1. Fylde Coast YMCA – Lakeside Centre July 2016
Theory of Change
Fylde Coast YMCA – Lakeside Centre
July 2016
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2. Activities Interim outcomes Impact
Outdoor education camps for young people
Lakeside YMCA provides state of the art outdoor education residential and day camps for schools and youth groups, set amongst 400 acres of pristine woodland. Service users can choose from over 50 different activities both on land and water.
As a social enterprise, all profits are reinvested back into the centre for current and future beneficiaries.
Increased comfort in taking risks and trying new things
Young people develop their full potential, belong, contribute and thrive in their local communities
Better prepared for employment
Increased belief in oneself and optimism for the future
Improved educational attainment
Increased aspirations and motivation
Improved attitude towards learning
Increased confidence and self-esteem
Increased resilience
Tailored programmes to specific youth needs
We accommodate a wide range of youth groups with differing needs, and tailor residentials to align with other youth support services:
Schools supporting students with improved resilience and character development
National Youth Schemes such as the National Citizen Service and the Prince’s Trust
Cohorts of young people requiring specific support such as young offenders, alternative education, Special Education Needs, young carers, substance misuse, or young people at the end of their life.
Improved ability to cope with change
Improved life chances
Increased self-awareness
Improved sense of agency Improved independence
Experiential learning for young people
Immersive, holistic and experiential learning is central to Lakeside’s approach to outdoor education. Programmes are designed to allow young people to take on new responsibilities and experiences, take risks within a controlled environment, and reflect on their learnings throughout.
Improved behaviour
Developed and/or improved life skills – communication, leadership, team work
Exceptional staff focused on learning outcomes
Lakeside’s fully-trained staff are experts in pedagogy and outdoor learning. Alongside working with young people, staff:
deliver training for National Governing Bodies
support volunteers to learn skills and achieve new qualifications
run Professional Development programmes for organisations, including transition support for apprentices and recent graduates
Young people make friends and collaborate with peers and adults from different backgrounds
Strong, sustainable communities
Increased appreciation of the value of nature
Reducing barriers for disadvantaged young people
Lakeside’s bursary fund allows local, disadvantaged young people to benefit from using the centre.
Improved health and wellbeing
Increased likelihood of participation in outdoor activities