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UK Youth Parliament
To find out about becoming involved contact Maurice Kirbey - see main text.
Young People
- Musical Theatre Academy
The group meets weekly and they provide the chance for amateur performers and those people interested in musical theatre to learn the workings of the theatre. They provide the facilities for professional direction, music and drama and give people the chance to showcase their talents to the general public. Contact Brian Pine on 01952 415320
- Telford Drive
Telford Drive introduces students to a work environment, provide training opportunities, develop students confidence by motivating pride in themselves and there surroundings and they encourage students to become valued members of society. Contact Mrs S Perkins on 01952 825396.
Telford & Wrekin Council Provision for 13 to 19 year olds in Madeley Parish.
Madeley - Area Manager South, Fran Holehouse
Open Award (Duke of Edinburgh's) Centre - Phil Plant 01952 385343. E-mail: phil.plant@telford.gov.uk
Sutton Hill - Sutton Hill Youth Centre, Debbie Ironmonger - 01952 385354. E-mail: deb.ironmonger@telford.gov.uk
Woodside - Park Lane Youth Centre, John McFarland - 01952 683714. E-mail: john.mcfarland@telford.gov.uk
Monday
Open to all young people from across Telford & Wrekin who are interested in participating in the D of E award - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Drop in open club 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Tuesday
A partnership of agencies, including the Woodside Youth Worker proving health information and general advice to pupils - 12.30pm to 1.30pm
After school drop in and chill out session 3.30pm to 6.30pm meet with youth and Connexions Workers.
Developing and fostering positive attitudes with local young men. 5.00pm to 7.00pm
Open to all young people from across Telford & Wrekin who are interested in participating in the D of E Award - 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Six week programmes of personal development, invited membership (contact John McFarland) - 6.45pm to 8.45pm
Wednesday
Open to all young people from across Telford & Wrekin who are interested in participating in the D of E Award (Bronze & Silver) 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Drop in open mixed Youth Club - 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Drop in open mixed Youth Club - 6.45pm to 8.45pm
Confidential Health advice and information 6.45pm to 8.45pm
Thursday:
Youth Workers offering Madeley Court students an alternative curriculum addressing issues of confidence, self esteem and motivation. 11.30pm to 12.45pm
A partnership of agencies, including the Sutton Hill Youth Worker providing health information and general advice to pupils. 12.30pm to 1.30pm
Developing and fostering positive attitudes with local young women. 7.00pm to 9.00pm
Focusing on young people moving up from junior to senior youth provision.
In Addition:
Drop in open mixed youth clubs are open to all young people aged 13 to 19. Programmes of activities are informal and fun. Programmes vary from club to club and week to week. The programmes not only reflect want young people say they want, but also respond to the many issues that effect there lives.
Cost: All groups are free. Charges are sometimes made to become involved in a specific event or trip. Costs are kept to a minimum.
Voluntary Youth Groups: The Voluntary Sector Support Team offers advice, information and practical support to anyone thinking about setting up or is currently running a voluntary youth work group.
For more information contact Peter Beer on 01952 580018 or 07976 100 514
Youth Counselling: In Touch is a free advice, information and confidential counselling service for Young People.
For more information contact Ceri or Jill Westcar on 07976 100 449
UK Youth Parliament: To find out about becoming involved contact Maurice Kirbey at maurice.kirby@telford.gov.uk
Open Award Centre (OAC) Madeley: The OAC is sited in Madeley Court Sports Centre. The role of the OAC to is be the focus of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award (D of E) for the borough. Youth people can participate in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at the OAC or often at local schools.
During the day time the OAC is used by young people experiencing difficulties at school.
They are supported by OAC staff and enabled to participate in the D of E Award Scheme.
For more information contact Phil Plant on 01952 385343
Sutton Hill Youth Centre: : The Youth Workers support young people to become involved in a variety of additional activities and events throughout their teenage years. The youth workers actively encourage young people to organise their own activity programme and get involved.
Examples include: Kick Racism Out of Football - a local football event that supports a national initiative, In the past year young people have also been to adventure parks, the Clothes Show and on over night residential activities.
With support from local partners, we organise and deliver a Summer Holiday Activity Programmes. During the long school summer holiday young people have become involved in a variety of fun activities, including; swimming, fishing, speedway and racing.
For more information contact Debbie Ironmonger on 01952 588152
Woodside: Park Lane Youth Centre: Has now moved to a new purpose built youth facility, within the Park Lane Centre. The Youth Project has its own entrance situated to the rear of the new Park Lane Centre, Park Lane, Woodside, Telford opposite the children's play area.
The youth project gained an "excellent" standard in feedback from the Young People Survey. Local Police complimented the Youth Centre for its contribution towards reducing Crime figures. Young people are taking a keen interest in the Woodside Regeneration Project. The Regeneration Forum elects to support young peoples involvement.
With support from local partners, we organise and deliver a Summer Holiday Activity Programmes. During the long school summer holiday young people have become involved in a variety of fun activities, including; swimming, theme parks and the Greenwood Trust.
Woodside: Park Lane Youth Centre - The SHY Project
What is SHY?
SHY is a confidential, information and support project for young people from Woodside.
The SHY project offers help and advise on health issues such as:
If you know of any young people who may benefit from this project, please get them to visit the Youth Worker Cindy Shaw at the Drop-in Session or contact her directly by Phone/Text 07812016685
For more information please contact John Mcfarland on 01952 683714
