One of the main problems that have been identified is the lack of support given to students with their schoolwork outside school hours; there are many reasons for this lack of support. However, it is this lack of support that is usually the main cause of isolation from mainstream education amongst the young people we come into contact with.
The objective was to create an attractive environment where students can receive the level of support from a qualified person. The club was informal but controlled and support was mainly delivered on a one to one basis. This project proved to be successful with students and their parents. Recreational activities were also organised for those taking part.
With funding from Children in Need the YCA has developed a KS2 & KS3 tuition support club. Here we have qualified tutors who will help prepare children for SAT’s test and GCSE exams. The tuition support is open to children in years 5-6 and years 10-11.
The After School tuition and Homework Clubs is managed as part of the Youth Development programme