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CultureMindsUK CIC CultureMinds Support Saturdays for Children with Additional Needs
PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A weekly community support session every Saturday for children with additional needs from migrant and vulnerable families in Newport. Through structured play, games, and inclusive activities, we aim to promote social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and parental respite. Delivered in partnership with Swift Care Services, who will provide trained and vetted support workers.

Beneficiaries

  • Children / Young People

    The project will enhance social skills, confidence, and emotional wellbeing in children with additional needs through inclusive play. It also offers a safe, supportive space where they can thrive and build friendships within their local community.

  • People in poverty

    The project offers free, inclusive weekend support for children with additional needs, giving relief to low-income families, reducing isolation, and improving wellbeing for both children and parents from disadvantaged backgrounds in Newport.

  • Reach of your work

    Up to 40 children and 30 families supported in Newport

Geographic reach

  • Wales: Newport
BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

150

Up to 250 people including children and family members

SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£24,000.00

TIMELINE

Nov 2025 - May 2026

Project Outcome Targets

Improved social interaction and confidence among children with additional needs.

Increased respite and wellbeing support for vulnerable migrant families.

Greater community inclusion and access to structured weekend activities.

Project Activities

  • Weekly Saturday play sessions with structured games and inclusive activities.

  • 1:1 support provided by vetted support workers

  • Sensory and creative workshops tailored for children with additional needs.

  • Parent support and signposting during sessions to local services and resources.

  • Monitoring and evaluation of children’s engagement and wellbeing progress.

Resources Needed For The Project

Resource Description Quantity needed When needed How this donation supports the project (Enabling Actions or KPIs)
MONEY Money is needed to deliver weekend sessions from July to December 2025, covering staffing, venue hire, and materials. £14,000 needed to deliver weekend sessions from July to December 2025, covering staffing, venue hire, and materials. 05/07/2025 Will enable sessions for 20+ children monthly, and consistent respite for over 30 families in Newport
Project Impact and Partners
IMPACT REPORTING

Bi-annually

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being UN SDG 4: Quality Education UN SDG 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

Regular feedback, attendance tracking, staff reports, and parent satisfaction surveys.

OTHER PARTNERS

Swift Care Services

Health and Social Care professionals, providing support to children and adults