HeadStart - Newham

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Last updated: 8 April 2020

Although we aren't running our groups in person at the moment, we are still here. We've got lots of ways you can keep yourself busy while you're at home. From online music courses to a five day dance challenge, you'll be busier than ever, promise. Take a look at what's on offer on our online resources page.
 

Youth practitioner contact info

Anthony - 07407 853835 - [email protected]

Dionne - 07780 924 023 - [email protected]
 

You can also speak to a member of our online team.

There's more info and advice on our coronavirus page for under 21s.

Find the latest information on coronavirus from  the NHS  and Gov.UK. 

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What we do

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HeadStart Newham is a young people’s mental health service.

We work closely with schools and the community to transform how young people view mental health. We help with building their confidence, emotional resilience & overall wellbeing.

 

Headstart Newham and Change Grow Live work together with specialist providers. They offer a variety of sports and creative arts workshops to Newham's children, specifically between the ages of 10 - 16. Experienced Youth Practitioners provide one-to-one throughout our courses.

Contact us

Get in touch to find out more about what we do and how you can get involved. Don't forget to follow us on social media to see what we're up to in the service and in the community.

Phone: 07404 853835 

Email: [email protected]

 

Webchat

The East London webchat is for young people under 25 looking for advice and info. If you're a professional or a parent looking for advice about/for a younger person, we can help with that too.

Speak to our online team

 

Don't forget to follow us on social media:

Referrals

If you'd like to refer yourself or someone else to our service, you can download our forms below. Once you've filled them out, please email them to [email protected].uk.

 

Download our form for professionals to refer young people

Download our creative arts and sports activities registration form

Download our young person confidentiality and consent form

What's on

Find out about the workshops and events we offer. If you'd like to know more, please get in touch.

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Monday

Time
Activity
16:30

This is provided by West Ham United. It's a chance to learn and develop your skills in a range of athletic activities.

This is held at East Ham Leisure Centre; 324 Barking Road, East Ham E6 2RT. The start date is the 20 January 2020 and the end date is the 30 March 2020. There are ten sessions. The sessions are from 16:30 - 18:00 and are for young people aged 10 - 16.

Tuesday

Time
Activity
16:30

Looking for something different? Like the outdoors? Learn how to ride and care for horses at Mudchute Farm!

This starts on the 21 January 2020 and ends on the 31 March 2020. There are ten sessions. The group starts at 16:30 and ends at 18:00. It's for young people aged 10 - 16.

The address of Mudchute Farm is: Mudchute Park and Farm, Piers St, Isle of Dogs, London, E14 3HP

Wednesday

Time
Activity
16:30

Work on creating your own music and recording it using state of the art tech.

This is Level 2. It's held at UEL University from 16:30 - 18:00. The start date is the 20 January 2020 and the end date is the 30 March 2020. There are ten sessions for young people aged 13 - 16.
 

Thursday

Time
Activity
16:30

Work on creating your own music and recording it using state of the art tech. This is level 1.

This group is held at UEL University from 16:30 - 18:00. It's for young people aged 10 - 13. 

The group starts on the 23 January 2020 and ends on the 2 April 2020.

Friday

Time
Activity
00:00

There aren't any groups on a Friday.

Saturday

Time
Activity
10:00

Learn how to ride and check your bike for safety and make minor adjustments to your ride.

This is held at: Lee Valley VeloPark, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Abercrombie Road, London, E20 3AB.

It will run from the 25 January 2020 to the 4 April 2020. There are ten sessions. It runs from 10:00 - 12:00 and is for young people aged 10 - 16.

Sunday

Time
Activity
00:00

There aren't any groups on a Sunday.

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Horse Riding at Mudchute Farm during the summer term.

Young people on bikes

Bikeworks was a workshop for young people to learn new cycling skills. It was held at the Olympic Park this summer.

Young people playing football

Young people playing sports with the West Ham United Foundation during the summer.

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A young person maintaining a horse, cleaning and brushing its hair at Mudchute Farm.

Young people playing outside

Young people in the playhouse. Our young people love having some extra fun on their lunch breaks!

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A young person learning about stable management at Mudchute Farm.

Opening times

These are our office hours.

  • Monday 9:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday 9:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday 9:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday 9:00 - 17:00
  • Friday 9:00 - 17:00
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“I really enjoyed making music and writing my own songs.”

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