New Social Club for Home Eds

Hailsham Youth Service, in partnership with Hailsham Town Council, is excited to announce the running of ‘Teens & Tweens’ Home-ed Thursdays, offering young people in the community a fresh opportunity to socialise, learn and thrive together.

The social drop-in takes place at the Station Youth Centre in Western Road, and sessions run every Thursday from 11am to 1pm, primarily welcoming secondary age home-educated young people and their younger siblings.

Taking place on the lower floor of the Centre, each session makes use of the wide range of onsite resources and activities available, with the programme shaped by the interests of attendees and objectives set by parents and carers. The club aims to foster new connections and provide another face-to-face community for young people in Hailsham.

To help cover costs, there is a £5 entry fee per family, per session. Places can be booked here.

Andy Joyes, Youth Service Manager at Hailsham Youth Service, said: “We’re delighted to be holding Teens & Tweens sessions, which we hope provide a welcoming, fun and inclusive environment for young people in Hailsham. Our aim is to create a space where friendships can flourish and where activities are tailored to the needs and interests of those who attend. We want to build a community that offers both support and enjoyment.”

“Importantly, this club is about giving young people a voice in shaping their experience – choosing what activities they want, exploring new hobbies and developing skills in a relaxed, friendly setting.”

He added: “Teens & Tweens is another positive step in strengthening youth provision in our town. It’s wonderful to see opportunities like this being developed to give young people safe spaces to meet, socialise and take part in engaging activities.”

For more information about Teens & Tweens, please email Hailsham Youth Service: info@hailshamyouthservice.org.