What we offer
Our Approach in Practice
Broadleaf offers a structured programme of creative, social and nature-based opportunities, designed to support connection, confidence and wellbeing.
These are not standalone activities, but are part of a relational, long-term approach, where trust builds over time and families are supported as a whole.
Everything we offer is grounded in the Broadleaf Approach:
Small, consistent groups where relationships can grow
Families remain part of the space, building safety alongside their child
Skilled facilitators who prioritise connection over outcomes
Flexible engagement, allowing young people to participate in their own way
Calm, low-pressure environments where children can be themselves
We shape the space around the child, not the child around the space.
Our Programmes
Our work takes shape through a range of connected programmes, each offering different ways for children and families to engage.
Teen Programme
A core part of Broadleaf, our teen groups provide consistent, relational spaces where young people can:
Build friendships and social confidence
Explore identity, voice and belonging
Engage in creative, discussion-based and real-world projects
Sessions are responsive to the group, with a focus on trust, safety and long-term connection.
Creative & Arts
Art, music, theatre and collaborative projects offer opportunities for expression, confidence and connection.
Art Clubs
Musical Theatre
Dance
Music
Performance
These sessions are not outcome-driven, instead they are spaces where young people can explore creativity at their own pace, supported by skilled facilitators.
Nature-based Projects
Our outdoor programmes use the New Forest landscape to support wellbeing, creativity and connection to place.
This includes:
Opportunities to work towards John Muir Awards
Community Allotment Sessions
Nature Art
Woodland-based experiences
Time outdoors provides space to regulate, explore and connect in ways which feel natural and unpressured.
Family & Early Years
We offer gentle, welcoming spaces for younger children and their families, where:
Parents can remain present and supported
Children can engage at their own pace
Relationships between families begin to grow
These sessions often form the first step into the Broadleaf community.
Parent Community
Alongside all of our programmes, we hold space for parents to:
Build peer relationships
Share experiences and support one another
Feel less isolated and more confident
Access expert advice on Home Education, access to GCSE exams and much more
This is a vital part of our work—supporting the whole family, not just the child.
Connection to Support & Opportunities
Broadleaf also acts as a central access point, connecting families to:
Health and wellbeing services
Onsite collaboration drop-ins with NHS and LA partners
Specialist knowledge and guidance
Research and collaboration opportunities
Information, signposting and advocacy
We work closely with partners to ensure families can access the support they need, when they need it.
While our programmes vary, they are all part of one connected community.
Families often engage across multiple areas, building relationships that extend beyond sessions and continue over time.
This is what makes Broadleaf different - not just what we offer, but how it connects.