Youth Access Points
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Turn UP is about inspiring young people to take part and get involved. We have an exciting programme of workshops, courses, events and activities that give you the chance to try new things, learn new skills and meet new people. Have a look at our calendar and keep up to date on our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Information for families in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Family hubs are for all families with children and young people from pregnancy up to 19 years and 25 with special education needs and disabilities SEND.
Our online family hub is here to support you whenever you need it, across a wide range of areas.
The BCP Council Short Breaks scheme is for families of children and young people, aged up to 19 years, with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.
We have lots of activities for children and young people during early evenings (including football coaching, street dance and youth clubs for different age groups) during term time.
We also run special events and activities during school holidays.
Broadstone Youth Centre is open to young people to meet up with friends relax at the coffee bar or get involved in a wide range of activities.
At AIMCommunity, we empower young people in Dorset through creative arts andmentoring, offering programs that foster personal growth, enhance learning skills,and promote well-being.
Diverse Abilities is Dorset’s disability charity supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the county since 1955
As the need of young people in Dorset changes, Dorset Youth is evolving to meet these needs.
1st Burton Girls’ Brigade is ideal for girls who enjoy craft, games, singing, stories, cooking and much more. In addition to the fun we have on a Monday evening we also arrange extra trips and activities.
Funded & Free Global Summer Camps andTEFL Adventures
The National Trust Brownsea Island has joined forces with UP in BCP to bring you the UPskills Project. This incredible 6-week program offers a chance to gain valuable work experience and boost your skillset for the workplace. And the best part, there's a chance to secure a job after completing the course!
The Youth Club provides award schemes such as Dorset Awards and ASDAN Awards to help young people promote their skill and abilities to future employers, colleges and Grammar Schools and they are recognised certificates of achievement.
Helping you with information, advice, and support about Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Somerford ARC is a Community Centre focused on bringing the community together and providing opportunities to local residents.
Somerford Youth and Community Centre is run and managed by Christchurch Open Awards Centre (COAC).
We are an Evangelical/Charismatic Anglican Church in Poole on the South Coast.
The Point Cafe is a vibrant community hub run by dedicated young volunteers. It's more than just a place to enjoy delicious house-made cakes and quality beverages; it's a non-profit training facility with all proceeds supporting the cafe's mission. Your support helps maintain our welcoming space and empowers our volunteers.
Want to get involved or learn more? Please contact us, thepointcafe@bcpcouncil.gov.uk – we'd love to hear from you!
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Townsend Youth Club offers twice-weekly open-access sessions for young people aged 13-19 years on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6pm to 8.30pm.
The project aims to engage young people in meaningful activities in their own neighbourhood. Youth workers provide support on topics such as healthy relationships, emotional resilience and CV writing.
We can help you with anything that is holding you back or provide you with support in our Muscliff Youth Access Point.
We can help you with anything that is holding you back or provide you with support in our Poole Youth Access Point.
UP in Poole is now UP in BCP. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Local Authorities have merged and you can now access all services for young people, wherever you live in the BCP area, using this site. If what you are looking for isn’t listed, get in touch and we will add it to the site and get you the information that you need.
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