Support That Fits
Engage
Supporting young people through the transition from primary to secondary school, helping build confidence, friendships, emotional wellbeing and a sense of belonging.
- Focus
- Primary to secondary transition
- Approach
- Mentoring and groupwork
What to expect
Group activities and mentoring give young people opportunities to get to know others, develop confidence and talk about moving to secondary school.
Taking part
Contact TD1 or speak to your child’s primary school to ask about Engage. The team will explain who the current programme is for and how referrals and participation work.
Ask about EngageRelationships. Opportunities. Progress.
Small steps. Growing confidence.
Helping young people build relationships and prepare for their move to secondary school.
individual young people took part
groupwork sessions delivered
Source: TD1 Impact Report 2025.
Adapted and anonymised from the 2025 Impact Report
Finding confidence in new spaces
A young person joined Engage feeling anxious about the move to high school. They chose small goals with staff, used creative activities to explore feelings and gradually joined wider TD1 activities. Predictable routines and trusted relationships helped them build friendships and practise social skills. Over time, they began asking for help when needed and welcoming newer young people to the hub.
“I love TD1. I like talking to all the staff, I have lots of fun and it has given me confidence.”
An Engage participant · TD1 Impact Report 2025
Feeling safe and supported
You can talk to a youth worker if something worries you or makes it difficult to take part. We listen and take concerns seriously. We cannot promise to keep information secret if sharing it is needed to help keep someone safe.
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If someone is in immediate danger, call 999.