Summer of a Lifetime
What is Summer of a Lifetime?
Summer of a Lifetime is aimed at young people in year 11 who have just completed their G.C.S.Es and who are up for a challenge over their summer. It will be one of the most motivational and rewarding experiences of a young person's life. Summer of a Lifetime gives young people the opportunity to:gain confidence develop skills meet new people, make a difference to their local community, be challenged have fun!
Summer of a Lifetime is part of the National Citizen Service Programme and gives year 11 students the chance to gain some valuable life skills as well as provide a focus for their summer holidays. The National Citizen Service Programme is a Big Society initiative, supporting young people from all backgrounds to work together, take on new challenges, have fun and engage in their communities - making lifelong friends along the way.
Sign up for the programme here
Want to find out more information first? Register your interest here
Want to know what you'll get up to? Watch this great video:
VODA Summer of a Lifetime from Robin Fry on Vimeo.
Feedback from young people:
I would definitely recommend the Summer of a Lifetime project to other young people because you learn new skills and have a really good time throughout the summer, and it was all free. I have just started my A-levels and will definitely be looking to continue volunteering in the future. Thank you for the opportunity to be involved this summer." Cassandra, Blackburn
"This has to be the BEST SUMMER EVER! It’s been so much fun and a great laugh I’ve learnt so much and learning sign language was really fun and I never thought I would of been able to learn that in a short time! I have made loads of new friends and have improved my skills. I think everyone who didn’t take part in this programme has missed out on a great summer! THANK YOU!” Sarah-Anne, Tyneside
Feedback from parents:
My son has spent two and a half years in hospital and in that time lost confidence and contact with friends. I was worried he would not enjoy this Summer of a lifetime, but what a change I have seen in him, his confidence, his development and the friendships he has made, I am so proud and pleased for him. Thank you so much for the opportunity you have given him, and thanks to the staff and volunteers.” Participant’s mum
Thanks for giving my daughter a wonderful experience; she really did have a summer of a lifetime.” Parent, London
