Lifespace Trust

Lifespace Trust Our vision is that all young people have the self-esteem, resilience and confidence to thrive. What would that be like?

We want to reach & help a million young people - to reduce their distress, build their resilience & inspire possibility about what they're capable of. We do this through one-to-one mentoring, with a team of fully trained & professionally supervised mentors.

💬 A Fond Farewell & New BeginningsAfter five incredible years, our Chair of Trustees Mark Humphries is stepping down. Hi...
20/07/2025

💬 A Fond Farewell & New Beginnings

After five incredible years, our Chair of Trustees Mark Humphries is stepping down. His leadership helped Lifespace navigate profound change and challenge - always with care, urgency, and belief in young people 💛

🗣️ “It’s been a genuine privilege to support the extraordinary work of Lifespace. I step down with immense pride in what we’ve built, complete confidence in Lifespace’s future, and huge thanks for the chance to ‘do my bit.’” - Mark

📈 In the last 5 years, we’ve:
✔️ Supported 3,000+ young people
✔️ Seen 86% report improved confidence
✔️ Grown our mentor network by 40%
✔️ Strengthened school & funder partnerships

💬 “But it’s the quiet stories that stay with me… the young person who finds their voice again, the one who returns to school feeling they belong, or the teenager who simply says, ‘Thank you for listening.’ That’s why Lifespace exists.”

🌟 Mark will continue as a trustee and hands over to Laura Prentice and Deputy Chair Mark Beardmore.

👋 Welcome, Laura!

We’re thrilled to welcome Laura as our new Chair of Trustees.

🗣️ “It’s a real honour to follow Mark’s thoughtful leadership. I’m grateful for the continued support of the board and look forward to working with the team to build on a strong foundation - and keep making space where young people feel heard and supported.” - Laura

🌞 That’s a wrap for summer! 🌞The  team is officially on a well-deserved break - but not before ending the term on a high...
18/07/2025

🌞 That’s a wrap for summer! 🌞

The team is officially on a well-deserved break - but not before ending the term on a high note! 💛

This week, we were joined by our amazing colleagues from the SEND and Primary teams to reflect on our work and explore ways to grow and improve. Your insights were gold - thank you! 🙌

We also had the privilege of taking part in a powerful Trauma Informed training session with our friends at . They shared the inspiring work they’re doing to build Psychologically Informed Environments and embed a trauma-informed approach in everything they do. 💬🧠

We’re heading into summer feeling inspired, grateful, and ready to rest. See you in September! 🌿

📚 NEW RSHE GUIDANCE: WHAT’S CHANGED?🚸 Earlier, age-appropriate lessonsKids will learn about respect, consent & safety fr...
17/07/2025

📚 NEW RSHE GUIDANCE: WHAT’S CHANGED?

🚸 Earlier, age-appropriate lessons
Kids will learn about respect, consent & safety from a younger age.

📏 Clear age limits
Puberty (Year 4+), S*x Ed (Year 5+). No gender identity taught as fact.

🧠 New topics added
Su***de prevention, deepfakes, gynaecological health, online harms.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents in the loop
Schools must share RSHE materials—no hidden content.

👩‍🏫 Support for teachers
More guidance to help create safe, inclusive classrooms.

💬 HOW LIFESPACE ALIGNS
🧠 Early support
🚫 Tackling harmful norms
🛡️ Safe, trusted spaces
👪 Working with families
🧭 Real-life focus
🤝 Consistent mentoring

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68761d6b39d0452326e28e6f/RSHE_statutory_guidance_-_July_2025_.pdf

🌱 Live from UCL London | Whole School Approaches to Mental Health 🌱Today,  is proud to be attending an inspiring event h...
09/07/2025

🌱 Live from UCL London | Whole School Approaches to Mental Health 🌱

Today, is proud to be attending an inspiring event hosted by the Children and Young People's Mental Health Coalition (CYPMHC) and the Schools Wellbeing Partnership. We’re hearing from leaders across education, health, and youth support on how to embed whole school and college approaches to mental health.

During a powerful panel discussion, David Lockwood (NHS England) reminded us that:

Too many young people still present to crisis services with acute needs that could have been avoided through earlier intervention.

Kirstie Stroud (former school leader, now at the Department for Education) shared how Mental Health Leads are helping to shift the narrative in schools - highlighting the importance of balancing "achieving and thriving". This message deeply resonates with our work at Lifespace Trust.

We’re especially encouraged by the recognition that whole school approaches must be nuanced—not only focused on improving school culture, but also ensuring tailored, relational support is available for those who need it most.

At Lifespace, we know that emotional safety is foundational to learning. Young people thrive in environments where they feel heard, valued, and supported.

We’re looking forward to continuing the conversation tomorrow—exploring how we align visions across sectors and keep young people’s voices at the heart of this work.

🎉 We’re 21! 🎉Join us in celebrating 21 years of Lifespace Trust supporting young people to thrive 💛We’re thrilled to inv...
09/07/2025

🎉 We’re 21! 🎉

Join us in celebrating 21 years of Lifespace Trust supporting young people to thrive 💛

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special 3-course fundraising supper on Friday, 15 August 2025, set in a stunning riverside garden marquee at Stockton House, Henley-in-Arden — generously hosted by our dear friends and long-time supporters, Sue & Brian Westmacott.

✨ Enjoy:
🍽️ A delicious 3-course meal
🥂 Welcome drinks
🎁 A fabulous raffle
🤝 An evening of connection and community

All proceeds go towards Lifespace’s mission to empower young people through mentoring and support.

🎟️ Tickets: £45
📩 Reserve your place: andrea@lifespace.org.uk

Let’s come together to celebrate, connect, and continue making a difference in young lives. We’d love to see you there!

🎉 A Heartfelt Surprise! 🎉We were absolutely delighted to receive this beautiful 21st anniversary card from the wonderful...
07/07/2025

🎉 A Heartfelt Surprise! 🎉

We were absolutely delighted to receive this beautiful 21st anniversary card from the wonderful students and staff at Alcester Academy 💌

Your kind words and support mean the world to us. Thank you for being part of our journey and for celebrating this milestone with us! 💙

Here’s to many more years of empowering young people together! 🙌

📰 Thank you, Stratford Herald! 📰We’re so grateful to the  for their follow-up coverage of our   walk 💙From their call to...
04/07/2025

📰 Thank you, Stratford Herald! 📰

We’re so grateful to the for their follow-up coverage of our walk 💙

From their call to reconnect with past mentees, to last weeks pre-walk coverage and now reflecting on the event where, collectively we walked 415km and raised over £800 raised. Your support has helped shine a light on 21 years of championing young people’s wellbeing across Warwickshire.

💬 “This walk was a celebration of 21 years of impact and a heartfelt show of support for the young people we serve.” – Lisa Carroll, CEO

Thank you to everyone who walked, donated, cheered, and shared our story. We’re proud to be part of a community that walks the talk for young people’s wellbeing.

03/07/2025

had a great evening talking to year 6 students transitioning to year 7 and families this September about our youth services 😊

🧠 Youth Mental Health in 2025: A Call to Action📊 1 in 4 young people in England are now living with a probable mental he...
02/07/2025

🧠 Youth Mental Health in 2025: A Call to Action

📊 1 in 4 young people in England are now living with a probable mental health condition.
💔 Anxiety, depression, and eating disorders are rising—especially among girls aged 17–19.
🚫 Many can’t access timely support. Services are overwhelmed.

This isn’t just a statistic. It’s a crisis.

💬 “Without mentoring, I wouldn’t have been able to sit my exams.”

– Becca, Young Leader & Youth Advisory Panel Member

At Lifespace Trust, we see this reality every day—and we’re responding.

🤝 What We Do

We mentor young people aged 7–19 in schools and communities.
Whether it’s anxiety, low mood, school avoidance, or digital overwhelm—we show up with empathy, not checklists.

We also support the adults around them—offering supervision for DSLs and pastoral teams so they feel equipped and resilient too.

📚 COVID’s Emotional Legacy

The long-term impact of the pandemic is real:
➡️ Disrupted transitions
➡️ Emotional dysregulation
➡️ Disconnection

These aren’t short-term challenges. They need long-term, relational responses.

🎉 21 Years of Impact

Since 2004, we’ve:
✅ Mentored 7,000+ young people
✅ Delivered 44,500 hours of 1:1 support
✅ Supported 3,500 more through group activities

And our Youth Advisory Panel ensures young people lead the way.

🚀 What Needs to Change

This isn’t just about one organisation.
We need systemic, relational services that don’t wait for crisis—but show up when life gets tough.

Because every young person deserves to feel:
👀 Seen
🗣️ Heard
💚 Supported

📢 Join the Movement


🌟 We Did It — Together! 🌟Yesterday was something special 💛35 wonderful people — plus a few furry companions who kept spi...
30/06/2025

🌟 We Did It — Together! 🌟

Yesterday was something special 💛

35 wonderful people — plus a few furry companions who kept spirits high 🐾 — came together for the Lifespace 21 Walk, choosing between the 21k challenge and the “2.1 mile” (shhh 🤣 it was more like 3.1! 🤣) community stroll.

Together, we walked over 415 kilometres to celebrate 21 years of walking alongside young people — all 10,500 of them. 🎉

The energy, the laughter, the support — it was everything we hoped for and more. And yes, we wrapped it all up with a well-earned birthday feast at the Youth Hub! 🍰🎈

Huge thanks to our amazing team and to Giles, Darren, and Gill from the Stratford Adventurers and Pioneers Society, who helped plan the routes, led the 21k challenge, and kept everyone safe and supported throughout. 🙌

📸 We’ve found a few extra photos from the day — check them out and relive the magic!

And if you’d like to support our work with young people, you can still donate here:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/lifespace21

Here’s to 21 years of impact — and many more to come! 💫

🌟 Celebrating 21 Years of Lifespace – and Still Walking Forward 🌟This weekend, 35 amazing people (plus 3 very enthusiast...
29/06/2025

🌟 Celebrating 21 Years of Lifespace – and Still Walking Forward 🌟

This weekend, 35 amazing people (plus 3 very enthusiastic dogs 🐾) took on the Walk — either a 21k challenge or a 2.1-mile stroll — in the summer heat to mark 21 years of .

We were greeted at the finish line by 20+ supporters with ice lollies, chilled drinks, and a delicious feast — a beautiful moment of community and reflection. 💛

So far, we’ve raised £800 after expenses — a fantastic contribution to our work supporting young people and those who care for them. But we’re not done yet!

👉 Help us go even further:
🔗 justgiving.com/campaign/lifespace21
📱 Or scan the QR code if you see us out and about!

At Lifespace, we believe in showing up, listening deeply, and making sure no young person feels alone. Your support helps us continue mentoring, training, and now — offering supervision for DSLs and pastoral staff.

💛 Thank you to everyone who walked, donated, and cheered us on. Here’s to the next 21 years!

Thank you for joining us on our walk today Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon Cllr Dani Hunter - Orchard Hill for helping with...
29/06/2025

Thank you for joining us on our walk today Mayor of Stratford-upon-Avon Cllr Dani Hunter - Orchard Hill for helping with the planning and running an expert welfare car Cllr Gill Cleeve - Shottery. Thanks too for joining us for the celebration afterwards Manuela Perteghella for Stratford-on-Avon and Cllr Liz Coles for Hathaway Ward. It was so lovely to have you there.

Thanks to our 35 wonderful walkers and supporters (and 3 furry companions) for battling through the heat and helping to raise funds, and awareness, of Lifespace Trust

What an amazing day we've had. Now to cool off!!

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