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ACS Awarded Long-Term Propel Funding for Zero Exclusion Zone in Hackney
The African Community School (ACS) is proud to announce that we have been awarded a significant long-term grant through the Propel Long-Term Grants Programme. We are one of 17 community-led organisations sharing over £19.7 million in funding to tackle deep-rooted inequalities across London.
With this vital multi-year support, ACS is working to establish a zero-exclusion zone in Hackney. Our goal is to shift power from institutions to communities and change exclusionary practices in local schools by combining:
ACS Summer Play Scheme 2025 Register Now!
We're excited to announce the return of the African Community Summer Program! Our much-loved summer school is back in full swing for this summer. This vibrant program, running from 22nd July - 15th August is tailored for children aged 8 to 13 years.
Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4drP2hb
For children receiving free school meals please sign up here: https://bit.ly/4kAfTdu
Best You Can Be Mentoring Programme
🌟 Unlock Your Potential! Join Best You Can Be Mentoring Programme! 🌟
Calling All Young People in Hackney (Ages 9-18) and Mentors!
Are you a young person looking for guidance and support to reach your goals? Or perhaps you're an undergraduate, postgraduate, professional, or anyone passionate about empowering the next generation? The Best You Can Be Mentoring Programme could be for you!
Your Co-op Card Can Change Lives: Select ACS as Your Local Cause for 2023-2024
Until October 23, 2024, Co-op Members can aid the African Community School (ACS) by shopping at Co-op stores. This initiative supports the mental wellbeing of 20 marginalised Global Majority women facing complex challenges.
ACS offers educational activities and training in a safe space for those affected by poverty, social exclusion, and mental health issues. The program focuses on emotional wellbeing, social connections, and physical activity to enhance confidence, reduce stress, and improve mental health.
ACS Gains Propel Grant, Supported by The Mercers' Company
African Community School Gains Propel Grant, Supported by The Mercers' Company
Back & Support ACS through 2022-2023 Co-Op Local Community Fund
From now until to 23 October 2023, Co-op Members can choose to support ACS every time they shop at any Co-op store.
All the money raised will go towards providing free holiday creative activities, sports and healthy meals to children and young people aged 5 to 15 in the community.
How to sign up and support ACS?
Pre-requirement: You'll need to pay £1 to become a Co-op member and register for a card
1. Sign in to your online account online or through the Co-Op app.
ACS Saturday School Autumn 2022 Term Onwards
ACS Saturday School resumes on 10th September.
Find out more at: https://acschool.org.uk/saturday-school
Complete online registration form: https://acschool.org.uk/acs-saturday-school-registration-form
Saturday School July 2022 Newsletter
Dear Parents/Carer,
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for another successful year at the African Community School; it has been a good and enjoyable academic year with your dedicated parental support.
This letter is a REMINDER that Saturday School has come to the end of the summer term. There will be no Saturday School on the 30th July 2022; the last day will
be Saturday 23rd July 2022. Saturday School will resume on the 10th September 2022 at 10 am.
ACS involvement in Barnardo’s See, Hear, Respond programme
Barnardo’s See, Hear, Respond England, was a consortium of national and community-based charities and other partners, working together to assist vulnerable children, young people, and their families, that were adversely and disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the lockdown measures that were been implemented in response to the crisis.
ACS Online Saturday School Autumn 2021 Term Info & Saturday School Update
Dear All,
We hope you all have had a lovely summer.
ACS Online Saturday School for Year 4 - Year 11 (KS2 - KS4) resumes from October 2021 every Saturday between 10 AM - 3.30 PM, focusing on English, Science & Maths.
For more info and to register, please check: