support, we can help! We can provide you with
For Circle
employment support, sector specific advice and guidance,
Housing
help with CVs, career advice, job search, application forms and
Circle 33
interview technique training.
residents
Contact Maisie
Earle Kumon Instructor
on 020 8364 3867
highamhill@
kumoncentre.co.uk
For more
information, places
and prices contact;
Louise on
07951157069 or
Amanda on 07572
330664
Email: info@
childcare-solutions.
com
www.childcaresolution.com
0-4 years
Contact Victoria
or Gabriel on 020
8531 9990 for more
information
Contact Tanya
Gomez on
07940 411633 or
020 8531 9990
tanyagomez@live.
co.uk
Volunteering opportunities at Priory Court community centre
Volunteering is a great way to get involved with your local community, meet new friends and learn
a few new skills along the way. We have many different exciting volunteer opportunities and always
looking for people to join our team
• Centre Assistant
• Food Growing Gardener
• Events Coordinator
• Promotional Assistant
• User Group Support
• IT suite Assistant
• Volunteer Caretaker
Training and support is provided for all of our volunteer placements. If you would be interested in
joining us then we’d love to hear from you! Phone 0208 531 9990
What courses would you like to see at Priory Court?
We have the opportunity to expand the range of courses that are run from Priory Court
Community Centre and would love to hear from you what courses you would find most beneficial
out of the following:
• Maths and English for families
• Family art
• Healthy eating
• Parenting
• First Aid for parents
• English for speakers of other languages
If you would like to see a course run from Priory Court that is not currently listed here or elsewhere
in this booklet please let us know, and if we receive enough interest we will look to make it happen!
Phone 0208 531 9990
Priory Court honesty library
We now have our own honesty library! You can borrow any of our books for free! No checking in or
out, no time limits, no fines. We just ask that you return them when you’ve finished with them.
Circle Housing Circle 33 Cash for Communities
Would you like to start a community project or do you belong to a community group? Look no
further, our Community Chest is ready to assist, and it’s so easy to apply. You can apply for a grant
from £50 right up to £1500. All you need to do is tell us your ideas and find three other residents to
support them. Please contact us on 020 8531 9990.
Circle Housing Circle 33 customer services
For Circle Housing
Circle 33 residents
Thursday 10am-5pm
by appointment
Contact Yomi Maja
on
020 7275 2900 or
020 8531 9990 or
yomi.maja@circle.
org.uk
0800 073 0417 or
Customer Contact Centre and repairs including emergency
0300 456 3000
out of hours
c33customerservice
• Estate Services (cleaning and upkeep of your estate)
team@circle.org.uk
• Tenancy Sustainment Team (provide help if you are struggling to manage
your tenancy including rent arrears and health issues)
• Housing Options Team (transfer and mutual exchange)
Circle Housing Circle 33 customer services
I am the Customer Services Manager for Circle Housing Circle 33 tenants
in and around Priory Court. I am available to assist residents with tenancy
related queries, estate and anti-social behaviour issues. I am happy to
provide you with support and link you with our other areas of support
services listed below - You can request for a home visit if you are unable to
visit me at the community centre.
Out of hours anti-social behaviour
Suffering from anti-social behaviour? Don’t wait till the morning to tell us!
Circle Housing Circle 33 now has in operation a dedicated out of hours
Anti-Social Behaviour helpline which is available from 5pm to 9am, 365
days of the year and whenever the offices are closed.
Residents can access this service by calling or emailing us.
All call backs will be made by trained operators once emails are received.
0800 075 6699
asboutofhours@
circle.org.uk
(For emergencies
please dial 101 or
999)
Priory Court community centre room hire
If you are looking to hire rooms at competitive rates, please contact us on 020 8531
9990 or email gabriel.edwards@circle.org.uk
• Convenient location within easy reach of
Blackhorse Road
• 15 minute walk or 123 bus
• or Walthamstow bus/tube station
(W11 stops right outside)
• Free on-site car park and nearby off-street
parking
• Full disability access
• Facilities include hall, lounge, kitchen,
toilets including disabled toilet and nappy
changing facilities
• IT suite fully equipped with 14 computer
workstations
• Laptops, projector and screen, flipcharts
and catering equipment available
To join any of our activities or enrol on a course please
contact us on 020 8531 9990
Staff contact details
Gulsun Faik - Community development partnership manager
Tel: 020 8531 9963 Email: gulsun.faik@circle.org.uk
Peter Prowse - IT Project coordinator
Tel: 020 8531 9953 Email: peter.prowse@circle.org.uk
Gabriel Edwards - Centre administrator
Tel: 020 8531 9990 Email: gabriel.edwards@circle.org.uk
Where are we?
Priory Court Community Centre
11 Priory Court, Walthamstow, E17 5NB
Tel: 020 8531 9990 Fax: 020 8523 5169
How to find us?
• Nearest tube station is Blackhorse Road (Victoria Line)
• W11 bus stops outside, the bus station is Walthamstow
• FREE car parking at the centre, and has full disability access and hearing
loop system
Services provided by Circle Housing Circle 33
Team for Communities
www.circle.org.uk
BC3301.08.14