By Stephen Ciupek-Anandan Working with children and young people has always been close to my heart, especially when it comes to helping them express themselves in ways that feel natural, creative, and safe. Since joining the Community Support Team (CST) in Devon, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with children who are facing emotional […]

We are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership that brings even more opportunities for young people with additional needs to develop vital life skills through swimming. The Community Support Team is now working alongside LeviSwims and Level Water, a national charity dedicated to improving access to one-to-one swimming lessons for children with disabilities and […]

At CST, we believe in the power of creativity, community, and citizenship. That’s why we’re proud to announce a packed calendar of exciting projects and events across spring and summer under the banner of CST Makes – a celebration of making and doing together. Whether it’s creating art, caring for the planet, cooking up a […]

Introducing… CST Makes! Creativity. Connection. Community. We’re thrilled to launch @cst.makes, the brand-new Instagram account from the Community Support Team, dedicated to celebrating the creativity, collaboration, and achievements of our amazing young people. CST Makes is all about making and doing together. It’s a space to share, showcase, and celebrate the wide range of activities, […]

At the Community Support Team, we are dedicated to providing bespoke educational packages tailored to the unique needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (Autism, mental health issues and more). One of our core services is offering alternative provision through one-to-one mentoring and tutoring, designed to support learners who face challenges in […]

Last week, we had the incredible honor of attending the Devon Women in Business Awards, where Community Support Team was recognised as finalists in five categories! This recognition reflects the dedication, innovation, and passion our team brings to the work we do every day.  We are particularly thrilled to celebrate Andrea, our Deputy Head of […]

We are incredibly happy to continue our support of the local community and the schools we work with. We know that there are so many young people who have genuine anxieties and fears around education and attending school. The Community Support Team’s commitment to supporting local community projects and local groups is at the core of all we do. We are […]