Scheme to develop early childhood literacy in Hastings is having an impact

A fun new programme designed to develop early literacy among children in Hastings has seen youngsters visit libraries and take part in creative events since it launched in January.
By The Newsroom
Published 26th Apr 2019, 17:57 BST
Updated 26th Apr 2019, 18:03 BST
Reading signs in the parkReading signs in the park
Reading signs in the park

REAL Creative (Raise Early Achievement in Literacy) supports parents and children at eight early years organisations in the town to work together to develop early literacy.

The programme includes two home visits, a library visit and a series of creative events, delivered in partnership with cultural venues including Hastings Museum, De La Warr Pavilion and the Jerwood.

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Participating organisations have already visited the library and taken part in events – with Christchurch and FSN’s St Nicks visiting Alexandra Park and Artemis nurseries visiting Hastings Museum.