A beautiful mural now stands proudly in Worcester city centre, designed and created by young people, to brighten up an area known for anti-social behaviour. The project, delivered by Worcester BID in partnership with Worcester Community Trust, Light Box and Worcestershire County Council, offered weekly creative sessions for 11 to 17‑year‑olds throughout the school holidays. … Continue reading “Wall of Hope sparks joy in Worcester city centre”
Stanley Road Primary School in Worcester has welcomed a new four‑legged member of staff. Penny, a fully trained dog mentor, is already making a positive difference to pupil wellbeing, confidence, and learning. Penny supports children across the school by helping to make learning fun, reducing stress, and offering a calming presence. She visits classrooms, encourages … Continue reading “Penny the dog mentor brings calm, confidence and joy to Worcester school”
Stourport is a town surrounded by water, with canals, basins and the River Severn running directly through it. During hot weather, many young people are drawn to the river to cool off, often without understanding the risks. Youth Direxions, which has delivered youth provision in the town for over 25 years, designed a dedicated water‑safety … Continue reading “Young people dive into water safety in Stourport”
Understanding and connection for parents with neurodivergent children A new robust peer support network for parents with neurodivergent children is helping families feel more supported and less alone. ARCOS, a Malvern‑based therapy charity supporting children and adults with additional needs, identified that many families with neuro‑divergent children were experiencing significant social isolation. With support from … Continue reading “Understanding and connection for parents with neurodivergent children”
Young people transform Evesham Youth Centre with new community mural A youth charity in Evesham has transformed its community centre with a vibrant new mural created by the young people who use it. Working with local artists, the group at Ourside Youth Centre took part in creative workshops exploring what the centre means to them. … Continue reading “Young people transform Ourside with new mural”
A haven for reading at Hanbury First School Hanbury CofE First School in Bromsgrove, used its Public Health community grant to turn an overlooked part of the playground into a dedicated quiet reading area and nurture space. The school wanted a place where children could step away from the noise of busy playtimes and enjoy … Continue reading “Hanbury’s haven for reading”
A youth project in Dines Green has successfully helped calm anti social behaviour and encouraged young people to engage with local services. A youth project in Dines Green has successfully helped calm anti social behaviour and encouraged young people to engage with local services. Delivered by the UP Foundation, in association with … Continue reading “Successful youth project in Dines Green”
In an innovative and unusual approach to promoting health and wellbeing, St Joseph’s Primary School in Malvern has transformed its outdoor space with a brand-new all year sledging slope and picnic area. Thanks to a Public Health Community Grant this unique project is giving pupils a fresh way to stay active, build confidence, and enjoy … Continue reading “Pupils slide into wellbeing!”
Young people at Vale of Evesham School are experiencing new opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive thanks to a Worcestershire County Council Public Health Community Grant. The school, which supports children and young people aged 4–19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, used the grant to purchase adapted balance bikes and expand their sessions, … Continue reading “Balance bikes improve skills and safety”
A new wellbeing enrichment project is now underway at Tudor Grange Academy in Redditch thanks to funding provided by a Public Health community wellbeing grant. Run every Thursday after school, the project offers pupils a choice of clubs designed to boost wellbeing, encourage positive behaviours, and help young people discover new passions. So far, 54 … Continue reading “After-school clubs inspire healthier futures”
