Note to publisher : 16.6.2026 submission Our students discovered so many free opportunities, including computer access, books in English and their first language 📖🌍, and groups and activities where they can meet new people 🤝😊. Many were amazed by how much the library can offer to help them learn, grow, and build confidence. 🌟 The highlight? Receiving their very first library cards! 🎉💳 If you're a beginner English speaker and want to improve your IT skills, our ESOL for

With everyone watching the pennies, preparing the daily lunch boxes can dent your wallet. If your child has not been automatically enrolled by the Council, could your child be entitled to free school meals? There are many benefits including, saving more than £450 a year per child, saving the time and hassle of shopping for and preparing packed lunches and knowing your child is getting a healthy, tasty cooked meal that can mean they achieve more on a full stomach. You could

The St Francis Employability Employment team receiving their training to keep them up to date with the latest Safeguarding procedures at St Francis Employability. Team training like this is essential to make sure we maintain a high quality of service for our clients in line with current Government legislation, it's also great for team moral and sharing ideas for how to offer support to each other and the clients in difficult situations. #StFrancisEmployability #TeamTraining #

Ever wondered what a day in the life of an ESOL tutor is like? Here's a little peek behind the scenes! 🔎What's on your desk? 🍌 Bananas – A quick energy boost to keep me going through busy teaching days. 📎 Stapler – There's always another worksheet to prepare! It keeps everything organised and ready for class. 🎧 Headphones – My little space for motivation and creativity while planning lessons. 💻 Computer – Probably my most important teaching tool. I love creating lessons

At St Francis Employability, rather than giving our learners the answers, we use puzzles, games and problem-solving activities to help them discover the language for themselves. This builds confidence, strengthens memory and makes learning much more rewarding. Today we've got a parts of the face anagram challenge! 👀 How many words can you find? Which one was the trickiest? Can you use one of the words in a sentence? Pop your answers in the comments - we'd love to see how you

If you are a cyclist and your bike needs a bit of care then why not come to St Francis Employability to meet with Dr Bike who will be providing FREE bicycle checks and small repairs such as brake and gear adjustments, puncture repair, tyre inflation and general safety checks. There is no need to book an appointment just pop along with your bike to St Francis Employability, Links Road, Coventry, CV6 3DQ between 9:30am and 1:30pm on the dates shown on the poster.

Support for Our Community Cafe Our community café provides free breakfast and lunch every weekday to those in need, ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. How Donations Help Every contribution helps us cover the costs of ingredients, supplies, and operational expenses. With your support, we can continue to serve nutritious meals, foster a sense of community, and promote well-being among our neighbours. Join Us in Making a Difference Your donations not only feed bo

A heartfelt thanks to the staff at Lloyd's Bank Coventry branch for organising a food collection to support our efforts in assisting the community in need in Coventry during these challenging economic times. Their donations will be shared between our social supermarket and community café in the upcoming weeks. If you're interested in starting your own food drive to support the St Francis Employability community, please contact us.

School Holidays are costly and then you have to find the money for school uniforms. Our friends at Clothing Coventry can help. They are holding a free preloved school uniform (also 6th form/business wear) event that could help with the costs. Click below for the link to book your appointment for their 3 week event. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL If you need help to book your appointment, please call 07387 66 83 22 for assistance.

Looking for work... In work and want to know more... Want to develop your workplace skills and knowledge... Then this could be the course for you!! Our Steps to Success course takes place each week and covers topics such as AI in the workplace, workers rights, mental wellbeing and ends with a professional mock interview! The next Steps 2 Success course starts on Tuesday 21st July, if you would like more information please contact David via the details on the poster. #StFranci

🛒Can you name these items? Write the names in the comments. 🍎 1. __________🍌 2. __________🥚 4. __________ ⭐ Extra Challenge: Write one sentence using "I like..." or "I don't like..." Example:✅ I like apples.✅ I don't like eggs. 💬 Share your answers in the comments and practise your English with us! #ESOL #LearnEnglish #EnglishPractice #EnglishForEveryone #Coventry #stfrancisemployability

What is a Social Supermarket? A social supermarket is designed to provide affordable food and essential items to individuals and families in need, while also promoting social inclusion and community support. These supermarkets typically operate on a membership basis, where customers are often required to demonstrate low income or financial hardship to access the services. Key Features of our Social Supermarket Affordable Pricing: Just £7.00 per week for your weeks worth of s

What a fantastic day! 🎉 Today, we had the pleasure of taking our clients to Coventry Building Society, where they experienced realistic mock interviews and received valuable, personalised feedback to help them prepare for future job opportunities. A huge thank you to Lynne and the entire Coventry Building Society team for your exceptional hospitality and such a warm welcome. Your generosity, professionalism, and willingness to share your expertise made the experience truly m

If you are unable to attend our group Budgeting Sessions on the first 2 Wednesdays of the month, we can offer you an individual budgeting appointment. The appointment will be confidential, non-judgmental and tailored to how you are managing your money with the aim to improve your financial confidence so you are more financially capable. During the appointment we can help you to prepare your own budget, checking that you are maximising your income, making any eligible benefit

It was amazing to see so many people come together to celebrate our diverse community. I felt proud to live in Coventry and to be part of Saint Francis Employability. ❤️ I am constantly inspired by our students who step out of their comfort zones to attend, practise their English, and create opportunities for themselves. Their courage inspired me to do the same, and I was delighted to share a little piano performance. 🎹 A huge thank you to our students, volunteers, charities

When she first arrived in the UK, she was keen to meet new people, gain experience, and get involved in her new community. After visiting St Francis Employability with Chat Central (Voluntary Action, Coventry), she was inspired by the support on offer and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. So it did not take long before she wanted to become part of the team. Now, as she approaches her one-year anniversary volunteering with us, Kandi continues to bring a smile, joy and warmth to

Today, we had the privilege of welcoming a special guest to St Francis Employability to talk about the fantastic work of RE(YOU)S CIC and their innovative EX(CHANGE) project. Our clients learned how the project helps people access and exchange household items, reduce waste, save money, and contribute to a more sustainable community. We also explored opportunities to get involved through volunteering, repair initiatives, and community activities. A huge thank you to Natasha fo

Thank you to everyone who made the family fun day for refugee week 2026 a huge success, estimates are over 300 people attended the event that saw organisations from across Coventry come together to put on activities, information stands and live performances of music, dance and poetry all in celebration of Coventry's Diversity during refugee week. St Francis Employability were there with staff members Kallif, Aggie and David along with some of our fantastic volunteers to run o

Do you have household items you no longer need? Or are you looking for items for your home without the cost of buying new? Join us for a free community event delivered in partnership with RE(YOU)S CIC, where you can find out more about EX(CHANGE) – an innovative way to access and exchange household items, helping local people save money, reduce waste, and support a more sustainable community. You will also have the opportunity to learn about practical repair skills, volunteer