Learning and young people

Education comes in many forms for both young people and adults. We provide spaces where members of different ages can learn in a welcoming space. Our youth team are passionate about Gypsy and Traveller young people, helping them gain confidence and succeed.

Gypsies and Travellers have the right to a safe and nurturing school environment and to go onto college and university if they choose to. Many of our members choose to home-school their children and we offer support to families on their options.

Our youth team can support you/your children to get involved in our groups, meet new people and build confidence.

Young People are at the heart of everything we do, deciding what they want to do and having their voice heard. We invest in our young people, because they are the future.

Support on offer

Our support is tailored to the individual and we work around you and your family. Here’s an example of what’s available:

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    Dedicated youth space at our building
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    Support from experienced youth workers
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    Homework groups with small group support
  • Weekly youth groups
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    Homework clubs
  • Access to learning resources and homework packs
  • Reading support for adults

Learning services

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Meet our Youth and Learning team

Grace Cunningham

Grace Cunningham

Youth Coordinator

Lavanna Joyce

Lavanna Joyce

Youth Work Assistant

Angela Allen

Angela Allen

Community Tutor

Billy Hall

Wakefield and Bradford Youth Worker

Resources and reports

 

Primary School Book List

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Higher Education Opportunities for Gypsy, Traveller and Roma young people in West Yorkshire

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Primary School Pack 2025

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Make a referral

If you are from a partner organisation or other service and would like to refer someone to us for support, please download and fill in our referral form by clicking the link below.

Please send it back to our secure inbox – confidential@leedsgate.co.uk with ‘referral’ in the subject line so we can easily find it and ensure it is forwarded to the right staff member. 

Leeds GATE – Referral form

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The reason I come to Leeds GATE is because of being bullied in school and all the racism in school. It’s a place where you can feel safe like you’re not gonna get bullied cause we’re all Travellers. It’s good there because you get to learn everything you want and you’re not forced to do anything you don’t want to do.

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Get in touch

Call our phoneline on 0113 240 2444

If you or your child would like to get involved or request any support, you can reach us during our opening hours between 9am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. You can book an appointment or just find out more.

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