In a heart-warming display of community spirit, Anchor Church and Fowey River Academy have teamed up to bring joy to those in need this Christmas. Together, they’ve organised a fantastic initiative to create festive hampers filled with food, treats, and gift cards for local families. Parents of Fowey River Academy students generously donated a wide […]
Parents Evening
Tomorrow evening I partake of the usual parents evening. I have been doing this for the last 10 years or more and I think it is time to ditch the usual “How’s my child doing?” and unleash some truly random questions that will leave your child’s teachers speechless (and maybe slightly concerned about your sanity). […]
Polytunnel Walk Through
Getting to know you
Two Truths and a Lie How to Play: Each person shares three “facts” about themselves – two true and one false. The others try to guess which statement is the lie. Why it Works: Encourages listening, builds trust, and reveals interesting titbits about each person. Human Bingo How to Play: Create bingo cards with squares […]
I See People in Ones
Youth work is often about numbers. How many kids came? Did we hit our targets? Are we growing? But what if we shifted our focus? What if we saw people in ones, not statistics? Think of Jesus. He didn’t gather crowds just to boost attendance. He saw the individual. Zacchaeus lost in the crowd, the […]
Sychar Trust Annual Report: Cultivating Growth and Connection (October 2024)
The past nine months have been a season of significant growth and development, marked by tangible progress on the land and the deepening of relationships with young people. While our focus remains firmly on building authentic connections rather than chasing numbers, we are pleased to report significant achievements across various areas. Land Development Youth Engagement […]
Learning to Ride a Bike
Learning to ride a bike is a bit like life itself – full of wobbles, a few bumps, and the occasional fall. But here’s the thing: those falls aren’t failures, they’re just part of the process! Every time you lose your balance and hit the ground, you learn something new. You learn how to adjust […]
Wet and Cold Weather – Time to Dress Up Youth Workers
Staying warm and dry while working with young people in a detached setting during the UK winter months is crucial! Here’s a breakdown of clothing recommendations to keep you comfortable and able to focus on your important work: Layering is Key Essential Items Additional Tips Remember, staying warm and dry is crucial for your health […]
Opposite of Escalating
I work in Fowey School as a youth worker running a farm for young people. There is never any issues with the young people they are all fantastic. But for those walking streets techniques for de-escalating are important. What words should we keep in our vocabulary. Here are a few options and their meanings: The […]
Respect
Respect: It’s Not About Liking Each Other, But It’s Still Essential Respect. It’s a word we hear a lot, but what does it actually mean, especially when it comes to the relationships between young people and the adults in their lives? Let’s break it down. Respect doesn’t mean you have to like someone. You might […]
Words Matter: Your Mouth is a Power Tool!
Let’s talk about something important: the words that come out of our mouths. They have incredible power – to build up or tear down, to encourage or discourage, to bring life or death. Ephesians 4:29 tells us: “You must let no unwholesome word come out of your mouth, but only what is beneficial for the […]
Polytunnel
So this post is somewhat late but the tunnel now has a cover… I had some help from some friends. All of us didn’t have a clue but we got it done! This means we can get on with the next exciting part of our project and it will be about creating zones in the […]