Ekota Academy invites the community to help shape an exciting new space at our Community Open Day coming January 2027
There is something exciting happening at Valence Library and we want you to be part of it!
After months of planning, preparation and hard work, Ekota is delighted to announce that our new modular community building has finally arrived at Valence Library in Dagenham.
This additional space represents an important step forward in our commitment to creating more opportunities for local residents, families, children and young people.
More Space, More Activities, More Opportunities
Valence Library is already a valued community hub, bringing people together through activities, learning and social connections. However, with the existing community room regularly in use, there has been limited space to introduce new programmes.
Our new building will help us change that. We are looking forward to developing a wider range of community activities, including:
- Children and young people: After school activities, homework clubs, educational support, mentoring and youth development.
- SEND children and families: Inclusive activities and opportunities for children and young people with additional needs.
- Women and parents: Women’s groups, mother and toddler sessions, wellbeing activities and opportunities to connect.
- Community learning and engagement: Workshops, skills development, family activities and community events.
- Older residents: Opportunities to connect, participate and enjoy activities alongside our existing community programmes.
Our ambition is to create a welcoming space where people of different ages, backgrounds and abilities can come together and feel part of their community.
Community Engagement Open Day
Once the final preparations and approvals are complete, we will be opening our doors for a special Community Engagement Open Day in January 2027.
This will be your opportunity to meet the Ekota team, explore the new building, discover what activities we are planning and, most importantly, tell us what you would like to see happening in your local community.
Whether you’re a parent, young person, older resident, local organisation or simply interested in getting involved, we’d love to welcome you.
Register Your Interest Today!
Our January Open Day date and time will be announced soon.
Register your interest using the link below, and we’ll contact you with the confirmed details and information about how to take part.
Register here (Button with link to go to https://forms.gle/JfZTudY8VyW7uCYT6)
Together, we can make this new community space something everyone can be proud of.
