This intervention does more than provide activities; it changes lives. It gives young people the tools to believe in themselves, the encouragement to persevere, and the support to turn potential into achievement. In a time when emotional and mental health issues are rising among children, programs like Changing Lives are not optional luxuries—they are essential lifelines.

What an amazing October half-term full of sports, crafts, and activities! We had something for everyone during the October half-term in Harlow, with events taking place across multiple venues throughout the town.

During this October half term, Changing Lives Community Services offers a diverse program for primary-aged children. Outdoor Forest School sessions will include exciting laser gun games and creative base-building activities using natural materials like sticks and leaves. Indoors, children can participate in multi-sports days featuring Football, Dodgeball, and Skateboarding plus much more, catering to a variety of interests and abilities.

AEF BOXsmart Course Programme for Teens in Harlow – Quarter 2 Evaluation (July, August, September 2025)