This Summer, Severn Arts delivered a series of creative workshops at Westlands Community Centre, offering young people aged 8 to 13 a chance to explore visual arts, music and clay in a supportive and inclusive environment. The programme was shaped by consultation with local children and designed to meet a wide range of needs, including … Continue reading “Getting creative in Westlands!”
A new youth club in Batchley, Redditch is making a real difference to the lives of local young people. Delivered by youth organisation Redditch United in the Community, the project offers a safe, welcoming space for 10–14 year olds to enjoy free hot meals, take part in sports and creative activities, and build positive relationships. … Continue reading “Youth Club Sparks Change in Batchley”
Norton Juxta Kempsey CE Primary School (NJK) has taken a transformative step in enhancing children’s wellbeing by launching a new OPAL Play programme—an initiative shaped directly by the voices of its pupils. OPAL, which stands for Outdoor Play and Learning, is a nationally recognised programme that helps schools embed high-quality play into the school day. … Continue reading “Investing in Play for Wellbeing”
Two vibrant new murals have transformed the Tolladine Road Youth Justice Centre in Worcester, thanks to a co-creation project led by artist Dermot Clarke, in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, West Mercia Youth Justice Service and Severn Arts. The initiative brought together over 50 young people, many of whom have had contact with the justice … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Murals of hope at Youth Justice Centre”
Youth teams from Worcester Community Trust have delivered impactful sessions and events with young people at community centres in Worcester, diving into themes of masculinity, identity, and what it really means to have healthy relationships. This work couldn’t be timelier. With controversial influencers dominating social media feeds and shows like Adolescence putting gender dynamics under … Continue reading “Masculinity and healthy relationships training”
A new eco-friendly trim trail installed at Eckington First School is fostering wellbeing, friendships and community spirit for the children. Senior Mental Health Lead at Eckington First School, Louise Bishop, said: “Thanks to funding from a Public Health wellbeing grant, we installed an eco-friendly trim trail to promote daily physical activity, coordination, strength, and social … Continue reading “Supporting wellbeing through play”
On June 22nd, 16 young people from Woodrush Youth and Community Centre took part in the Fun Run at Wythall Park. Fourteen completed the 5k run, while two took on the important role of filming the event. Thanks to funding from a Public Health grant the centre was able to run a filmmaking workshop before … Continue reading “Finessing filming skills at fun run!”
Bellbroughton Primary School in Bromsgrove has opened a brand-new sensory room, designed to support the mental health and emotional wellbeing of its pupils. This calming, inclusive space is the result of a collaborative effort between the school council, staff, and a Worcestershire Public Health Grant. The sensory room is filled with carefully chosen items that … Continue reading “Peaceful space promotes pupil wellbeing”
In an innovative move to encourage physical activity among students, Hanley Castle High School and Sixth Form in Worcester has launched a new Archery Tag program! The new after-school club aims to inspire young people to engage in a fresh and dynamic form of exercise that blends teamwork, strategy, and agility. Archery Tag is a … Continue reading “Archery Tag is a real winner!”
This Summer the School Games events are back across Worcestershire, supporting young people who may be struggling in traditional school environments to come together and try new types of physical activity they wouldn’t usually have access to. The most recent event was held at Abbey Stadium in Redditch for boys from Years 9 to 11 … Continue reading “School games back for another year!”
