How Can We Help?
Find answers to the most common questions about our programmes, locations, volunteering opportunities and community activities.
General Questions
Q: What is Tower Hamlets Education Booster (THEB)? A: Tower Hamlets
Education Booster is a community-focused organisation established in 2014 that
provides education, mentoring, employability support, holiday programmes and personal development opportunities for young people and families across Tower Hamlets.
Q: How long has THEB been operating? A: THEB was established in 2014 and hassupported over 5,000 young people and families across the borough.
Q: What age groups do you support? A: We support young people from Year 2 through to Year 11, as well as older students and local residents through our employability and community programmes.
Education Booster Questions
Q: What subjects do you offer? A: We provide support in:
English
Maths
Science
We also offer SATs and GCSE revision support.
Q: Where do lessons take place? A: Programmes are delivered across our Idea Store
locations:
Canary Wharf Idea Store
Whitechapel Idea Store
Bow Idea Store
Chrisp Street Idea Store
Watney Market Idea Store
Q: Do you offer SATs support? A: Yes. We provide targeted support for Year 6 SATs preparation, including exam techniques, confidence building and revision strategies.
Q: Do you offer GCSE support? A: Yes. We provide GCSE revision and exam preparation support in core subjects including English, Maths and Science.
Employment Booster Questions
Q: What is Employment Booster? A: Employment Booster helps young people and local residents develop employability skills, gain experience and accesscareer opportunities.
Q: What support is available? A: Support may include:
CV Writing
Interview Preparation
Career Guidance
Work Experience
Employability Workshops Apprenticeship Support
Q: How many people have you helped into employment? A: THEB has supported over 250 people into employment, training and career opportunities.
Holiday Programme Questions
Q: What are Leap Ahead Programmes? A: Leap Ahead Programmes are our
Easter, Summer and Winter holiday programmes that combine education, enrichment,
sports, healthy living and personal development activities.
Q: Are holiday programmes popular? A: Yes. Our holiday programmes regularly attract
strong demand and have become a valued part of the local community.
Volunteering Questions
Q: Can I volunteer with THEB? A: Yes. We welcome volunteers from a wide
range of backgrounds who are passionate about supporting young people and
communities.
Q: What volunteering opportunities are available? A: Opportunities may include:
Mentoring
Classroom SupportCareers Guidance
Community Events
Holiday Programmes
Administrative Support
Partnership Questions
Q: Can organisations partner with THEB? A: Yes. We work with schools,
employers, housing associations, community organisations, local authorities and
businesses to create opportunities for young people and families.
Q: What types of partnerships do you offer? A: Partnerships may include:
Careers Workshops
Work Experience Opportunities
Mentoring
Community Projects
Volunteering
Employability Support
Telephone:
07848 388800
Email:
Info@towerhamletseb.com
Alternative Email:
Towerhamlets.ef@gmail.com
Website:
www.towerhamletseb.com