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Find out what opportunities there are to get involved in your local community. If you'd like to share some news or would like to advertise an opportunity on this page please let us know by emailing - communityresilience@coventry.gov.uk



Coventry Independent School Appeals – volunteers needed

Do you like to make a difference? Are you a decision maker? Have you got six days a year to spare?

If so, why not consider giving some of your time to hearing School Admission Appeals?

Parents / guardians are entitled to identify the school they wish their child to attend. If they are unsuccessful in obtaining a place at their preferred school, they can lodge an appeal in respect of that refusal. That appeal is submitted to an Independent Appeal Panel for determination.

Anyone can be a panel member, except for current employees or elected councillors of Coventry City Council. However, you would not be able to hear appeals for a specific school if you are employed by, are a governor of, or have a connection to that school which would make it hard to be impartial.

We want our panels to reflect Coventry’s communities and wish to increase the diversity of our panel members.

Full training is provided.

See further information and an application form


Community Interpreting Courses

Do you have an interest in working with Different Language Groups?

Do you want to help others to be Understood in English?

Do you want to learn about the role of a community Interpreter?


Adult Education have new courses starting in 2025/26

Preparation for Level 1
Award in Understanding Community Interpreting
– Study Skills course, 5 weeks x 2 hours , Fridays
21 November 2025 to 19 December 2025

Ascentis Level 1 Award
in Understanding Community Interpreting
22 weeks x 2.5 hours, Fridays
9.15am - 11.45am, 9 January 2026 to 3 July 2026

Certificate in Preparing for the Community LEVEL 2
Interpreting Role
33 weeks x 5 hours, Mondays and Thursdays
9.15am - 11.45am, 29 September 2025 to 2 July 2026

Courses held at Southfields Old School, CV15EJ

Enrolments 19 September 25 at Southfields Old School, Hillfields, Coventry, CV1 5EJ.

Please ring 024 7697 5200 or email
elisabeth.campbell@coventry.gov.uk for further details




Sahil Project Brings Movement and Connection to Foleshill Residents

Sahil recognising the positive impact being physically active could bring to their clients, they successfully applied to the Sport England Movement Fund, which has enabled them to introduce a regular schedule of seated exercise classes throughout the week in several venues. They found the application process straightforward and were delighted when they found out they had secured the funds.

They recognised the challenges some people face in terms of their physical and mental health. The new local exercise classes provide people with a reason to leave their homes, go outside, and socialise.

Dr Koll said “At Sahil, we see every day how culture, language and isolation can prevent people from accessing even the most basic forms of support. These sessions are not just about movement they are about belonging. They offer a safe space where people from different communities come together, feel heard, and rediscover the confidence to live well. That’s the real impact of this project.”

Sahil is fully inclusive, welcoming everyone to their sessions irrespective of their faith or cultural background. Most clients are 55 plus and enjoy a range of different activities.

Chair based exercise sessions take place :11 – 12 Tuesdays Weekly at Paul Community Centre, Foleshill

10:30 to 11:30 Thursdays weekly at The Hindu Temple Society, Stoney Stanton Road

Further info on all activities is available on Sahil’s website https://www.sahilproject.co.uk/ Or for more information email info@sahilproject.co.uk Or telephone 024 7663 8754

Get Involved

Find out what opportunities there are to get involved in your local community. If you'd like to share some news or would like to advertise an opportunity on this page please let us know by emailing - communityresilience@coventry.gov.uk



Coventry Independent School Appeals – volunteers needed

Do you like to make a difference? Are you a decision maker? Have you got six days a year to spare?

If so, why not consider giving some of your time to hearing School Admission Appeals?

Parents / guardians are entitled to identify the school they wish their child to attend. If they are unsuccessful in obtaining a place at their preferred school, they can lodge an appeal in respect of that refusal. That appeal is submitted to an Independent Appeal Panel for determination.

Anyone can be a panel member, except for current employees or elected councillors of Coventry City Council. However, you would not be able to hear appeals for a specific school if you are employed by, are a governor of, or have a connection to that school which would make it hard to be impartial.

We want our panels to reflect Coventry’s communities and wish to increase the diversity of our panel members.

Full training is provided.

See further information and an application form


Community Interpreting Courses

Do you have an interest in working with Different Language Groups?

Do you want to help others to be Understood in English?

Do you want to learn about the role of a community Interpreter?


Adult Education have new courses starting in 2025/26

Preparation for Level 1
Award in Understanding Community Interpreting
– Study Skills course, 5 weeks x 2 hours , Fridays
21 November 2025 to 19 December 2025

Ascentis Level 1 Award
in Understanding Community Interpreting
22 weeks x 2.5 hours, Fridays
9.15am - 11.45am, 9 January 2026 to 3 July 2026

Certificate in Preparing for the Community LEVEL 2
Interpreting Role
33 weeks x 5 hours, Mondays and Thursdays
9.15am - 11.45am, 29 September 2025 to 2 July 2026

Courses held at Southfields Old School, CV15EJ

Enrolments 19 September 25 at Southfields Old School, Hillfields, Coventry, CV1 5EJ.

Please ring 024 7697 5200 or email
elisabeth.campbell@coventry.gov.uk for further details




Sahil Project Brings Movement and Connection to Foleshill Residents

Sahil recognising the positive impact being physically active could bring to their clients, they successfully applied to the Sport England Movement Fund, which has enabled them to introduce a regular schedule of seated exercise classes throughout the week in several venues. They found the application process straightforward and were delighted when they found out they had secured the funds.

They recognised the challenges some people face in terms of their physical and mental health. The new local exercise classes provide people with a reason to leave their homes, go outside, and socialise.

Dr Koll said “At Sahil, we see every day how culture, language and isolation can prevent people from accessing even the most basic forms of support. These sessions are not just about movement they are about belonging. They offer a safe space where people from different communities come together, feel heard, and rediscover the confidence to live well. That’s the real impact of this project.”

Sahil is fully inclusive, welcoming everyone to their sessions irrespective of their faith or cultural background. Most clients are 55 plus and enjoy a range of different activities.

Chair based exercise sessions take place :11 – 12 Tuesdays Weekly at Paul Community Centre, Foleshill

10:30 to 11:30 Thursdays weekly at The Hindu Temple Society, Stoney Stanton Road

Further info on all activities is available on Sahil’s website https://www.sahilproject.co.uk/ Or for more information email info@sahilproject.co.uk Or telephone 024 7663 8754

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    June Newsletter 2025

    12 days ago




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    3 months ago

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    February Newsletter 2025

    4 months ago


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