September 2025 Newsletter

Welcome to the Young Greenwich Newsletter, where you will find information about what we have been up to this last term, what support is available, and what to look forward to.

What's been happening

It has been a busy summer at Young Greenwich. Schools are out, but the fun doesn't stop for our young people and staff. Please take a look below at some of the highlights of what we have been up to.

CACT Young Greenwich's

Community Fun Day

CACT Young Greenwich was pleased to host a successful, inaugural Community Fun Day that took place on Saturday, 12th July 2025. The event was a celebration of Young Greenwich, bringing together local communities, members of our youth hubs and their families for a fun-filled day of activities.

The day aimed to promote Young Greenwich services to children, young people and families who did not yet know about Young Greenwich and all the services we have available. Those who are aware of our services had an opportunity to meet our partners and other service users whilst learning about other services we have on offer to them in the Royal Borough of Greenwich under the Young Greenwich umbrella.

To read more, click here.

On Thursday, 1st July, we had an amazing day out at Adventure Island in Southend, with our young people and staff from all 4 of our youth hubs around the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Bringing these communities together, making a long-lasting impact, enjoying the day on the beach, in the sea and on all the rides in the theme park.

Another successful year of Summer Academy, delivering a variety of workshops during the summer holidays to allow young people to explore and develop skills in workshops they may never have had the opportunity to take part in before.

Our largest sign-up to date, and thank you to everyone who made this happen, and we look forward to bigger opportunities in the future.

45 young people from our Young Greenwich hubs went on a 3-day, 2-night residential trip to PGL in Swindon at the start of August 2025.

Being away from home, stepping out of their comfort zones and creating great memories to complete their summer holidays before the new school year started.

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In August, our young people undertook the challenge of earning their Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award.

From long hikes and map reading to teamwork and resilience, they pushed themselves out of their comfort zones and achieved something amazing.

We're so proud of their determination, laughter and the way they supported each other every step of the way.

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Partner story

JK Performing Arts is proud to report the successful delivery of our recent programme in preparation for our big summer showcase, You Can’t Stop the Beat. Over the course of the project, we have engaged 52 children in a total of 50 high-quality sessions across acting, musical theatre, dance, and LAMDA classes. These sessions have not only helped the children prepare for a live performance but also supported their personal and social development in a fun and inclusive environment.

A key focus of this programme has been inclusion and accessibility. We were delighted to work with 13 children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), all of whom have made significant progress. Through tailored support and a nurturing approach, these children have grown in confidence and demonstrated major improvements in communication, self-expression, and participation.

Across the sessions, children have developed a wide range of valuable life skills. These include teamwork, staying active and healthy through regular dance and movement, building friendships, and developing self-confidence both on and off stage. The inclusive and supportive atmosphere has enabled every child to feel valued and capable, regardless of ability or experience.

The programme culminated in a vibrant live performance of You Can’t Stop the Beat, held at The Bob Hope Theatre. The show was attended by 203 members of the local community, including families, friends, and supporters. The energy, talent, and hard work displayed by all the children were met with overwhelming praise from the audience, many of whom expressed how deeply moved and impressed they were by the performances.

This project has not only delivered a high-quality artistic experience for participants and audiences but also fostered lasting memories, community connection, and personal growth for all involved. We are incredibly proud of what our young performers have achieved and are so grateful for the continued support of our local community.

We would like to thank Young Greenwich for supporting this project, as it has really allowed us to concentrate on the children and give them the very best experience.

What's on

OUR PARTNER SESSIONS

Although summer holidays are over, we still have loads of fun and exciting opportunities for young people to take part in. Check out our website for more information about the different services and opportunities we offer at Young Greenwich.

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YOUTH HUB SESSIONS

Please see in image above, updated Youth Hub session times for all of our hubs at Young Greenwich.

For more information, please email yg@cact.org.uk