Springfield Centre

24/04/2026

Springfield Unlimited is saddened to learn that on Monday our Chair of Trustees, Jeanette Sunderland, passed away.
Jeanette was involved with the Springfield Centre for decades, formally joining the Board in 2016. A long-time advocate for the rights of children and young people in Bradford, she brought that same passion and determination into her work with us, helping to shape not only what we do, but how and why we do it.

Jeanette believed deeply in the potential of young people, and in the importance of creating spaces where they could feel safe, heard, and valued. She was instrumental in the re-launch of the charity as Springfield Unlimited in 2025, through which we renewed our commitment to young people.

She was a strong and steady presence, offering guidance, challenge, and unwavering support in equal measure. Her influence can be seen across every part of our organisation, in the work we do, the standards we hold ourselves to, and the belief that every young person deserves a future without limits.

It is true to say that Jeanette’s capacity for care was unlimited, as was her capacity for mischief. Jeanette was always interested in the lives of our young people, she loved to see their artwork, hear their stories, and celebrate who they were becoming. It was not passive, if something was an issue for young people, she would make it her issue too. She revelled in the joy that young people can bring. Jeanette would turn up to meetings with biscuits, always bourbons. Because our young people liked them the best.

We are heartbroken to have lost someone so passionate and committed. We extend our thoughts to her family and friends. While she may have resisted praise for the thousands of hours she gave voluntarily to our work, it is only right that we recognise it, and recognise how lucky we were to have her.

Jeanette was our friend, our colleague, and one of our greatest champions. Her presence will be deeply missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her and working alongside her.

We will honour her legacy by continuing the work she cared so deeply about, and by holding firm to her unwavering belief in the potential of young people.

Thank you, Jeanette. You will be so dearly missed.

17/04/2026

We had a great time on our Easter Programme last week and we hope all young people who attended did too.

From another full-booked Swim Squad session to a huge Egg Hunt. We can't wait for summer already!


Department for Education Bradford Council

09/04/2026

This Saturday!

The Springfield Centre will be hosting a community clean-up of Haigh Beck that is being run by Friends of Bradford's Becks.

Equipment will be provided but please come in shoes/wellies you don't mind getting muddy!

26/03/2026

Our Easter@Springfield Daytime Activities are here!

We’ve got arts & crafts, baking, an egg hunt, a seniors day trip, Swim Squad and a movie morning across the week.

All sessions are free for young people who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals. Sessions are £5 per day for those who aren't eligible for a funded place through HAF.

Spaces are limited on some activities, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Please note that the seniors day trip will have a separate booking form.

📍 The Springfield Centre, Idlethorp Way, BD10 9JB
📅 April 7th–10th
📩 Book here: https://forms.gle/b2sPJubb6pDsAsL48

10/03/2026

🔧 Got an interest in how things work?

Our Construction@ sessions are designed for young people aged 13-18 who want to try practical skills like mechanics, electrical work and plumbing, in partnership with Building Futures Together.

Learn hands-on, build confidence, and explore future careers in construction and engineering.

📍 Springfield Centre, Idlethorpe Way, BD10 9JB
🕓 Thursdays | 4:30–6:30pm
📅 Booking essential

Spaces are limited – get in touch to secure a place.

04/03/2026

It's been a busy week so far for our Juniors. From bedazzling bunnies to designing a new Springfield Library out of cardboard boxes.

For more information on our Juniors programme please email [email protected]

02/03/2026

Term Time @ Springfield!

For more information on any of the sessions we run, drop us a message or email [email protected]

Please note that Juniors Art Club on a Monday is now fully booked, please message us to be added to the waiting list.

02/03/2026

Adventure@Springfield!

Do you know any young people aged 13-18 who like high-adrenaline activities? We've got a timetable packed with day trips over the coming months.

For more information email [email protected] or message us on 07745518026.

Adventure@ is possible due to funding recieved from Mayor of West Yorkshire's

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

We still have a couple of places left for our free First Aid training taking place tomorrow. Message us or email [email protected] for more information and to book.

Open to young people aged 16-24.

Are you aged 16-24 and wanting a First Aid at Work qualification?

We have a limited number of places available for young people who are booked onto our free 8-week Futures@ programme.

To register your interest in Futures@, click the link here: https://forms.gle/4vGyrD6EYAes1ngk6

Futures@ is part of the Trailblazer programme. Trailblazer is part of the Healthy Working Life West Yorkshire programme and is funded by the UK Government, Bradford Council, and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.