Over the financial year 2024/25, the company has delivered a range of targeted programmes and community-focused projects that have significantly benefited children, young people, and families across the borough. Key Activities: Holiday Programmes: Delivered enriching activities and healthy meals during school holidays, supporting children who may otherwise face food insecurity or social isolation. Nourish & Flourish Project: Provided nutritious meals, cooking workshops, and food education to support healthy lifestyles and tackle food poverty weekly. Community Events: Hosted seasonal festivals that were free and inclusive, fostering social connections, creativity, and wellbeing. Youth Participation: Enabled young people to co-design and lead aspects of the programme, promoting leadership, confidence, and skill development. Community Benefit: Reduced Inequality: Prioritised access for children from low-income families and, ensuring equal participation opportunities. Enhanced Wellbeing: Families reported increased social connection, mental wellbeing, and opportunities for positive engagement. Support for Local Economy: Partnered with local vendors and community organisations, boosting local employment and collaboration. Education & Development: Activities complemented formal education by offering informal learning, arts, and life skills training. Overall, the company’s work has addressed immediate community needs while also investing in long-term wellbeing and resilience for families.

We have actively engaged with a wide range of stakeholders over the financial year to ensure our activities reflect community needs and deliver meaningful impact. Stakeholders Consulted include: Children and Young People – the primary beneficiaries of our programmes. Parents and Carers – who support participation and provide valuable feedback on the needs of families. Local Schools and Teachers – who refer pupils and share insights on pupil needs. Community Organisations and Faith Groups – our delivery partners who bring local knowledge and networks. Local Authority Teams – including public health colleagues, early help, and safeguarding professionals. Volunteers and Youth Leaders – who help shape delivery and share frontline perspectives. Methods of Consultation: Surveys and Feedback Forms: Distributed after events and programmes to gather feedback from children, parents, and staff. Focus Groups and Workshops: Facilitated small-group discussions with young people and families to explore their views in depth. Regular Partner Meetings: Held with schools, local organisations, and the council to assess delivery, challenges, and community needs. Observation and Informal Feedback: Captured by staff and volunteers throughout delivery. Actions Taken in Response: Programme Adjustments: Based on feedback, we extended programme hours and added more group sessions to improve accessibility. Food Offer Improvements: Responding to parent and child feedback, we introduced more culturally inclusive and nutritious meal options. Youth-Led Projects: Created opportunities for young people to co-design parts of the summer and winter programmes. Partnership Growth: Expanded delivery sites in response to school and community feedback calling for more local access points. These consultations ensured we remained accountable and responsive to community voices, helping us design inclusive, high-impact programmes that reflect the lived experience of our stakeholders.

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