The Befrienders in school
ukmap:s727bb:Click+here+for+a+map NSPCC Integrated Learning Community Project
The Acorn Centre, 51 High Street
Grimethorpe, Barnsley S72 7BB. Telephone: 01226 713863
Activity photos from the centre will appear here in due course
What are we?A Learning Centre Network project, based at the Acorn Centre as part of the NSPCC Schools Service, offering a wide range of Study Support Activities for young people aged 8-16 years who live or attend schools in Cudworth, Shafton, Grimethorpe and Brierley.
Who are the workers?Diane Johnson (top photo)- Learning Support Co-ordinator.
Paula Taylor McCool (middle photo)- Study Support Worker
Jan Millington (bottom photo)- Study Support Worker
And a team of Befrienders, year 10 pupils, - recognised by their Red Polo Shirts or Sweatshirts
What do we offer?►Art Activities, Multi Media, Dance, Drama, ICT, Creative crafts, Sport and Leisure Activities, Cultural Visits and more
►Support for learning
►Support with homework
►Accreditation opportunities - Youth Achievement Award, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Project Certification
►A space to talk and receive information, guidance and support
►Peer Support
The Befrienders have an important role in Willowgarth in helping new year 7 pupils to settle in each year and find their way around school. They are available to support pupils in finding the help they need to enjoy a positive school experience.
Where can you find us?►Willowgarth Befriender Project - Monday and Thursday, break and lunchtime
►Willowgarth High School - Library - Wednesday lunch time
►Grimethorpe Library - Monday and Thursday from 3.30pm - 5.00pm
►Cudworth Homework Spot - Tuesday from 4.00pm - 6.00pm
►NSPCC IT Room and Activity Room - Term time activities as advertised and during school holiday times
►In Primary schools in the area supporting years 5 and 6.
