Children's Area and Garden

Safe spaces, educational activities and a green garden for children of all ages.

The garden

A safe green space for the little ones

We believe a complete community centre must also have spaces designed for children. Our outdoor garden — over 300 sqm of fenced greenery — is a safe, well-kept and stimulating environment.

Children can play freely while parents attend prayers, courses or the help desk. The garden is supervised by trained volunteers whenever the centre is open.

In summer it becomes the heart of the centre: outdoor activities, creative workshops, reading under the trees and gardening with the children.

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300+ sqm
of fenced greenery
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2 – 12 years
age range served
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Supervised
trained volunteers
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Garden
educational plot included
Spaces and facilities

Everything children need

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Playground

Swings, stainless-steel slide, covered sandpit and spring rocker. All CE certified, maintained and regularly checked for safety.

Multi-sport Field

Small synthetic-grass field for five-a-side football, basketball and team games. Ideal for children aged 6 and up.

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Educational Vegetable Garden

A child-sized vegetable garden where the little ones learn to plant, water and harvest vegetables. Each group of children has its own plot.

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Gazebo and Shade

Wooden gazebo with low tables and children's chairs. Ideal for crafts, reading and outdoor social time.

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Flower Beds

Well-kept flower beds with flowers and aromatic plants. Children learn the names of the plants in Italian and Arabic thanks to educational labels.

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Drinking Fountain and Toilet

Low-height drinking fountain for children and a dedicated toilet next to the playground, for hygiene and convenience.

Activities

Weekly programme

Besides the free-play areas, every week we organise structured activities designed to stimulate creativity, learning and socialisation in children.

Creative workshop

6–12 years
🕐 Thursday 16:30

Drawing, painting, origami and small handicrafts inspired by the Islamic tradition.

Reading in the garden

4–8 years
🕐 Saturday 10:00

Animated storytelling in Italian and Arabic, with characters from the Islamic world.

Children's vegetable garden

5–12 years
🕐 Saturday 11:00

Caring for the educational garden: sowing, watering, harvesting. You take home what you grow!

Team games

8–14 years
🕐 Saturday afternoon

Five-a-side football, basketball and traditional games. Supervised by volunteer educators.

Summer at the centre

all ages
🕐 July – August

Summer programme with daily activities, outings and workshops. Information in June.

Safety

Safety first

Children's safety is our absolute priority. Here are the measures we take:

  • Perimeter fencing The garden is completely fenced, with a gate whose access is controlled by the volunteers.
  • Certified volunteers All volunteers working with children have attended a paediatric first-aid course.
  • Certified equipment The play equipment is EN 1176 certified and inspected every three months by an external technician.
  • Attendance register Every child is registered on arrival. Minors can only be picked up by their parents or an authorised adult.
  • No allergy overlooked Parents are informed about every activity involving food. The staff is trained to handle allergic emergencies.

Pre-registration is required for scheduled activities. Talk to us at the centre or contact us for information.

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Mothers' group

Mothers' Group — Every Friday morning

Every Friday morning, while the children play in the garden, the mothers meet for a moment of sharing, mutual support and crafts.

The group is coordinated by Fatima Benali, vice-president of the centre, and welcomes mothers of all nationalities. Italian is spoken — it is also an informal way to practise the language!

  • When Every Friday 10:00–12:00
  • Children Supervised in the garden by dedicated volunteers
  • Activities Sewing, crochet, tea and conversation. Sometimes expert guests (nutritionist, paediatrician, etc.)
  • Entry Free of charge, no booking needed
Information about the group