Active Futures Newham

Active Futures Newham is designed to tackle very low physical activity levels and deep inequalities among young people in Newham, particularly in Canning Town and Custom House—areas ranked among the most deprived nationally under the Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) and showing high Income Deprivation Affecting Children Index (IDACI) scores

We will engage 9-14 year olds through five weekly sessions, each 1.5 hours long, combining:

• 1 hour of fun, inclusive physical activity (non-competitive, confidence building)
• 30 min of holistic support (homework help, 1:1 mentoring, personal development)

Our project will directly engage around 75–100 young people each week.

In addition to direct participants, the project will benefit:

• Parents and families (especially from low-income backgrounds) who gain safe, structured activity for their children and wider family support.
• Schools and local partners (e.g. Rokeby, Keir Hardie, Eastlea) who see improved engagement, healthier students, and stronger community links.
• The wider community through reduced anti-social behaviour, healthier lifestyles, and stronger local connections.