The Shine Project

The Shine Project THE SHINE PROJECT Transforming the lives of young people

The Shine Project wants to support every young person to develop and maintain good physical and mental health, providing a firm foundation with which to achieve a successful and happy future

The Summer holiday's are behind us and we are ready for another exciting academic year.We look forward to meeting all of...
01/09/2026

The Summer holiday's are behind us and we are ready for another exciting academic year.

We look forward to meeting all of our amazing young people over the coming weeks who have been selected to take part in our Shine and Thrive courses.

If you would like find out more about either of our courses, please don't hesitate to contact us: [email protected], or visit our website: https://www.shineproject.org.uk/.

What a fantastic year we've had!We've welcomed three new members to our team, delivered the most courses we've ever deli...
27/07/2026

What a fantastic year we've had!

We've welcomed three new members to our team, delivered the most courses we've ever delivered and made some fantastic new connections.

We are rolling into the Summer with our hearts full of joy and wish everyone a relaxing and enjoyable break. See you all in September!

It's the little gestures at the end of our courses that really touch our hearts ❤️We absolutely love our job! We are rea...
21/07/2026

It's the little gestures at the end of our courses that really touch our hearts ❤️

We absolutely love our job!

We are really lucky to deliver our courses to so many schools across Dorset, work with fantastic students and meet some amazing staff along the way. We simply couldn't do this journey without you, THANK YOU.

For most, the summer holidays are just a few days away... But have you thought about your summer holiday wellbeing?Summe...
14/07/2026

For most, the summer holidays are just a few days away... But have you thought about your summer holiday wellbeing?

Summer is the season of fun and freedom but if you struggle with your mental health, you might not be quite so excited at the prospect of the weeks ahead.

Evidence suggests there are 5 steps you can take to help improve your
mental health and wellbeing, which can make you feel more positive and able to get the most out of your summer 🌞

Kier Starmer has announced that under-16s will be banned from social media platforms, such as, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube...
15/06/2026

Kier Starmer has announced that under-16s will be banned from social media platforms, such as, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X by 2027, but not WhatsApp or Signal.

There are mixed opinions and views about the ban with some expressing that the restrictions could further 'isolate teenagers', there needs to be 'more opportunities offline' for young people and that the ban could drive children to 'darker corners of the internet'.

As part of our Thrive course, we teach young people about the importance of safety online, the use of social media, and gaming/ chat rooms, with many expressing that they spend a huge amount of time on electronic devices.

But how do you feel about this change? Do you welcome it, or do you think teenagers will bypass age restriction systems just to get online?

Clare joined The Shine Project in January as our new administrator and course coordinator. She is passionate about helpi...
02/06/2026

Clare joined The Shine Project in January as our new administrator and course coordinator. She is passionate about helping young people learn how to manage their mental health and wellbeing, and believes that our ethos can make a positive difference to young people most in need of additional support.

We wish her lots of success in her Shine Project journey!

Should you have any questions about The Shine Project, please don't hesitate to contact her - [email protected]

This week across the country, young people will be sitting their SATs, which will be quickly followed by GCSEs, A-levels...
12/05/2026

This week across the country, young people will be sitting their SATs, which will be quickly followed by GCSEs, A-levels and 11+ exams... but are we putting too much pressure on our children to be high achievers.

Exam pressure can significantly affect mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and reduced overall well-being. With pressures arises from multiple sources, including high expectations from parents, teachers, peers, and self-imposed standards.

Many students often fear failure, and compare themselves with classmates, which intensifies stress levels and contributes to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.

Our courses at The Shine Project help young people to build healthy coping mechanisms and develop their emotional resilience, whilst also promoting their physical and mental health.

If you are a school and would like to learn more about what we can offer, please get in contact, or visit our website: https://www.shineproject.org.uk/.

It's not very often that you read a post on social media that captures the true essence of what your charity is thriving...
05/05/2026

It's not very often that you read a post on social media that captures the true essence of what your charity is thriving to achieve through working with young people.

- Half of all mental health conditions begin before age 14. Yet many go unnoticed for years.

Not because the signs are absent. Because too often we do not recognise them, or know how to respond when they appear.

In children and young people, distress rarely looks like the textbook image of sadness. It may show up as behaviour change, falling grades, headaches, sleep problems, anxiety, withdrawal, irritability, or suddenly going quiet.

The evidence is clear: early identification, timely support and interventions can significantly improve long-term outcomes. Delays can affect education, relationships, confidence, and physical health well into adulthood.

Come along to the Community Action Network Volunteer Fair tomorrow - Wednesday 29th April, where you can meet our lovely...
28/04/2026

Come along to the Community Action Network Volunteer Fair tomorrow - Wednesday 29th April, where you can meet our lovely team, find our more about our rewarding volunteering opportunities and discover how you can get involved.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026
🕙 Time: 10am – 1pm
📍 Venue: Citygate Church, 138A Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth BH8 8AS

The start of the Summer term means lots of new courses to deliver.We are really excited to have so many wonderful school...
20/04/2026

The start of the Summer term means lots of new courses to deliver.

We are really excited to have so many wonderful schools booked in for our Shine and Thrive courses and can't wait to meet our students!

If you are a school and would like to learn more about what we can offer, please get in contact, or visit our website: https://www.shineproject.org.uk/

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34 Headswell Crescent
Bournemouth, Dorset
BH10 6LH

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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