We are hoping to launch the Starfish Schools Mentoring Programme in Hackney soon.
Feedback from the pilot from the young people, parents and teachers:
- – ‘Starfish is extremely supportive and nurturing to vulnerable children.’ (Teacher)
- – ‘Starfish is an effective targeted programme, that flexibly fits into the school programme without any further demands from the school.’ (Teacher)
- – ‘The children have blossomed in confidence throughout their time in the mentoring programme and are now ready for
the transition to secondary school. They have acquired the necessary skills for this move and can confidently explain their emotions and how they can deal with their anxiety. After seeing the confidence these children have gained through the mentoring programme, I would confidently recommend this programme to any school.’ (Teacher)
- – ‘Mentoring has helped me overcome my emotions and make
me feel better about my situation. Outcomes Star helped me to understand my weak points and prioritise them to help me grow mentally.’ (Mentee)
- – ‘The time you (the mentor) were having with my daughter, allowed me to almost have a little bit taken off. Her behaviourimproved immeasurably and her mental health improved and the family became a family again rather than a battleground.’ (Parent).
A snapshot of results.
100% of teachers said they would want Starfish to continue in their schools.
92% of mentees said that mentoring had helped to increase their confidence.
96% of mentees said that mentoring had helped them get on better at school.
93% of mentees made progress in at least two outcome areas.
71% mentees made progress in the area of feelings and emotions.
64% mentees made progress in the area of self-esteem.
Primary school boys: 100% mentees made progress in two areas: friends and relationships and how you use your time.
To find out about the programme, click on the FAQs pdf below.
Should you wish to find out about becoming a volunteer mentor, get in contact with us by emailing: cambridge.heath@salvationarmy.org.uk
