8 April 2024
We’ve recently released the 2023 Impact Report for our Bath Nightstop and Daystop services.
Nightstop provides emergency, temporary accommodation for young people in the homes of local volunteer hosts. The service works directly with young people aged 18-25 who are at risk of becoming homeless. Our Daystop room offers a safe place for young... Read more
2 April 2024
April is Stress Awareness Month and at YMCA Brunel Group, we believe in the importance of balancing Body, Mind, and Spirit.
This is symbolised by our YMCA logo and the use of a triangle that runs through all our work – the 3 corners represent: mind, body and spirit and was what the YMCA was built upon. The YMCA is 180... Read more
27 March 2024
Bridging Generations: A Heartwarming Connection Between Humpty Dumpty Nursery and Penn Court Residents
Community is at the heart of what we do at YMCA Brunel Group. Our nursery staff are excellent at embedding our values in the children’s learning. Our nursery in Calne, Humpty Dumpty, perfectly demonstrates a commitment to community engagement, compassionate... Read more
19 March 2024
At the beginning of this year, Support Worker Ellen organised an art contest which sought to provide a platform for young individuals at risk of homelessness to share their journeys through the transformative power of creativity.
We invited young people residing with YMCA Brunel Group to submit artworks that captured their experiences of the past year. From facing personal struggles to achieving triumphs, each artwork showcased the inner strength and resilience of every individual. The diversity... Read more
13 March 2024
At YMCA Green Shoots Nursery, we understand the importance of outdoor play in early childhood development.
However, we faced a significant challenge when our outdoor play area became unsuitable for our children, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The gravel supplied by a previous contractor was too large and uncontained, spreading across the playground and... Read more
5 March 2024
We are extremely proud and excited to celebrate the recent graduates of the Level Two Gym Instructor qualification program here at the YMCA Gym in Bath.
These individuals have shown dedication and determination, completing their training through the YMCA Health and Wellbeing Centre under the guidance of manager Simon. Commencing in the autumn of 2023, the course demanded rigorous effort from its participants. Theory exams, practical... Read more
1 March 2024
Today marks one year since we reopened our doors to guests at The Bristol Wing! It has been quite a year, but we wouldn’t change a thing.
A quick overview of The Bristol Wing: We opened as a commercial hostel with a social purpose in 2016. During this time, we were also running The Kitchen as well as providing supporting housing to young people in 9 of... Read more
22 February 2024
Each year, the YMCA Bath Gym organise a Christmas Party, where members and staff come together to celebrate with a pub quiz, a raffle, and a great time.
With approximately 100 attendees, the event proved to be an excellent fundraising opportunity for the wider charity. Funds raised from the party totalled just over £900. Determined to make a meaningful impact, the gym team worked with Marketing & Fundraising... Read more
20 February 2024
We are so pleased to announce that our Lyneham nursery, Little Ducklings, has been award £80,000
from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to go towards improving the outdoor space. This fund will shape the future of our children’s learning environment and allow for further training for our staff so we can ensure the best possible... Read more
13 February 2024
YMCA Brunel Group Youth Workers Ali and Natalie’s recently attained their Level 3 Qualification in Youth Work, a significant milestone in their careers and a well-earned achievement!
Youth work is big part of what we do to help young people belong, contribute and thrive, and it is staff like Natalie and Ali who make our programs stand out. Our YMCA Brunel Group values underpin all of our... Read more
