Education Support
Education Support & Mentoring
Empowering young people to excel academically and reach their full potential.
Service overview
Practical, culturally informed support
SYDRC supports young people with school mentoring, one-to-one advice, career guidance, achievement recognition, and access to relatable role models.
- School mentoring and homework confidence
- Education, career pathway, and personal development advice
- Annual Achievement Awards celebrating students from the community
- Career Day with local professionals from different industries
Education Support
Our Educational Programmes
School Mentoring Programme
Our mentoring programme addresses disengagement, attainment gaps, and exclusions in schools through one-on-one and group mentoring sessions.
- Relatable role models for students
- Conflict management and leadership skills
- Goal setting and academic support
- 60+ young people positively impacted
Thursday Youth Advice
One-on-one advice sessions for youth aged 11-17, focusing on education, career pathways, and personal development.
- Tailored guidance on academic challenges
- Career pathway exploration
- University application support
- Employment readiness training
Annual Achievement Awards
Since 2001, SYDRC has celebrated academic excellence across the community. The ceremony motivates young people to excel academically and instils a culture of aspiration.
- Students recognised through community celebration
- A culture of aspiration and academic pride
- Contributed to a major increase in GCSE pass rates from 3.1% in 1999
Annual Career Day
Career Day connects young people with local professionals from different industries, offering guidance on qualifications, career pathways, and networking opportunities.
- Engineering, law, medicine, IT, entrepreneurship, and education
- Meet successful local professionals
- Build professional networks and get practical career advice
Get Support
Speak to the SYDRC team about education support. We will guide you to the right support, session, or next step.