STEP Swindon

STEP (Swindon) is a registered charity, helping over 400 children and young people a year to build resilience, confidence and connection. For a copy of our referral form please click the link below

Referral Form

STEP Swindon

STEP (Swindon) is a registered charity, helping over 400 children and young people a year to build resilience, confidence and connection. For a copy of our referral form please click the link below

Referral Form
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Our Approach

We use a bespoke, solution focused ‘whatever’ it takes approach, building a thorough understanding of the child’s needs and developing a trusting therapeutic relationship. This helps us support the child or young person to identify their own strengths and skills to then find effective ways of managing their emotional wellbeing, mental health and, or behaviours

With all our therapeutic groups, sessions are designed using a wide range of activities:

Team Building Games and Icebreakers
Social Skills, Feelings Cards and Worksheets
Role Play
Discussion
Problem Solving Activities, and Art and Craft
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We also incorporate guided relaxation and mindfulness into all of our sessions

Groups

STEP works with more than 300 children and young people each year, providing support and life management skills to some of the most vulnerable in our community. STEP is perhaps most well-known for ‘Evening Groups’ but the exact projects these involve vary according to current needs and the funding received.

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Bespoke Support Packages for Schools

At STEP Swindon, we offer bespoke support packages for schools as a traded service, designed to enhance the wellbeing and development of young people. Our team specialises in therapeutic group work that supports mental health, neurodiversity, and behaviour management, helping students thrive emotionally, socially and academically.

We understand that every school community is different, which is why we work closely with you to tailor interventions that meet your specific needs. Whether you’re looking for ongoing group sessions or targeted short-term interventions, we’re here to support your students in a meaningful and impactful way.

Our bespoke packages can include:

Get in touch with us directly to start a conversation to explore how we can work together to create a positive impact in your school community

Email: tdstep@outlook.com or Telephone 01793 209180

Testimonials

STEP welcomes feedback from our parents/carers, referrers and stakeholders which in turn helps to shape our service.
STEP has given my child the confidence to try new things and met new people and form friendships with like-minded people.
Parent
I am now able to talk easier with my child.
Parent
We have a big hectic family; STEP has given my daughter time to focus on herself.
Parent
My son is more understanding towards his family and their feelings.
Parent
Less fighting in school now. My daughter is better at walking away from her sister, she will go to her room to avoid arguing.
Parent
Communication between us all has improved. We are not afraid to talk about things now.
Parent
His anger has subsided and he can manage situations better. A happy son means a happier life for us all.
Parent
Great job, thank you. You do everything you can to help. You have been kind, very accommodating and listened to us.
Parent
Over time, STEP has been proven to be the most effective intervention for the young people referred. Swindon would be a much poorer place without STEP.
Referrer
STEP has proved support to our students who are experiencing difficulties at home or school. We see how successful referrals have been, as well as how positive pupil feedback is.
Referrer
I consider STEP to be an invaluable service. I have witnessed first-hand the difference attending STEP has made – developing social skills, building resilience, raising self-esteem and building confidence. The staff are professional and it is clear they are committed to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
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We Have Great Fun!

Our sessions are designed to not only work on tough issues, but we also ensure that all young people have as much fun as possible.

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Get In Touch

Please use this form to send us a message. We welcome all comments and feedback to ensure we are providing the best service possible. If you need a referral form, or have any questions, please get in touch. Please ensure you provide your contact details so we can contact you.