Primary school tours, games and stories at the Multilingual Library, Gateshead (flexible dates in March 2026)
North East primary schools can enjoy a FREE 2-hour session at the Kittiwake Multilingual Library in Gateshead, with flexible bookings throughout March.
Children will have a library tour, with games, quizzes and stories using our many books, in many languages.
A wonderful way to celebrate diverse cultures, languages and backgrounds in the region and around the world and to get to know what the Multilingual Library has to offer.
Registration required.
Who is it for?
- The event is open to primary school children and their teachers from schools in Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, Sunderland, Durham and Gateshead
- Groups of up to 10 children (maximum) with 2 teachers (minimum)
When will it happen?
- Schools can book at 2 hour session in March, depending on the schools’ preferences and availability at the Multilingual Library
- Places will be booked directly with the Multilingual Library to manage visitor groups and ensure safeguarding procedures.
What is the activity?
The Multilingual Library is an independent library and a Library of Sanctuary, run by the Kittiwake Trust. It is a welcoming community space and has over 140 languages and dialects represented and around 22,000 books.
During the two-hour session at the Multilingual Library, children will have a tour of the library, followed by activities. These will include storytelling sessions, quizzes and games, utilising the many books in many different languages available at the library.
The sessions will provide fun and engaging experiences for primary school children, supported by staff and volunteers at the Multilingual Library.
Groups of up to 10 children with 2 teachers (minimum) per school can be accommodated and schools are welcome to come more than once. Teachers are welcome to visit the Multilingual Library in advance of their visit.
How do I get involved?
Registration is required. To book a session for up to 10 pupil places for your North East primary school, please email: kittiwake@multilinguallibrary.org.uk and include ‘Festival of Languages’ in the subject line and state:
- the name of your school/organisation and address
- lead contact and email
- the age and number of children who you would like to attend
- your preference of dates for your 2-hour session. We will try to accommodate your preference.
- Please let us know if any of your children have mobility issues or other health issues when you book.
Confirmation emails will be sent to those who have places.
All activities will take place at Kittiwake Trust Multilingual Library, High West Street (formerly The Gloucester) Gateshead NE8 1EJ. To find us, look for the Kittiwake Trust Multilingual Library Gateshead on Google maps. We have our own car park at the top of Ann Street and can accommodate buses and minibuses.
Further information and links?
- Click here to find out more about the Kittiwake Trust and the Multilingual Library and details about events and activities at the Library.
Who is organising this?
The sessions are being delivered and hosted by the Kittiwake Trust Multilingual Library in Gateshead
- Contact: Amina Marix Evans
- Email: kittiwake@multilinguallibrary.org.uk
