The Curriculum Statement for Youth Work in Wales

The corporately developed Curriculum Statement for the Youth Service in Wales is deeply embedded in youth work practice. It's stated aim is to provide opportunities for young people that are

  • Educative
  • Participative
  • Empowering
  • Expressive

The curriculum is delivered in a wide range of settings, using a number of diverse activities involving young people in:

  • Informal and structured educational programmes which enhance their personal development

  • Places and relationships within which they can enjoy themselves, feel secure, supported and valued

  • Discussing issues relating to health, relationships, behaviour and responsibilities

  • Becoming sensitive to their community, local and global environments, culture and heritage

  • Finding challenge, recognition and achievement through adventurous activities

  • Receiving information and advice through the availability of published material, guidance, counselling and group discussion

  • Developing skills through individual or team sports, and taking part in informal recreational activities in a safe environment

  • Developing expressive skills through participation in dance, music, visual arts, drama and role play

  • Travelling; experiencing residential opportunities and international exchanges

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