RESOURCES
Welcome to the SYT Resources page!
We’re delighted that you found us! Here, you can find helpful:
- Resources
- Website links
- Sign-posting
…all the things that have inspired us, that we believe in and that we work with to develop and that help refine our ways of working at SYT as we work towards being a neuro affirming organisation that is responsive to the needs and desires of children and young people across Somerset.
We recognise the need to update this page regularly, so please pop back when you can and see what goodies we find as we work together towards a world where all young people’s voices matter.
SYT Inclusive Environments Toolkit
Practical ideas for creating accessible & engaging spaces for children and young people
SYT Autism in the Arts Passport
Designed to help ASD individuals to communicate their needs and preferences
SYT Sensory Audit Template
We use this template to plan for, consider and meet the sensory needs of children and young people in our delivery of activities.
SYT Session Plan Pack
This pack gives you the tools you need to organise and plan your sessions and activities – includes helpful tips.
SYT Example Risk Assessment
We use this as a base level template and expand where needed, depending on the event / activity
SYT Example Safeguarding Policy
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, you are welcome to use our Safeguarding policy to build your own.
The Youth Theatre Census Summary Report 2024
Fabulous report from Youth Theatre Alliance, highlights the roles of Youth Theatres in the community and exposes the challenges they face
The Access Manifesto: A New Chapter for the Arts
A wonderful document written and performed by Maisy Gordon & Ayzah Ahmed, that we suggest anyone working children and young people should read “access should no longer be uncommon”
Creating Inclusive Provision
A toolkit from Mott MacDonald for providers of wraparound childcare, breakfast clubs and holiday activities and food programmes.
Suggested Link - Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and a crucial part of your work when working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership provide guidance and support for anybody working with children, young people and families across Somerset.
Mental Health & Neuro Divergence
A collection of infographics from Sunshine Support, each is a quick visual reference to help with the understanding of Mental Health, Neuro Divergence and other problems that young people face
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