We were delighted to go and visit a brand new bikeability session in action at Bayton CofE Primary School this week. This is the result of a Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant enabling the school to purchase new balance bikes for the children. Laura Paske, head teacher at Bayton CofE Primary School, noticed an … Continue reading “Balance Bikes Boost Kids’ Confidence”
Chadsgrove School is a special school situated in Catshill, north Bromsgrove which caters for pupils aged 2–19 years whose special educational needs arise from their physical disability or a complex health need. The school recently applied for a grant from Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Team to support with after school and holiday wellbeing clubs and play schemes. The … Continue reading “Wellbeing Project will have lasting impact on students”
In Worcestershire, a local boxing club has been making a significant impact on the lives of young people, thanks to the support of Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health funding. The club’s programs have helped individuals turn their lives around and achieve remarkable outcomes. Pete Martin, owner of Redditch Self Defence Association, is working with young … Continue reading “Knockout success: Transforming young people’s lives”
A brand-new wellbeing garden has officially opened at a primary school in Wolverley in Kidderminster. Wolverley Seabright Primary Academy has transformed an unused corner of the site into a relaxing play area, complete with a gazebo, picnic benches, spring flowering bulbs and landscaping. The wellbeing space is open to children throughout the day, and parents … Continue reading “Wellbeing Garden Blooms at Wolverley School”
ARCH (Active Redditch Community Hub) accessed a Worcestershire County Council and West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Youth Innovation Grant to get more young people involved in sports, recognising that sport is a way to connect, develop personal skills, and stay active. Nearly 100 children and young people took part weekly sporting activities including … Continue reading “ARCH Empowers Youth Through Sport”
The Chantry School recently concluded an innovative project aimed at enhancing student wellbeing and aspirations through theatre and film. Funded by a small grant (jointly from Worcestershire County Council Public Health and the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner), the initiative saw students collaborate with local theatre company, Hold the Door and filmmaker, Tiger Productions … Continue reading “School Arts Project Tackles Social Issues”
The Ourside Youth Association has created a cosy space, called The Den, for young people at their Youth Centre in Evesham. The youth group accessed a small Public Health microgrant to refurbish a room, which has become a sanctuary for many. The space features comfortable bean bags, calming teddies, and artwork created by those who … Continue reading “Youth Sanctuary Created”
In September 2022, Worcestershire’s Health and Wellbeing Board launched its Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2022 to 2032, Being Well in Worcestershire. The Strategy sets out a vision and key priorities for our partnership work to help improve the health and wellbeing of our population and reduce inequalities over the next 10 years. Read more … Continue reading “Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy Update: A Community-led Approach”
Bishop Perowne CofE High School in Worcester is doing a great job supporting students’ mental health with one-on-one specialist help. The school has accessed a Public Health Innovation Grant to tackle mental wellbeing issues that could affect students’ education and future careers. By combining this support with their existing SEND and pastoral services, they aim … Continue reading “Supporting Students’ Mental Health Together”
Lewis, who lives in Droitwich, has been supported to start up a bike repair project on the Westlands estate. The Droitwich Wellbeing Hub supports people with their mental health and wellbeing, and welcomes people of all ages from the Droitwich Community. The team has worked with Lewis to bring his idea to life, as part … Continue reading “Lewis’s Bike Repair Dream Realised”
