Knowledge newsletter - Issue 53 July - October 2012 by Knowle West

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KNOWL DGE For the residents of Filwood, and parts of

Knowle & Windmill Hill

ISSUE 53 july - october 2012

Elected mayor:

do we care? In May 2012, Bristol City Council held a referendum: a one-off vote which asked us how we wanted the Council to be run - by an elected Mayor or by a Leader. Of the thirty-five wards in the city, Filwood had the lowest turnout. Only 9.9% of people cast a vote, that’s 1 in 10. The Knowledge asks: why did so few people vote? Was it clear what the referendum was about? Were you actually interested?!

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And the winner is...

This summer has seen festivals, awards and community celebrations across Knowle West. Take a look at our photo special.

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Summer is almost upon us: a time of year

when – usually! – flowers are in bloom and we enjoy eating outdoors. The gardens and green spaces of Knowle West are producing food to shout about. Read more in our special feature.

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• write for your local newsletter • get more involved in your community

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Learn interviewing skills and how to write news and features, take quality photographs, and post your news items on the web.

Workshops with professional

journalists will be held at Knowle West Media Centre on Tuesday

afternoons and evenings. All ages and abilities welcome. For more information call KWMC on 0117 903 0444 and ask for Sue or Makala.

Getting ready for regeneration John Boutwood

A word from your Editor rachel clarke, Editor

Welcome to the redesigned, revamped Knowledge newsletter! This new format brings new ways to get involved (in person and via text), more up-to-date news, and in-depth coverage of the big issues that affect our area. I’d love to hear your feedback, get in touch via 0117 903 0444 or rachel.clarke@kwmc.org.uk ••• Thanks to: the Newsletter Steering Group (Ann Smith, Ken Jones, Denise Britt), Neighbourhood Management (Anita Pearce, Kurt James) and Knowle West Media Centre, who facilitate the production and design (Rachel Clarke - Editor, Bart Blazejewski - Designer). All articles express the views of individual contributors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the Neighbourhood Management, Steering Group or KWMC.

The transformation of Filwood Park is in its early stages, with the hope of bringing new homes, jobs and improved open space to the area. You may have seen archaeological survey work being carried out. This is required ahead of the first phase of construction work, due to start in October. This will include a new highway junction and 100 metre access road at Hengrove Way (on the former Hangar site), a footpath through the park, and some minor highway alterations at Creswicke Road. The Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), which owns the site, is working with Bristol City Council to finalise details of an outline planning application, approved in April this year, and has appointed a local agent to find a developer partner for the site. A detailed masterplan will be prepared and local residents will be involved in this process. Contact John Boutwood on 0117 937 7230.

he Neighbourhood Delivery Team have submitted an application for a no drinking zone for Filwood, and parts of Knowle and Windmill Hill, giving the Neighbourhood Policing Team powers to address problem drinking in identified ‘No Tolerance Zones’ in the area.The application has been agreed by the Bristol ASB (Anti Social Behaviour) partnership and is now with the Local Authority. The no drinking zone covers Filwood, parts of Knowle and Windmill Hill, and, in particular, areas including Broadwalk and Redcatch Park, Melvin Square and Inns Court, and Bushy Park and Oxford Street.

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Thanks for covering the views of the Northern Slopes Initiative (NSI) and Marksbury Area Community Association (MACA) on the Kingswear/Torpoint/ Marksbury Road College development in the last edition. A number of people had said they had seen our comments in the Knowledge. We want to say a big thank you to the 404 people who signed our petition for:

• No building on the area uphill of Kingswear (behind Lurgan Walk and Glyn Vale) – other than on the footprint of the old Kingswear Flats. • All of the green space around the Kingswear Road area being used for natural green playspace – with a design good for people and wildlife. • No more than 250 new dwellings (which includes the locations of the old flats). • The main College building being retained for future use. The petition was handed in to the Council, and we hope the Council and landowners will be listening. Follow what we know on www.northern-slopesinitiative.co.uk/kingswear Yours, Julia Tutton (MACA) and Len Wyatt (NSI)

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Residents Say No to Anti Social Behaviour Over the last few months, the Inns Court area has been affected by anti social behaviour in and around Marshall Walk. Local shops and the Mede Community Centre have been hardest hit by criminal damage and abusive behaviour. Residents requested help at the Filwood Neighbourhood Forum and the Neighbourhood Policing Team and Bristol City Council have been working hard to bring an end to the problems in this area. If your street or community is experiencing problems, go along to a Neighbourhood Forum and let them know.

Six-figure investment in parks and green spaces The Neighbourhood Partnership and local Councillors have secured over £650,000 to invest in significantly improving 8 priority parks and green spaces in the Neighbourhood Partnership area. Over the next two years, Council Officers will work with local residents to plan and deliver improvements, ranging from brand new play parks to improved pathways, in Newquay Road Playground, Filwood Broadway Playground, Redcatch Park, Salcombe Road Recreational Ground, Perretts Park, and the Northern Slopes. The funding comes from housing developments in the area, land sales, and the £3.5 million Bristol City Council Capital Investment in Parks & Green Spaces fund.

Grants support groups In June, the Neighbourhood Partnership (NP) agreed to support 23 applications for small grants from

local organisations valued at £11,159. Supported applications include Jubilee celebrations, outings for older people, and activities for young people. A £5,500 grant from the NP was used by Filwood Library to buy new shelving units, furniture and to brighten the building with fresh paint. Library Manager Pat O’Hara said, “Filwood Library has had new shelving installed, it looks amazing, totally transformed. Come and see for yourself”. If your group would like to apply for a small grant contact Valerie Talbot on 0117 908 4247 or valerie.talbot@bristol.gov.uk

Road improvements around the corner Throgmorton Road will be resurfaced this year, following complaints about the number of potholes. St John’s Lane will also be addressed: the Wells Road end will be resurfaced this year, followed by the Malago end next year. The following roads will also be resurfaced: Welgarth Road, Hawthorne Street, Fordell Place, Knowle Road, and Lynton Road. ‘School Keep Clear’ markings will be reinstated on Novers Lane, obstructive parking will be regulated in the vicinity of Knowle West Media Centre, and a solution will be found to problem parking outside Tesco, Axbridge Road. Pavements on Minehead Road and Tralee Walk will be resurfaced before April 2013 and pavements on Queensdale Crescent, Sommerdale Avenue, Vivian Street, Fraser Street, and Gwilliam Street will also be resurfaced.

Mede Foodstore to provide food aid Sian Lewis

The Mede is opening a Foodstore in partnership with The Matthew Tree Trust, offering the provision of free

food aid to children, families and individuals in emergency need, on a referral only basis. Donations of non-perishable food gratefully received. Contact Sian or Suzanne on 0117 904 1220.

Mums and babies class Bring your little ones - let them enjoy the music as you dance about with or without them. Get fit but most of all have fun doing so! • Thursdays, 1.30-2.30pm, The Park, Daventry Road, BS4 1BA My other local classes: • Tuesday 6-7pm: South Bristol Sports Centre, just off the Wells Road, BS14 9EA • Thursday 10-11am: The Park, Daventry Road For more details or information on kids’ classes or my other locations contact Alina on: 07807 422972 or Beans_dancing@hotmail.com Or check out my web page: www.bristolzumbafitness.co.uk

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Letters have been sent to residents in and around Willinton Road about the possible closure of the lane that leads from this road to Brislington Brook, due to high levels of fly tipping. Council Street Scene Enforcement Officers believe that a few residents of Willinton, Alard and Throgmorton Roads are responsible for a fly tipping problem that has cost the Council over £10,000 to clear in the last two years. The lane, which is used by pupils attending the Oasis John Williams School and local dog walkers, would be closed permanently if fly tipping does not stop. Fly tipping can be reported to Mark Grundy, BCC Streetscene Enforcement Officer: mark. grundy@bristol.gov.uk or 0117 922 4951.

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Whatever the issue, we are happy to listen. If we cannot help you ourselves we will be able to point you in the right direction.

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Cover story What was the mayoral referendum all about?

Low turn-out in Filwood for the mayoral referendum

The referendum – held in May – asked who we wanted to run our Council. Did we want a Leader (what we currently have) or an elected Mayor? There are currently sixteen elected Mayors running cities in the UK, including London, Liverpool and Leicester. What’s the difference between the Council Leader and an elected Mayor? The Leader is an elected councillor, chosen by a vote of the other elected councillors. An elected Mayor is chosen by the people of a city: all who are eligible to vote. The Council is currently run by a Leader, but, as more people said ‘yes’ to having an elected Mayor in the referendum, the system will change this year. The elected Mayor will be in office for four years and they cannot be voted out of office by councillors, unlike the current Council Leader. Anyone over 18 who lives, works or occupies land as owner or tenant in Bristol could stand for the position of Mayor, if properly nominated. What’s the difference between the elected Mayor and the Lord Mayor? Although the titles are similar, the roles are very different! The Lord Mayor is chosen every year from the 70 elected councillors and has a (largely) ceremonial role. The position dates back to 1216, when it was known as “Mayor”. How can I have my say? Make sure you’re on the Electoral Register! On 15th November 2012, Bristol will have an election to choose the city’s first elected Mayor. You can vote if you’re aged 18 or above, live in the City of Bristol, are on the Electoral Register and are permitted to vote in local elections. For more information and to find out if you’re on the register visit www. bristol.gov.uk/elections or contact the Council on 0117 922 3400. Your vote counts: make sure you’re on the Electoral Register! Did you vote in the mayoral referendum? Why / why not? Have your say and read others’ responses at www.knowlewest.co.uk Text BRISMAYOR then your message to 07786 205227

Your Views

Did you vote in the mayoral referendum? Why / why not? “I didn’t vote because I’m not on the electoral register as I have just moved to Knowle. I would’ve voted as I think it’s important and I usually do.” Philip Reade (34)

“No I didn’t vote, because there was no information given out whatsoever. Nothing was posted and I wasn’t going to vote for something I had no information for.” Rebecca Blanning (46)

The Edible Landscapes Movement (ELM) are a group of food growers and buyers based in Knowle West. They grow veg in gardens and unused spaces and the produce is sold back to the community and cafés through a veg box scheme. Digital media is used to drive the production, distribution and buying of food, and share the story. ELM partner Buried Treasure are looking for volunteers to help with planting and maintenance (Mon-Fri). Call Andy: 07766 057584. Find out what’s in the veg box at www.knowlewest.co.uk/projects/elm

Try a healthy recipe at home!

Help to build a community orchard

The Whisk! café have been buying veg on a weekly basis from the ELM growers and using it to cook tasty meals. They use a smart phone to photograph each step and share the recipes online using a web app that Knowle West Media Centre (KWMC) has developed. Here’s a recipe for chop salad that you can try at home! More recipes at: www. knowlewest.co.uk/goodliving/food

Fruit Trees for the Future (FTFTF) want to use fruit trees to create green corridors through Knowle West, which link to the larger green spaces like the Northern Slopes. Thanks to local Liveability Funds, over time the disused scrub-land at the back of Belfast Walk will become a community fruit orchard. The project has several patio fruit trees and bushes to give away free to local people. You have to commit to taking photos of the trees throughout the year and using a web app to share the photos on www.knowlewest.co.uk. On Saturday 6th October, the fruit trees will be planted either in people’s gardens or the Belfast Walk Orchard. Meet at Belfast Walk at 11am. For more details or a free fruit tree or bush contact Misty on 0117 903 0444.

Gather veg

Wash veg

“No, I wasn’t interested – I don’t usually vote because I don’t know anything about the council or politics.” Karen Hopkins (23)

“I didn’t vote because I think they are all on the take…I’m an old age pensioner and they give you a rise in pension and then everything else goes up, like energy bills.” Terry (72)

@MerrywoodGPs: The sun is out at last - but remember to stay safe in the sun. Cover up and use sunscreen, particularly babies and young children

keep the grass cut and the weeds under control. Earlier in the month we also had the rescue of a baby fox cub, who was found tangled in some netting near the site. Let’s Grow Allotment is a local project, coordinated by the Knowle West Health Association, aiming to help local people who want to experience growing and cooking their own fruit and vegetables. Drop us a line: 0117 963 9569 or allotment @knowlewesthealthassoc.org.uk What’s your favourite meal and why? Share your food stories and read others’ online at www.knowlewest.co.uk Text KWFOOD then your message to 07786 205227 Texting the number costs the same as sending a text to a friend’s phone. Any messages you get back are free.

Food Reviews Whisk! Café, Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road. Reviewed by John Slinn

Furry friends at the Let’s Grow Allotment Andy Morrell (Allotment Co-ordinator)

Chop veg - all the same size

Add to bowl

Drizzle with dressing

Serve with fresh herbs

“I usually vote in the general election but I didn’t vote this time because I didn’t have a card. I would have if so.” Jean Buckle (67)

Texting the number costs the same as sending a text to a friend’s phone. Any messages you get back are free.

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Growers and gardeners support good living

Exciting things have been happening at the new Let’s Grow Allotment site, just off Andover Road. June saw the arrival of two sheep from Bramble Farm. These woolly friends will be working hard to

Whisk! café is a bright well-decorated room with nice sofas and seating. There are very friendly chefs who are knowledgeable about various freshly prepared foods. Food portions are generous, at reasonable prices, with a good mix of foods and drinks on offer. It’s child and baby friendly, so my wife uses the café quite regularly. I came with her today and I think it’s a great place to relax with the family. My wife would recommend Quesadilla and cakes!

@NForumFilwood: The Mede Sprint need volunteer mini-bus drivers aged over 21 with D1 on licence. For more info contact Suzanne Jones 0117 904 1220

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Festivals, awards and celebrations, summer 2012

Youth Moves Community Space Challenge

Local resident receives Lord Mayor’s Medal Ken Jones was one of 15 people awarded a Lord Mayor’s medal in April 2012, for his tireless volunteering and community work in Knowle West. Photo supplied by Kurt James

Youth Moves has secured extra funding to help improve the local environment and help bring the community together. Ben Carpenter, our new worker, is busy pulling together a number of projects. These include painting a football-themed mural in the Creswicke Road Playing Fields Pavillion, planting at Redcacth Park, doing up the courtyard at Filwood Community Centre and working with Knowle West Health Association to develop the Spring Field allotment site. If you would like to get involved in supporting any of these initiatives please call the Youth Moves office on 0117 903 9796 and ask to speak to Ben.

Celebrating the Jubilee Local resident Chris Copeland with the letter of thanks he received from Her Majesty the Queen, acknowledging the gift of a glass dish he sent her for her Diamond Jubilee. Photo: Knowle West Media Centre Knowle West Fest Local organisations joined together to host the Knowle West Fest at The Park in June. Young and old enjoyed survival skills training, football tournaments, and cooking and growing demos. Photos supplied by Ali Dale

Knowle West Health Park Summer Festival

‘Outstanding’ result! Headteacher Claire Shiner is pictured here with a child at Ilminster Avenue Specialist Children’s Centre as they celebrate being rated ‘Outstanding’ in their recent Ofsted inspection. Photo: Lil Bowers

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Through working with a group of young people, Youth Moves have been lucky enough to secure over £50k of funding to build a ‘Parkour’ (free-running) site at The Park. This development was completed in early July and we hope as many local people will make use of it as possible, from beginners all the way up to experts. To start off with, a coach will be available on Friday evenings from 6-8.30pm to show young people the moves and help them master new tricks - please come along or see Rich for more info.

Young Volunteer wins National Positive Futures Award

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People came from across Knowle West to celebrate 10 years of healthy living and enjoy an Olympic-themed festival. Pictured: football tournaments, the Lord Mayor cuts the ribbon, local organisations parade with their banners, residents admire the photography exhibition. Photos: Knowle West Media Centre

Parkour/ Free-running site at The Park and developments

David Johnson, a young person who volunteered with Youth Moves, has won a National ‘Life Changing’ Award with Positive Futures. David’s story - from leaving school at 16 with few qualifications and no vision of his future to recently gaining an apprenticeship with Youth Moves - impressed the judging panel and he won the award, against stiff competition from the other 90 projects around the country. David went up to London having been nominated and was delighted to find out he’d won. He said: “It is great to win this award and shows you can make a difference with the right attitude and support – I look forward to helping other young people change their lives through my work.”

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Interested in making music? Did you know that we have a music recording studio here at The Park that Youth Moves runs? We offer one-to-one or small group sessions to young people aged 13-19 who are interested in recording their own tracks, getting gigs, or just learning more about how to use the equipment we have. If you’re interested in booking in, then either come and see us at our office at The Park or call us on 0117 903 9796 to book a time to visit.

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Young people selected as official Olympic storytellers Sophie Hendy, Nlarge Photography

e were given the opportunity to go to the 2012 Paralympic World Cup on May 22nd because Nlarge Photography are official ‘Olympic Storytellers’ for BT: one of only 100 people/groups from across the UK selected to tell their stories about the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Before...

Catching the rays…

Photo: Nlarge Photography

and after!

We went on the first day of the World Cup. It was held at the Manchester Regional Arena, which meant we had to go by train to get there. It was a lot of fun on the train journey as we spent the time learning different photography techniques for when we were actually at the event. We got to the arena just as the events were starting. There were different track and field events going on, such as the javelin, shot-put, discus and 100 metres. It was amazing to see how fast the athletes could go! It was amazing to watch the races up close, rather than just on TV. As the World Cup was ending, Oscar Pistorius ran the 200 metres and came in first. It was exciting as he is a top paraathlete. He ran within a second of his all-time personal best. All in all, it was a very fun day and I was very glad that I had the chance to go.

Back in May Bristol Energy Co-op launched a £87,800 share offer, where people could invest money in two solar initiatives happening in Bristol – one in Stokes Croft and the other here in Knowle West. People could invest anything from £50 to £20,000, with the money being used to install solar panels on the roofs of Hamilton House and KWMC. Keep an eye out for our panels going up!

Forthcoming events Nlarge are a group of young photographers aged 13-19 based at KWMC. They meet on Tuesdays, 6-8pm, to develop their photography skills. They’ve undertaken professional commissions and had their work exhibited around Bristol.

The Summer Programme returns!

Two weeks of workshops for 10-16 year olds. Experiment with photography, film, music, performing arts, graffiti art, and more. 6th – 17th August (Mon-Fri). Contact Sandra.

Tattoo exhibition coming soon Who are we? We’ve been based here for over 15 years, supporting people to get the most out of digital technologies and the arts. Contact us: 0117 903 0444 www.kwmc.org.uk Find knowlewestmedia on Facebook and Twitter.

Do you have a tattoo – or more than one? Would you like to work with us to develop an exhibition about tattooing and body art? We’re looking for people who’d like to talk about what their tattoos mean to them and share their reasons and inspirations for having them done. Contact: Carol@kwmc.org.uk

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ant to get involved in an Olympic Sport? Try out the new outdoor Ping Pong table at the Health Park. Bring your own bats and balls or buy a set (two balls and two bats) from the office for only £3.50. Get fit and have a giggle: you know it’s a great way to have fun and get healthy. Young People’s Activities ffi: 0117 377 2255 Monday Junior Boot Camp: Contact Jason Hodge, 07855 465872. Tuesdays 1 - 5pm: Play Therapy, counselling for children (free). 4.30 - 5.30pm: Boxing, for 8-14 year olds (80p). 4.15pm: Play Rangers in the Park (free). Wednesdays 9.30 - 10am: Stretch-n-Grow, stories, songs and games for 2-5 year olds (80p). 9am - 1pm: Family counselling, for children and families (free). Call 0117 377 2256. 9am - 1pm: Young People’s Counselling, part of Focus on Families (free). Call 0117 377 2256. Thursdays 1 - 5.50pm: Play Therapy, counselling for children (free). Call 0117 377 2256. 4 - 5pm: Afterschool club, 4-12yrs: fun, active play (80p).

Adult Activities and Services Daily Activities at various times, call 0117 377 2255 for more info: Smoking cessation: it’s easier with support! (free). Pathways to Health: support to help you change your lifestyle and be happier (free). Parenting Courses: for parents or carers who would like support and advice

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Find out more about the full range of Health Park activities at our website www.knowlewesthealthpark.co.uk We need volunteers to help us run some of our groups and to be involved in our Board. Call 0117 377 2255 for more information. on parenting issues (free). Call Lisa / Katrina on 0117 978 2441 for more info. Self-development courses: providing skills and information for improving mental and emotional health (free). Call Garth on 0117 377 2256 for more info. Counselling for men and women who are struggling with life and want support (free). Call Garth on 0117 377 2256 for more info. Bootcamp: the way to get fit is now on daily at various times, with Jason Hodge. Ffi: www.hodgehealthandfitnesss.co.uk or 07855 465872. Mondays 10 - 11am: Armchair Exercise, gentle exercise for people with limited mobility (£2). 11am - 12pm: One Heart Walking Group, meets in the café for a guided walk of one or two miles (free), also provides information on joining the Two & Three Heart Groups. 9.30 - 10.30am & 4.30 - 5.30pm: Waist Watchers, support to lose weight. 6.30pm: Diabetes UK, meet the last Monday of the month.

Wednesdays 9.30am - 12.30pm: Health Matters, the fun and informative way to learn more about good health. Call Sally on 0117 903 0024 for more info (free). 6.15 - 7.30pm: Run fit running club (£4). Call Jason Hodge on 07855 465872. Thursdays 10am - 12pm: Fit and Fab, a support group for those wanting to make a change (free). 6 - 7pm: Step Aerobics, improve strength, stamina and flexibility (£3). 7 - 8pm: Absolute beginners, exercise class, a good place to start getting active (£2). Fridays 10am - 12pm: Lipreading class, for people who are beginning to lose their hearing, term time only (£1). 11am - 12.30pm: Thyroid Support Group, first Friday of the month (free).

Tuesdays 9.30am - 12pm: Smoking Cessation – Contact Bonnie on 0117 984 1650. 10am - 12pm: Art on Referral – Speak to Sue Cooke to find out more, 0117 377 2254. 6pm & 7pm: Hips, bums & tums, fat burning exercise to help all become trimmer (£3).

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a leader of outstanding practice for children from birth-5

“Children’s behaviour is outstanding… They play happily and harmoniously together…” Ofsted 2012

Looking for Daycare? Knowle West Children’s Centre is a unique place for children and families

Bristol South Music Workshop & Choir A friendly group which welcomes singers or players of all standards, including those who have never sung in a choir before.

7.30pm: Self-help instrumental groups (some guidance given) 8.50pm: Choir Music - mainly ‘classical’ - from various styles/periods “My son is much happier and now has a circle of friends. He is socializing Wednesdays, October to May, in our beautiful Choir – vocal and aural exercises. Singing more and more involved with things. have made too.” new venue, Knowle IDGE Learning Centre friends from music and memory and learning by ear. (Leinster Avenue, BS4 1NN) Occasional concerts for an audience of members ( Jenny - parent ) only!

New courses for 16-18 year olds beginning in September 2012 at The Park

Contact John Featherstone 0117 974 1937 www.music-and-choir.co.uk johnfeatherstone@freenetname.co.uk

The Park will be running a number of new educational courses for 16-18 year olds from September 2012. The courses will be to prepare young people for progression to employment, further education or apprenticeships. The courses are available in Construction, Childcare, Catering and Urban Performing Arts. 2nd Chance Project, also based at The Park, are running pre-apprenticeships and a Community Rugby Academy.

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Challenging

For more details please contact Louise Hunt on 0117 377 3669 or louise.hunt@bristol.gov.uk

“Teaching observed during the inspection was of an outstanding quality” Ofsted 2012

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