This is an invitation to bring your class to an Idea Store or library.

The Purpose of a Class Visit

A class visit is an opportunity to join the Idea Store and find out what is on offer so that the child will be motivated to return out of school hours with their family. The aim is to encourage independent use and ensure the child is confident to use the service without a teacher.

At present we have three workshops which give children the opportunity to learn about Idea Store services and resources.

Each workshop lasts between 45 minutes to an hour.

What We Offer 

• A choice of three fun workshops focusing on information skills or developing a love of reading
• Enthusiastic staff
• The opportunity for children to learn in a community setting
• A chance for children to learn or reinforce the skills that will encourage lifelong learning
• The first opportunity some children will have to visit an Idea Store of public library
• The potential for children to introduce the rest of their family to Idea Store services
• Support for developing literacy.

How To Arrange A Class Visit

If you would like to book a workshop for your class, contact your nearest Idea Store or library to arrange a time and a delivery of Idea Store membership forms for your class to complete before the visit.

• Idea Store Bow Sultana Miah on 020 7364 5776
• Idea Store Canary Wharf Neal Smith on 020 7364 1262
• Idea Store Chrisp Street Rashida Begum on 020 7364 1506
• Idea Store Whitechapel Madeleine Fogelman on 020 7364 1732
• Bethnal Green Library Liza McCarthy or Nicola Martindill on 020 8980 3902
• Cubitt Town Library Stephanie Audhali on 020 7987 3152
• Watney Market Library Mary Smith or Claire Harris on 020 7790 4039

For further information contact:

Karen Robinson
Children and Young People’s Officer Idea Stores
Tel: 020 7364 5096  
Email: karen.robinson@towerhamlets.gov.uk