St Albans projects

The St Albans Raising Aspirations Project is for young people aged 11 to 17 who are home-schooled (elective home education) or not in formal education. It focuses on building interpersonal and teamwork skills, confidence and resilience. Through interactive workshops and activities, young people can explore topics such as managing their mental and physical wellbeing and setting goals for the future.

Every Monday during term time, 12-2pm

Pioneer Young People's Centre
Heathlands Drive
St Albans
AL3 5AY

Services for Young People youth councils for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 11 to 25 give young people opportunities to express their views on issues that are important to them. They also contribute to the improvement of services and opportunities for young people in their local communities and Hertfordshire.

Every Monday during term time, 6-8pm

Harpenden Young People's Centre
27 High Street
Harpenden
AL5 2RU

This Creative Spark Project is for young adults aged 18-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including those with social and emotional mental health (SEMH) needs. The focus is on developing independent living/life skills.

Young adults will get support from qualified SfYP youth workers, meet other young people with SEND in their area and learn skills to help them live more independently. SfYP Youth Workers also offer individualised support with emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, staying safe, nutrition and cooking, and managing money.

Every Monday during term time, 6-8pm

Harpenden Young People's Centre
27 High Street
Harpenden
AL5 2RU

Services for Young People Duke of Edinburgh's Award (DofE) projects are delivered by qualified Youth Workers and are specifically for young people who need additional support or would be less likely to access the DofE through traditional routes:

• Those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 14-24
• Young people missing from education aged 14-17
• Home educated young people aged 14-17
• Young people being supported by a social worker aged 14-17
  
  

Our Youth Workers create an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure all participants can benefit from the DofE experience, regardless of their background or abilities. By participating in a Services for Young People DofE project, young people will not only experience personal growth and develop new skills, but also make a meaningful impact in their local area.

Every Monday during term time, 6-8pm

Hemel Hempstead Young People’s Centre
First Floor XC Centre
Jarman Park
Hemel Hempstead
HP2 4JS

This Creative Spark Project is designed for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) aged 11 to 17, including those with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The focus is on developing communication and interpersonal skills, confidence and self-esteem in a safe and supportive environment.

Young people will get support from qualified SfYP youth workers, meet other young people with SEND in their area and learn skills to help them live more independently. SfYP Youth Workers also offer individualised support with emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, staying safe, nutrition and cooking, and managing money.

Every Tuesday during term time, 6-8pm

Harpenden Young People's Centre
27 High Street
Harpenden
AL5 2RU

St Albans Youth Council provides young people aged 11 to 17 with opportunities to have their voices heard. Members design and develop social action projects in their local communities, determining priorities, developing action plans, writing funding bids, and are involved in local decision making.

Members of the youth council work closely with the Youth Strategy Partnership Group (YSPG) which is a forum for local service providers, the voluntary and charity sector, and other key stakeholders to collaborate strategically and operationally. YSPGs work with young people in their area to identify their needs and promote, deliver, and evaluate services for young people in the district.

Every Wednesday during term time, 5-7m

Harpenden Young People's Centre
27 High Street
Harpenden
AL5 2RU

The Girls Allowed Project provides a safe space for young women aged 11 to 17 to grow confidence and resilience by developing life skills and discussing topics relevant to their lives. We address issues including body image, healthy relationships, stereotypes, and positive role models and offer sexual health advice.

Every Thursday during term time, 5-7pm

Pioneer Young People's Centre
Heathlands Drive
St Albans
AL3 5AY

The St Albans Positive Pathways projects help young people aged 11-17 stay safe, learn new skills and make informed decisions.

Qualified Services for Young People Youth Workers support young people at risk of exploitation, crime, antisocial behaviour or exclusion from their community. The project is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment in which young people can get help with navigating challenges and building positive futures.

Three Positive Pathways projects are currently running in the St Albans area every Friday during term time:

Pioneer Friday Night Project
Every Friday during term time, 6-8pm
at
Pioneer Young People's Centre
Heathlands Drive
St Albans, AL3 5AY

Harpenden Friday Night Project
Every Friday during term time, 6-8pm
at
Harpenden Young People's Centre
27 High Street
Harpenden
AL5 2RU

Cotton Mill Friday Night Project
Every Friday during term time, 6-8pm
at
Cottonmill Community & Cycle Centre
Old Oak
Cottonmill Lane
St Albans
AL1 2EF

The St Peters YouthZone Saturday Project is an exciting new project for all young people in the local area aged 11-17, up to 25 for care leavers and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). All young people in these age ranges are welcome to attend - no booking or referral is needed.

Through interactive workshops and fun activities, including music, dance, sports and creative arts, our qualified Youth Workers help young people to:

• Develop essential life skills including decision-making, communication, and conflict resolution
• Learn skills to improve their emotional wellbeing and build resilience
• Make informed choices and build healthy relationships
• Keep themselves safe from exploitation
• Increase their awareness of the consequences of substance misuse and anti-social behaviour
• Identify and achieve their aspirations
• Find out about opportunities in their local area, including other Services for Young People youth work projects such as youth councils, through which they can become active citizens and changemakers in their communities.

The young people attending are enabled to shape the content, delivery and development of the project at every stage.

Every Saturday during term time, 1-4pm

Pioneer Young Peoples Centre
Heathlands Drive
St Albans
AL3 5AY