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    Half Term Story Sacks

    DateTuesday, 24 October, 1:30pm

    LocationWaltham Cross - St Joseph's Church

    PriceFree event

    About this event

    Course Code: 24023

    What is this workshop about?

    In this 2-hour workshop you and your child/ren will discover how to use ‘found’ materials to create a story sack/box. This can be for fun family activities with a little ‘hidden’ learning in them. Great for those rainy days and for keeps costs to a minimum.  

    Who is this workshop for?

    This course is aimed at parents with their children (aged 4-8) and will use simple crafting methods and tools/materials. 

    Entry Requirements to do this workshop:

    A basic level of conversational and written English is needed to complete this course.

    How you will be assessed?

    Through questions and answers, the completion of a learner reflection form and a photograph of your completed project/s.

    After this workshop you might like to… join some of our other courses including family – brilliant books or family - brilliant boxes.

    Material supplied by Step2Skills

    We supply the tools and materials required and students are encouraged to take home the sacks they make during the session.  

    Additional Information

    During part of the session the children will be encouraged to go on a ‘treasure’ hunt to fill their story bag/box. NOTE: Parents should only book a place for themselves (not their children)

    What happens after I book this workshop?

    There are two steps to complete before studying with us and booking on here is the first step. Your next step will be to enrol on your chosen course following the instructions attached to your order confirmation email. 

    NOTE: This workshop is for Hertfordshire Residents Only - *With the exception of the registration fee, this course is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet a set criteria - please see further details under the 'Further Information' heading.

    Venue

    Waltham Cross - St Joseph's Church

    Eleanor Road Waltham Cross EN8 7DW

    Waltham Cross

    EN8 7DW

    Parking

    There is lots of parking on site and those using the community centre have priority to using this.

    Venue Information

    St Joseph’s Parish Centre, Eleanor Road, Waltham Cross EN8 7DW.

    Further information

    This workshop is fully funded by The Education & Skills Funding Agency for adults who meet the following criteria:

    • A Hertfordshire Resident
    • Aged 19 years or older on 1st September 2023
    • UK National and lived in the UK for the last 3 years or EEA National with settled/pre-settled status and lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years

    There are some exceptions to this, for example the Homes for Ukraine scheme. If you do not meet the above criteria, please contact us on 01992 556194 or email step2skills@Hertfordshire.gov.uk

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