STARTS is for children and young people who struggle to engage with school or other services. Many have been excluded, or have stopped going. Many have high social, emotional and mental health needs, neurodiversity, or significant behavioural difficulties. Many have had adults give up on them, repeatedly.
We accept referrals from schools, local authorities, children's services, CAMHS, families and other partners across South East London.
STARTS is built around the child, not around a timetable. A high ratio of 2-3 skilled staff per child. Multiple sessions a week, over several months. Support delivered wherever it's needed - in school, at our venues, on trips, at home or in foster placements. Staff drawn from youth work, sports coaching, psychology and social work backgrounds.
Every young person follows the same three-stage journey, at their own pace: building trusted relationships and emotional regulation; developing communication, life and social skills; then positive progress back into education, training or employment. Progress is tracked against eight clear indicators and recorded in detail through C-POMS, with full reporting available to commissioners and referral partners.
The STARTS Theory of Change was co-designed with our staff, the young people themselves and external partners, and underpins everything we do.
All Kids Can Ltd
C/O Meridian Sports & Social Club
Charlton Park Lane
Charlton
London SE7 8QS
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