Lifespace Trust

20/05/2026

A really powerful evening at the Livery Dinner last week.

We were honoured to attend as recipients of their most recent grant programme – a 4-year, £100k commitment to support young people experiencing . Support like this genuinely changes what’s possible for the young people we work with at Lifespace.

It was great to catch up with so many like-minded leaders from across the sector, all doing important work in their communities. Pictured – Lisa Carroll, CEO, representing alongside others doing brilliant work.

The keynote from .imafidon was incredibly powerful. Hearing him speak about his own childhood, captured in , was honest, challenging and a real reminder of the lived experiences behind the work.

With thanks to The Leathersellers’ Company for the invitation – and for standing alongside young people who need it most.

19/05/2026

17/05/2026

10k DONE ✅🏃

What a start to the Lifespace Trust Flying Scotsman Challenge – 47:28 on a very hilly course at Barry Island.

“It is VERY hilly here… 1st placed VI runner and even ahead of the wheelchairs.”

An incredible effort from James and Joe – strong, focused, and setting the tone for what’s ahead.

Every mile is helping us reach children and young people earlier – before things become overwhelming.

Follow his story at instagram.com/theflyingscotsmanvirunner 💙

And if you can, scan the QR or visit justgiving.com/campaign/flyingscotsman-vi-runner-lifespace to donate – it all adds up.

17/05/2026

Taking on the next leg 🚆🏃

James and Joe are out there pushing on in the Flying Scotsman Challenge – keeping the pace, whatever stretch they’re on now.

Every mile is helping Lifespace Trust reach more children and young people with the right support, at the right time.

Follow his story at instagram.com/theflyingscotsmanvirunner 💙

And if you can, scan the QR or visit justgiving.com/campaign/flyingscotsman-vi-runner-lifespace to donate – it all adds up.

15/05/2026

We’re really honoured to have been invited to speak at the House of Lords next month.

On 12 June, our CEO Lisa Carroll will be joining Dr Tristan Middleton to share learning from our Lifespace Trust supervision pilot.

This work matters.

We spend a lot of time alongside safeguarding and pastoral staff in schools – and we see the weight they carry.

Supervision came from that… creating space to think, reflect, and not have to hold it all on your own.

One practitioner said:

“something had happened with one of my high profile pupils… I just cried for the entire hour… I would have been stressed about that for two weeks … Then I went back to a member of staff and thought, right, how do I do this rationally? And then we got it sorted.”

That’s what this is about.

We’ll be alongside a brilliant mix of voices across the sector – Inclusion Education, Mulberry Bush, Talking Heads Supervision, Place2Be and others – all thinking about how we better support the people supporting young people.

If you’d like to join the conversation.

🌐 eventbrite.co.uk/e/irct-best-practice-forum-shaping-the-future-of-supervision-in-education-tickets

Grateful to be part of this 💛

EducationMatters

14/05/2026

Last week a group of Lifespace Trust colleagues went to see Poor by at the in Coventry.

The story, which began in 1980s Coventry, showed how small moments, and contact with just a handful of people, helped to steer Katriona onto a very different path.

The performance was honest and brave – at times unsettling – but also warm, hopeful and deeply human. It stayed with us. As mentors, we spend a lot of time paying attention to those small moments – the conversations, the consistency, the feeling of being noticed – often without knowing the impact until much later. This production really spoke to that.

Pictured here are mentors Kirsty and Lesley, alongside our CEO Lisa. Others were with us too – we just didn’t manage to catch everyone in the photo.

A reminder of why lived experience matters – and why small, relational moments can change the course of a life.

14/05/2026

We're excited to be joining this partnership and helping to improve the emotional wellbeing of young people in Warwickshire.

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14/05/2026

We’re really pleased to see James Morrison’s incredible challenge featured online in this week’s 🌟

James, a visually impaired Stratford runner, has just begun his epic Flying Scotsman Challenge - raising funds for Lifespace Trust so more children and young people can get the emotional support they need, early and at the right time.

His story is one of resilience, inclusion and determination, and we’re hugely proud to be working alongside him.

We’d love to hear from:

🏃 Corporate supporters interested in sponsoring shirts for James and his guide runners

🏫 Warwickshire schools keen to host an assembly about James’ story - exploring resilience, inclusion and emotional wellbeing - in return for a school fundraiser

You can support James’ challenge by donating here:
👉 justgiving.com/campaign/flyingscotsman-vi-runner-lifespace

And follow his journey on Instagram

We’ll be cheering you on every mile, James 💛

13/05/2026

Revising isn’t just about revision 💤🚶‍♀️🥗

A helpful reminder from the team at Lifespace Trust

Doing well in exams isn’t about working non-stop, it's also about looking after yourself.

🛌 Sleep: aim for 7–9 hours
📵 Screens off before bed if you can
🚶‍♂️ Move your body: even a short walk helps
🍫🥑 Feed your brain & drink water
⏱ Try short revision bursts

And remember:
✨ There are always options.
✨ Failing is not the end.
✨ You matter, whatever the result.

11/05/2026

Mental health matters because it affects how we feel, think, learn, connect, and cope with everyday life. Talking openly and acting early can help prevent problems from feeling overwhelming and remind us that no one has to face things alone.

What is Mental Health Awareness Week? 💙

Mental Health Awareness Week happens every May and brings people across the UK together to talk about mental health, challenge stigma, and encourage positive change. This year’s focus is on Action, because awareness is important but change happens when we take steps to support ourselves and each other.

At Lifespace Trust mentoring is one of those actions. We support young people by building trusting relationships, strengthening confidence and resilience, and creating space to feel heard and supported.

Every conversation counts and so do you 💙 If you need extra support, talk to your Lifespace mentor, school, or drop us a DM.

🔗 Find out more about Mental Health Awareness Week at mentalhealth.org.uk