Yesterday THRiVE Newtownabbey was delighted to host senior leaders from the Department of Education and the Department for the Economy at Monkstown Boxing Club for a morning of sharing how we are collaborating with local schools to improve outcomes for children and young people.

A particular highlight of the morning was the opportunity for parents and young people to speak about their experiences of both the BOOST programme in local Primary Schools and the In Your Corner project at Monkstown Boxing Club, in particular, how both have improved learning and achievement and boosted the confidence and wellbeing of the children and young people taking part.