Welcome to your monthly Families Matter E-bulletin from the Parent and Family Support Service.
Each month we share information, advice and opportunities for you to join our networks, support groups or parenting sessions.
Read on to find out how you can connect with other parents and carers, participate in family activities, share your experiences and learn together.
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Read the latest edition of the borough’s Families Matter magazine which features local and national information on services and news to support families.
This term’s edition includes information on volunteering opportunities and other workshops being delivered to support parents, carers, foster carers and special guardians across the borough.
Revision is key to making learning stick, yet many students don’t know how to do it well. Parents can discover how to support their children to develop good learning habits. Learn the most effective revision methods to ensure students perform at their best during exams.
Platform to Talk online discussion session for parents: Revise Wise
Friday 10 March, 10am - 11am
Online through Zoom
Come along to an event arranged by the Early Help & Children and Families Service to celebrate International Women’s Day for all the family.
With arts and crafts, dance, massages and inspirational talks, the event will be an opportunity to build connections, friendships and get inspired!
Everyone welcome.
Marner Children and Family Centre, Devas Street, E3 3LL
Wednesday 8 March, 4pm – 7pm
For more information, email luthfa.meah@towerhamlets.gov.uk
The youth-led Cutting East Film Festival returns to the Genesis Cinema this March with a great line-up of free activities including films, spoken word, Q&A, and exhibitions for all the family to enjoy.
The festival is curated, programmed and designed by local young people aged 16-21 years old.
Cutting East Film Festival 2023
Friday 10 and Saturday 11 March
Genesis Cinema, 93-95 Mile End Rd, E1 4UJ
The Tower Hamlets & City Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service (SEND IASS) are offering some useful workshops for parents that will explore the key issues around Education, Health and Care Plans (ECHP) and Annual Reviews.
You will find out about the Annual Review and EHCP processes and discover the features of a good plan and review.
Education, Health and Care Plan workshop for parents
Tuesday 14 March, 4.30-6.30pm
John Smith Children and Family Centre, 90 Stepney Way, E1 2ES
Annual Review workshop for parents
Wednesday 15 March, 10am - 12pm
Parent Advice Centre, 30 Greatorex Street, E1 5NP
The Parent and Family Support Service offer information, advice and support services in partnership with schools and community venues. Our services are also available online through webinars, virtual meetings and forums.
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