As some of you may know, we have been working towards expanding the schools premises, including extra community space and artist studios. Despite the pandemic delaying the project, we are happy to say that this project is now going ahead!

The plan is to bring 1690 sqm of the disused garages out the back of the school into use, as space for community organisations, workshops, and artist studios. We define the project as a development of ‘civic space’, and as such we are focusing on accessibility for local people and community benefit. One third of the new space will be dedicated to community use, with a weekly programme of free activities. There will be a mix of community groups, local artisans, businesses and artists, creating both an art scene and a safe space for residents to engage with skills training, enterprise and community activity.

However, we do need help realising this project to its full potential. Due to the delays resulting from the pandemic we have had to strip back some of the scope of the project, and this is a real shame. If we can raise around £20 000 the space can be massively improved, we can sort out the lumpy floor, install interior insulation and generally make the space a nicer place to be. So, we are reaching out to everyone for help.

If you are able to, any donation big or small will lead to a huge benefit to us and all the users of LSoM:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/the-mosaic-arts-centre-fundraiser

Thank you in advance, and please share this link with family and friends, your continued support is what keeps the school going.