Online Summer Club 2026
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Reflection + Exploration + Mentoring
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Preventing Summer Learning Loss
The long break often brings what's known as summer learning loss, that's the "summer slide" that happens when young people switch off for six weeks and head back to school having quietly lost ground, in confidence and motivation as much as in knowledge. Our clubs keep that momentum alive. Through small-group Youth Mentoring, honest reflection and hands-on experiences, young people stay curious, engaged and growing right through the summer.
Whether they join us online from the comfort of home or face-to-face for beach trips, swimming and more, every young person is guided by trained, caring Youth Mentors who help them set goals, build resilience and discover their strengths — so the new term starts with a spring in their step, not a standing start.
Reflect. Explore. Grow — ready for September.
Learn more about what we do on socials — search @thementoringlab.
Whether they join us online from the comfort of home or face-to-face for beach trips, swimming and more, every young person is guided by trained, caring Youth Mentors who help them set goals, build resilience and discover their strengths — so the new term starts with a spring in their step, not a standing start.
Reflect. Explore. Grow — ready for September.
Learn more about what we do on socials — search @thementoringlab.
Pick a Club
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Back-to-School Academics
Daily, 10:00–11:00 Start September ahead, not behind, with a daily morning boost that keeps minds active over the summer. Young people build study habits, organisation and subject confidence, and set goals for the new term. Expect a small, friendly online group, practical tips and gentle accountability. Facilitated by Elif, Maria, Daniel and more, all trained Youth Mentor equipped to support young people get organised, motivated and ready for the new school year in September. |
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Girls Only Summer Club
Daily, 11:00–12:00 A safe, supportive space just for girls to grow in confidence and self-worth. Together they explore identity, healthy boundaries, friendships and wellbeing, online and offline. Expect a small, girls-only group with trained Mentors and a warm, judgement-free atmosphere. Facilitated by Angella, Maria, Elif and many more trained and equipped youth Mentor, who creates safe, encouraging spaces for girls to be heard. |
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Confidently Me!
Inclusive Meet & Greet Daily, 13:00–14:00 A relaxed, inclusive lunchtime meet-up where young people with feels they belong. The focus is building confidence, social connection and self-expression at a gentle, welcoming pace. Expect friendly games and conversation, designed to be accessible and SEND-Affirming. Facilitated by Jade and Annie inclusive Youth Mentor equipped to ensure every young person feel seen and supported. |
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Supporting Young People at Risk
Specialist Group Mentoring Daily, 14:00–15:00 A steady, supportive space for young people facing extra challenges in life. Together they build resilience, good decision-making and a stronger support network. Expect a small group, trained Mentors and a calm, non-judgemental place to talk and grow. Facilitated by Yohan, Victor and many more Youth Mentors who show up every day to support young people through tough patches. |
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Preparing for the Next Chapter
Peer to Peer Group Mentoring Daily, 17:00–18:00 Peer-led mentoring to help young people step confidently into whatever comes next. They navigate transitions — school, college, university, work — build employability and map out their next steps. Expect relatable peer Mentors, honest conversation and practical tools like CVs and applications. Facilitated by our peer Mentors Sunainah, Clementine and Sylvio, aged 18 years+, who have recently walked the same path themselves. |
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Boys Summer Club
Identity & Masculinity, Daily, 18:00–19:00 A positive space for boys to explore identity, character and confidence. Together they develop emotional awareness, healthy role models and a sense of direction. Expect a small group with male Mentors, honest conversation and a real sense of brotherhood. Facilitated by Daniel, Yohane, Victor and many more, all trained Youth Mentors equipped to support boys grow in character, confidence and self-belief. |
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Our Youth MentorsThe Summer Online Club sessions are led by Vetted, trained and supported Youth Mentors who inspire, guide, and empower young people in navigating life to reach their full potential.
Safety First
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Our Peer Mentors: Building Community from Within Our Neighbourhood-Based Peer Mentoring represents a powerful grassroots approach that transforms young people's lives the spaces which they live.
Turning isolation into connected communities of mutual support. Rather than extracting young people from their environments, this model recognises the social housing estates and the people that live on them as sites of strength, relationship-building, and positive change. |
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Using strengths-based approachesSince 2019, we have been operating directly on social housing estates in Homerton in Hackney. Our peer mentoring model leverages the organic relationships that already exist within the community.
Creating better LivesYoung people aged 14-21 are trained as peer mentors to support younger residents aged 8-14 who may be experiencing lack of opportunities, social networks, educational challenges, the results of youth violence, mental health, social isolation, and barriers to accessing services
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An asset-led ecosystem
The beauty of this approach lies in its proximity - peer mentors and mentees often live in the same blocks, and our team lives either in or close to the neighbourhood, creating authentic relationships built on shared experiences and geographical belonging. Supporting our team, including peer mentors are an amazing network of parent supports who assist with delivering and promoting our services and corporate volunteers who provide free career mentoring.
Current Partners
Mentoring For Youth
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Eequ Booking System
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Hackney Youth Leaders Project
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Training + Skills Development
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Peer Mentoring Project
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Safe Friendships + Trips
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What is Game Time
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Team Challenges + Training
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Become a Game Time Youth Leader
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Each year young people aged 13-18 take the lead, as peer mentors, supporting our Game Time project to ensure every child matters and is engaged in the programme.
Qualifications our youth leaders gain include: First Aid, L1 - L2 Youth Sports coach, Peer Mentoring Certificate, Food Hygiene, Open Learning Certificate in Understanding Customers, and AqA Award in Project Management. Our youth leaders also gain: - The qualities and character required for work - Confidence in sharing views, opinions and ideas - Self esteem and value of life - Improved quality of life - Growth mindset and beneficial decision making - Better understanding of career options / routes - Confidence in travelling in and around Hackney. |
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