Youth Projects
WSF Youth
We have lots of different activities happening for young people each week.
Monday Youth Club
15:30 till 18:00 term-time for ages 10-19
Youth Clubs are designed for young people to have fun, grow and then come together to eat and laugh before heading home. Ran for the young people, by the young people. This day will hope to promote togetherness and discovery.
We will empower the skills of the young people and source local specialists in to help elevate to standard of the sessions and keep things fresh. Structured and reliable with elements of progression as the term goes on. We may also run trips to partner organisations to allow for more activities that young people can take part in.
Wednesday Youth Space
15:30 till 17:00 for ages 8-12
18:00 till 21:00 for ages 11-19
Full day of guided free-flow fun for all the young people of WSF. Younger children between 8-12 will have access to Junior sessions and then young people aged 10 and over can join the later Senior sessions. Young people between 19 and 21 can also attend on an individual basis to for employability opportunities. Activities during youth space will be a relaxing and vibrant atmosphere where we'll host a variety of enjoyable activities with the potential to host workshops like CV writing and DJ sessions. We'll also offer regular trips for frequent attenders and those that are willing to help to plan them - giving ownership back to the young people.
Also watch out for our workshops and holiday activities. Follow us on instagram to find out more.
All our sessions are completely free of charge and everyone is welcome. You can simply turn up, and there is no need to register in advance.
If you’re a local young person (or their parent or carer) with a question about our youth project, please contact us by emailing youth@wsfroyaldocks.org
Our partners
We're proud to be commissioned by Newham Council as the lead organisation for the Royal Docks Youth Zone. Through this, we work with local organisations Caramel Rock and Fight for Peace to deliver a range of activities for young people throughout the Royal Docks.
We also work closely with Oasis Academy Silvertown, and our youth team deliver mentoring and clubs in school each week.
Britannia Village summer scheme
For three weeks every summer, we organise a popular holiday scheme in Britannia Village. It’s an exciting and varied programme that offers young people opportunities to connect, explore, learn and reach beyond their comfort zones. In previous years, around 300 young people have taken part.
Our programme typically runs for three weeks of the school holiday. Our team of young leaders will decide the details of the programme and we expect activities to include multi-sports, arts and crafts, performing arts, and topical workshops.
Applications for young leaders open in May each year, and sign ups for participants open in June.
Trips
We have regular trips outside the area, including day trips and residentials.
Our young people make the decisions on where we go. Past trips have included visits to an outdoor activity centre, trampoline park and go-karting. Ask at youth club for more information.
What you’re saying...
"Youth Club is a place you feel free to experience new activities and try new opportunities. A place you are able to bond with other people. And a place you are involved to achieve things you didn't know you could." – youth club member, 17 years old
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"Youth Club gives me a sense of belonging in this area I wouldn’t have without it. I've made so many good friends here.” – youth club member, 16 years old
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My confidence and aspirations have grown hugely since I started coming. The youth workers actually welcome you, value you, listen to you and want to involve you in everything" – youth club member, 16 years old
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"Youth club has helped me become more social – get out of the house (my comfort zone), meeting new people and making friends.” – youth club member, 15 years old
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“I have developed skills, experience and confidence (so much confidence!) That will help me for LIFE!!!" – youth club member, 15 years old
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"Youth Club has definitely helped me become a better person - it's helped me stay out of trouble at a time when others were getting into antisocial behaviour, dealing and fighting.” – youth club member, 16 years old
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“It’s given me family, friends, something to look forward to each week.” – youth club member, 18 years old
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"I have a better idea now than ever before of where I want to go and what I can achieve in life. It’s also amazing looking back to see everything I've come through.” – youth club member, 18 years old
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“Without the youth club, it’s hard to see what I would have ended up doing or where I would be right now" – youth club member, 16 years old
Need help?
No child or young person should ever feel unsafe or afraid to speak up about worries and concerns. Our youth team are ready to talk and support you in whatever way we can.
How we can help
On the phone: 07564859134
By email: karl@wsfroyaldocks.org
Form: We have paper forms that can be requested in our main office. Please speak to one of the team members.
Here are some links that you may find useful:
For information about drugs
For information about bullying
For information about relationships
For information about e-safety
We also offer mentoring in different forms, please speak to a member of the youth team to find out more.