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Priory Court Activities Programme - Summer 2015
Circle 33 led activities and services at Priory Court Community Centre
Job Club & Employment Support
Monday
10:30am-4:30pm
For Circle Housing Circle
33 residents
Get on Track Job Club
If you are looking for work we can provide you with
support, advice & guidance, help with CVs, career
advice, job search, application forms and interview
technique training.
Contact Tanya Gomez on
07940 411633
[email protected]
Computer courses
Thursday, 9:30am-12 noon
30/04/2015-9/07/2015
Thursday, 1pm-3pm
23/04/2015-21/05/2015
Thursday, 1pm-3pm
4/06/2015-2/07/2015
Friday, 1pm-3pm
24/04/2015-22/05/2015
5/06/2015-3/07/2015
Computers –moving on (Entry 3 accredited - 10 week course)
For people who have started using computers, or would like to become better in
some aspects of using computers. This is an ideal follow up to the Silver Surfers or
Email course. Free for jobseekers. Otherwise fees payable, concessions available.
Get more out of life with your computer (5 week course)
Develop your knowledge and understanding to save money and time by making
the most of the benefits available of being online.
Beginners guide to email (5 week course)
Learn how to setup and use an email account to communicate with others, send
messages, photos and much more!
Silver Surfers – Computing for beginners (5 week courses)
Part 1—Computer guide for beginners
Part 2—Internet & email introduction
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.
Computer workshops
Fridays: 10am-12:30pm
1/05/2015
15/05/2015
22/05/2015
5/06/2015
19/06/2015
3/07/2015
Topic:
How to make free telephone calls with Skype on your PC, tablet and smartphone
Get help for your Android tablet
Get help for your iPad tablet
Introduction to Google Apps on your PC, tablet and smartphone
How to use LastPass to remember all your passwords
Getting the most out of YouTube on your PC, tablet and smartphone
If you’re interested in attending a course or workshop you MUST reserve a place. Places are allocated on a
first come, first served basis. Please contact us on 020 8531 9990 or email: [email protected]
Computer room drop in
Various days:
Check timetable or our
website for dates &
times
On these days:
Wednesday: 10am-12:30pm
Wednesday: 2pm-4:30pm
Friday: 10am-12:30pm
Open access/public drop in for adults
The IT room is normally available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Friday mornings
for free open access when there are no other activities taking place.
Volunteer supported open access/public drop in for adults
Rose is available to cater for beginners and basic skills
Junior is available to help with anything including tablets and smartphones
Peter and Gary are available to help with general and more technical queries.
(*except on workshop dates above)
Further information and course outlines available on our website:
priorycourtcc.org.uk/employment-training/computer-room/
Priory Court Activities Programme - Summer 2015
Energy saving advice
Wednesday
10:00am-12:30pm
10/06/2015
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.
Circle Housing Circle 33 customer services
Circle Housing Circle 33 customer services
Yomi Maja is the Customer Services Manager for Circle 33 tenants in and
around Priory Court. He is available to assist residents with tenancy related
queries, estate and anti-social behaviour issues. He is 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 him at the
community centre.
Customer Contact Centre and repairs including emergency out of hours
 Estate Services (cleaning and upkeep of your estate)
 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)
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 AntiSocial Behaviour Helpline which is available from 5pm to 9am, 365 days of
the year and whenever the offices are closed.
Resident can access this service by calling us or emailing us.
All call backs will be made by trained operators once emails are received.
For Circle Housing Circle 33
residents
Thursday 10am-5pm
by appointment
Contact Yomi Maja on
020 7275 2900 or
[email protected]
0800 073 0417 or
0300 456 3000
c33customerservicesteam
@circle.org.uk
0800 075 6699
[email protected]
(For emergencies please dial
101 or 999)
Priory Court community centre room hire
If you are looking to hire rooms for competitive rates, please contact us on 020 8531 9990 or email
[email protected]
 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
 Full disability access
 Free on-site car park and nearby off-street parking
 Convenient location within easy reach of Blackhorse Road
o 15 minute walk or 123 bus)
o or Walthamstow Bus/Tube Station (W11 stops right outside)
Priory Court Activities Programme - Summer 2015
Community led activities at Priory Court Community Centre
Arts and crafts activities
Monday
10am-12pm
Tuesday
12pm-2pm
Inspirations Arts & crafts group
Friendly, sociable group organised by local residents. Glass painting,
sewing & 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.
Bees Knees sewing & 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 sown pieces by design. Some sewing
skills are required to take part. If you are interested in joining then
please call us.
For women 50+
For women of
all ages
Health & wellbeing activities
Wednesday
11am-1pm
Wednesday
1:30pm-3pm
Wednesday
2pm-4pm
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.
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 also served. Just
turn up on the day to play!
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.
For pensioners
For pensioners
Open to all ages
Learning activities for young people
Friday
10am-12pm
Parent & Toddler group
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, thereafter. £1.50 per child and 50p per
sibling.
0-4 years
Contact Victoria
or Gabriel on
020 8531 9990
for more
information
Youth activities
Tuesday
5pm-7pm
During term
time
Football with Leyton Orient Community Sports Programme
Promoting physical activity and improving existing skills in a fun and
non-competitive environment.
8-14 years
Caged play area
Priory Court Activities Programme - Summer 2015
Other activities provided at Priory Court Community Centre
Learning activities for young people
Monday
3:30-6pm
Thursday
3:30-6pm
Saturday
10:30am-12:30pm
Monday – Friday
(Term Time)
Breakfast Club:
7.30am-9am
After School Club:
3pm-6.30pm
Kumon Maths & English tuition
Kumon’s study programmes work to unlock your
child’s potential, building their confidence and
independent study skills. Take advantage of our Free
Assessment and see how Kumon can benefit your
child.
Breakfast & after school clubs - Childcare Solution
For children aged 4-13. We provide children a play
environment which is safe and caring allowing your
child to learn and develop. Your children will
experience and enjoy a range of activities, which will
enhance their confidence, self- esteem, knowledge
and skills. We are Ofsted and CMS (Certificate of
Maintained Standards) registered.
Contact Maisie Earle Kumon Instructor on
020 8364 3867
[email protected].
uk
For more information, places
and prices contact;
Louise on 07951157069 or
Amanda on 07572 330664
Email; [email protected]
www.childcare-solution.com
Sport and recreation
Wednesday
6pm-8pm
Wednesday
7:30-8:30pm
Third Wednesday
of every month
7:00-9:00pm
Youth Bus - Worth Unlimited
Free Internet, XBOX, music, space to hang out, etc.
Parked on Sherwood Close near Community Centre
Karate Club - Sensei David Levine
Improve your fitness, flexibility & muscle tone, selfconfidence, self control, character building and much
more!
£5 for 5- 16 years, £5.50 for adults per session
11-19 years
Ages 5+
Contact David on 07958
571169
Circle 33 Staff contact details
Gulsun Faik - Community development partnership manager
Tel: 020 8531 9962 Email: [email protected]
Peter Prowse - IT Project coordinator
Tel: 020 8531 9953 Email:[email protected]
Gabriel Edwards - Centre administrator
Tel: 020 8531 9990 Email: [email protected]
Where are we?
Priory Court Community Centre
11 Priory Court, Walthamstow, E17 5NB
Tel: 020 8531 9990
Fax: 020 8523 5169
www.priorycourtcc.org.uk
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