SEND Youth Provision in Cheshire West: Safe Spaces, Skills & Support for Young People

Joanne Southall • March 31, 2025

Finding the right social opportunities and support for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) can be a challenge. That’s why the Cheshire West and Chester Youth Service provides free, inclusive, and engaging youth provisions across the borough.

 

These safe and welcoming spaces allow young people aged 11 to 25 to socialise, build life skills, and access support, all while having fun and meeting new friends.



What Does the SEND Youth Provision Offer?

 

The Choices SEND Projects run across Chester, Ellesmere Port, Northwich, and Winsford, offering:

 

✅ Social and Life Skills Development – Activities focus on personal safety, healthy relationships, budgeting, independent living, and teamwork.

✅ Creative & Recreational Fun – Enjoy arts and crafts, music, pool, table tennis, and healthy cooking.

✅ A Voice in Planning – Young people help shape events and activities that matter to them.

✅ One-to-One Support – Access guidance on mental health, relationships, and other concerns from trained youth workers.

 

These sessions create an environment where young people can thrive, gain confidence, and develop essential life skills in an informal, supportive setting.

 

 

Where & When?

 

Chester – Choices SEND Project

📍 Northgate Locks Resource Centre, Canal Street, Chester, CH1 4EJ

🕡 Wednesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Ellesmere Port – Choices SEND Project

📍 Salvation Army, Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 6RS

🕡 Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

 

Northwich – Choices SEND Project

📍 Northwich and District Youth Centre, Winnington Lane, Northwich, CW8 1AW

🕖 Mondays, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

 

Winsford – Choices SEND Project 

📍 New Images Community Centre, Nixon Drive, Winsford, CW7 2HG

🕖 Thursdays, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

 

💰 All sessions are free of charge!

 

The Cheshire West and Chester Youth Service is part of the Early Help and Prevention Service, offering a range of youth provisions alongside the SEND projects: 

Open to all young people with or without additional needs 

 

🌈 LGBTQ+ Youth Provision – Safe spaces for LGBTQ+ young people.

🏀 Youth Zones – Activity hubs with sports, arts, and social events.

🚶‍♂️ Detached Youth Work – Outreach support in community spaces.

🛑 Youth ASB Diversionary Events (YADE) – Pop-up youth zones tackling anti-social behaviour.

 

Young people can also access advice and guidance on key issues such as mental health, self-harm, relationships, substance use, and online safety.

 

 

 

Get Involved

If you know a young person who could benefit from SEND youth provision, or you’d like more information, you can contact:

 

📞 Youth Work Officer – 01244 977720

📧 Email – YoungPeoplesService@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

 

By providing safe spaces, fun activities, and essential life skills, these sessions help young people with SEND connect, grow, and thrive in their community.

 

Spread the word—this free resource could make a huge difference to a young person’s life!



If you have any other questions, please email us at: contact.pcfcwac@gmail.com or call 07900 840867



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