We believe by providing a safe, structured space for children and young people to attend, receive supports with their education pathway and have access to a range of wrap-around opportunities, children and young people have a much greater chance to remain in the education system, continue on to 3rd level education and beyond.
YOUNG PEOPLE
Early Years
Holly House Community Resource Centre
We understand increased access to opportunities can build confidence and self-esteem and encourage children and young people to remain present and engaged in the education system. We have developed and designed a holistic Homework and Afterschool programme aimed at supporting children and young people to remain engaged in the education system. Our programmes and supports include
Young Bugs Afterschool Programme
Our aim is to support the development of young children age 4-7yrs communication skills, building their confidence and enhancing their social interaction we do this by providing a range of fun, educational, health and wellbeing programmes including yoga, dance, art, physical play, outdoor activities, storytelling and music.
Homework Club
Our Homework Club offers children a safe, structured environment where they can complete their homework and receive one to one support if needed. We split our homework classes into 2 groups, children in 1st -3rd class and children in 4th-6th class. We work with parents and teachers to ensure the needs of children are being met and we provide one to one support for children with special needs and/or children with special educational needs.
CHILDREN
Grinds Programme
We offer a grinds programme for Junior Cert and Leaving Cert students, we work with volunteers to provide key supports in English, Irish and Maths subjects.
Personal Development Groups
We support young people by facilitating age-appropriate personal development groups and activities and provide a space for them to explore issues such as relationships and consent.
Our aim is to support the development of young children age 4-7yrs communication skills, building their confidence and enhancing their social interaction we do this by providing a range of fun, educational, health and wellbeing programmes including yoga, dance, art, physical play, outdoor activities, storytelling and music.
Young People at Risk (not in Education, Training or Employment)
We provide one to one support for young people age 15-24 yrs. who are not in training, education or employment, we work with them one to one, support them to develop their confidence and self-esteem, set achievable goals and make referrals where appropriate.
Parents and Carers
We provide a range of supports to parents and families throughout the year, including Healthy Food made Easy for families and stress management and we make appropriate referrals when needed with families.
Youth at Risk Network
We work in in partnership with DLR Drugs and Alcohol Task Force to facilitate 2 YAR Networks per year, the aim of the network is to provide a space for front line youth workers across the DLR county to network and explore issues affecting young people at risk such as drug intimidation, consent, and self-harm. The network themes are developed by an inter-agency and community planning group and the networks are facilitated by CAN (Community Action Network).
Contact us to discover more about Southside Partnership Children, Young People and Families support.
Sandra King sandra.king@sspship.ie 086 2192172
or Natalie Donegan natalie.donegan@sspship.ie on 01-2722613