Community Service Activity - Holt Youth Project

Holt Young Carers is an important part of the work of the Holt Youth Project, providing respite time for young people who find themselves in a caring role within their home environment.  Our students develop skills and emotional intelligence while helping with activities for young people in the community who have particularly challenging circumstances.

Aims

To provide support to young carers who find themselves in a caring role within their home environment and to the young of Holt and North Norfolk who benefit enormously from the work of the Holt Youth Project.

Background

Strong links developed during the construction of the Holt Youth Project building and the launch of the community project.  It has continued through student contact and use of school facilities and vehicles.  Our association with the Holt Youth Project has been ongoing since 2004.

Resources

A member of staff to run the student service group and maintain awareness of both the Holt Youth Project and Holt Young Carers in the Gresham's community.  Availability of school resources.  Several staff, both teaching and non teaching, are involved in delivering this initiative.

Impact

Students develop skills and emotional intelligence while helping with activities for young people from the local community who have particularly challenging family circumstances.

Pupil Involvement

At least five L6 pupils every year.

Frequency

Once a week during term time.  This project is ongoing.