YSJ Communities Centre Launch Creative Literacies Hub

YSJ is thrilled to announce the launch of their new free service at the Communities Centre: the Creative Literacies Hub.

The initiative is designed to support parents, carers, and their children in developing effective reading and creative writing skills within a comfortable and welcoming environment. 

Our Creative Literacies Hub offers two enriching programmes:

Supporting Reading at Home

This programme is open to parents, caregivers, and children aged 5 to 11. Participants will learn techniques to assist their children in reading a diverse selection of texts. The first two sessions are for parents and caregivers, and children will join the remaining four sessions for interactive reading activities.

2024 Workshop Dates:

• 22 October, 

• 5 November

• 12 November

• 19 November

• 25 November

• 3 December

Creative Writing Together

This programme is designed for parents, caregivers, and children aged 7 to 14. Participants will engage in collaborative creative writing sessions, exploring various settings, characters, and plots, and experimenting with different perspectives within their story universe.

2025 Workshop Dates:

• 7 January

• 14 January

• 21 January

• 28 January

• 4 February

• 11 February

How to Enrol

If you are interested in joining the Creative Literacies Hub, you can self-refer by completing the online self-referral form. When completing the form, please ensure you state the age of your child and specify which programme(s) you wish to enrol in. You are welcome to sign up for both programmes if you wish.

For a copy of their leaflet, self-referral form and their website, visit here.