Ignite - Springbank Community Group CiC

22/09/2026

💷 Our 16–25 Steps to Adulthood group had a brilliant evening learning about monthly budgeting!

Using a realistic monthly income, the group considered how much they would need for rent, utilities, food, phone and internet, social activities and savings. They made some thoughtful choices and discussed how unexpected costs can affect a budget.

Practical sessions like this help young people build confidence, develop independence and prepare for adult life, all in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Well done, everyone! 👏

14/09/2026

Lyam and Sue are excited welcome returning and new faces to our 16-25 Steps to Adulthood group this evening.

Are you aged 16-25? Do you have a learning disability or are you neurodiverse? Are you free on Monday evenings?

Join us, make new friends and learn some skills to help you be more independent...

13/09/2026

🔥 IGNITE: STEPS TO ADULTHOOD RETURNS MONDAY 14th SEPTEMBER🔥

Our Steps to Adulthood sessions support neurodiverse young people and those with learning difficulties as they move towards greater confidence, independence and adulthood.

Aimed at young people aged 16–25, the sessions provide a welcoming and supportive space to meet others, build friendships and develop practical skills for everyday life.

There is a strong emphasis on life skills and independence, with activities shaped around the young people attending. This can include cooking and food preparation, budgeting and money skills, accessing the community, travel skills, communication, problem-solving, making choices, staying safe and developing confidence in everyday situations.

And importantly, it is still a youth session! There is plenty of time for socialising, games, trips, activities and having fun together, while developing skills naturally along the way.

📅 Mondays
⏰ 6.00pm–8.00pm
📍 Ron Smith Pavilion, Springbank Way, Cheltenham, GL51 0LH
👥 Ages 16–25
💷 £2 per young person, per session

🥤 Young people are also welcome to bring a little extra money if they would like to buy a drink or chocolate from our Community Café during the session.

Our aim is simple: to help young people build the skills, confidence and relationships they need to take their next steps towards adulthood and greater independence.

If you know a young person who could benefit from Ignite: Steps to Adulthood, please get in touch with the Springbank Community Group team or message us through our Ignite page.

15/05/2026

Join us tomorrow 10am - 12pm for a relaxed youth club session!

12/05/2026

Last night our Steps to Adulthood programme enjoyed an informative and engaging evening focused on substance misuse awareness 🚭💊🍺

Using our drugs awareness kit, the group explored different types of street drugs, including common names, how they are used, and most importantly the risks and impact they can have on physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships and personal safety ⚠️🧠❤️

These conversations form an important part of helping young people make informed and safer choices as they move towards adulthood and greater independence 💬🙌
To finish the evening, both young people and their support networks took on the challenge of using the “beer goggles” to butter a slice of bread whilst experiencing simulated impairment 🥴🕶️🍞🔪

Safe to say… it was much harder than expected and there were plenty of laughs along the way 😂👏

Check out the comments for the videos of the challenge.

Activities like this help demonstrate in a practical and memorable way how alcohol and substances can affect coordination, judgement and everyday tasks 🚶‍♂️↔️🤯

If you are aged 16–25, have an additional need, and are free on Monday evenings, we would love to hear from you 💙

📧 Email: [email protected] to find out more about the Steps to Adulthood programme

21/04/2026

Last night’s Steps to Adulthood session was a real milestone for the group 👏✨

We stepped outside of our usual setting and focused on something many of us take for granted — independent travel 🚌

As a group, we planned and took the bus into town together 🗺️➡️🏙️ building confidence, problem-solving skills, and real-life experience every step of the way 💪

And of course… once we made it, there was only one way to celebrate - milkshakes all round 🥤😄🎉

What stood out most is that travel training isn’t just about understanding routes, timetables, or where to get off 📍 It’s often about overcoming the challenge of getting on the bus in the first place; managing anxieties, navigating social situations, and taking that first step towards independence 🌱

These are the moments that matter ❤️ Small steps that lead to big change 🚀

A huge well done to every young person who took part 🙌 Your confidence and determination continue to grow week on week — and it’s a privilege to be part of that journey 🌟

18/04/2026

Lyam and Caroline are looking forward to seeing you this morning.

Join us this Saturday 18th April for our Month Ignite - Youth Club session.

🕛10am - 12pm
📍The Cafe @ Springbank Community Group CiC

This week we will be decorating T-Shirts along with our usual quiet space, snacks and sensory tent.

16/04/2026

Join us this Saturday 18th April for our Month Ignite - Youth Club session.

🕛10am - 12pm
📍The Cafe @ Springbank Community Group CiC

This week we will be decorating T-Shirts along with our usual quiet space, snacks and sensory tent.