Home School Art Club w/ the Smiley Art Club

Please note our profile name has changed but we are still the same! The Smiley Art Club is part of House of Community CIC, a not-for-profit supporting creative and social projects in the local area.

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The Home School Art Club returns this January with a continued and evolving programme for home-educated children.

At The Smiley Art Club, we believe art should be accessible, playful, and pressure-free. Our sessions are designed to welcome a wide age range (approximately 5–12 years), while allowing each child to explore creativity at their own pace and ability level.

Rather than one-off workshops, the club offers a returning creative space where children can build skills over time, revisit ideas, and grow in confidence.

How the Sessions Work

Each session is set up as a calm, welcoming environment with different creative stations. Children are free to move between activities, follow their interests, and work at a level that feels right for them.

Alongside individual work, we also introduce group projects that develop across sessions — encouraging collaboration, continuity, and a sense of shared achievement.

These sessions are about process over perfection. Children are supported to experiment, take their time, and enjoy making — without pressure to “finish” or produce a certain outcome.

Practical Information

• Location: Pitsea TRA Community Hall (Shadwell / Limehouse)(Also known as Ogilvie Community Hall, part of the Pitsea Estate)
• Ages: 5–12 years (younger siblings welcome to be present with a parent - please let me know before)
• SEN-friendly: Please let us know in advance if your child has specific needs so we can support them. Parents or carers are required to stay to provide additional support where needed.
• Parents welcome to join the crafting!
• All materials provided
• When booking, you’re welcome to leave your child’s age so we can prepare the session accordingly
• DBS checked
• Sessions hosted by Mathilde
• Sessions usually run 1:15–2:45 pm
  

Instagram: @thesmileyartclub

Contact: hello@houseofcommunity.org

Gallery: https://houseofcommunity.org/thesmileyartclub/

Important Information:

All instructors have undergone DBS checks to ensure the safety and well-being of your children.

Some workshops are designed for specific age groups. Please check individual workshop descriptions for details.

Photography Policy: During our workshops, we often take pictures to share on our social media platforms and to help promote future events. We always take photos that do not show faces.

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Workshop Policies for The Smiley Art Club

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all our participants, please review our workshop policies:

Payment and Enrolment:

• Full Payment Required at Sign-Up: To secure your spot in our workshops, full payment is required at the time of registration. This helps us manage our sessions effectively and prepare the necessary materials for all participants.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

• Refunds for Cancellations Made More Than 1 Week in Advance: If you need to cancel your registration, please notify us at least one weeks before the session start date. We will provide a refund or offer you to move your ticket to another date.

• No Refunds for Cancellations Made Within 1 Week of the Start Date: Unfortunately, cancellations made within 1 week of the session start date are non-refundable. This policy helps us manage our resources and commitments to other participants. Please contact as soon as possible as we might be able to move your ticket to another date.

• Minimum Enrolment Requirement: If the enrolment for your session does not meet our minimum requirement, we will notify you one week prior to the session start date. In such cases, we will cancel the session and provide you with a full refund.

Missed Sessions:

• No Refunds or Transfers for Missed Sessions: Please note that we do not offer refunds or transfers to another session if you miss a workshop. We encourage you to ensure your availability for the full duration of the session when you sign up.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies, which are designed to ensure that all our workshops run smoothly and effectively. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.