The Young Leaders Academy
At LYLA (Lewisham Young Leaders Academy), also a part of YLA (Young Leaders Academy) are a supplementary provision focusing on developing critical skills for Young People of African, Caribbean and Dual Heritage background, from age 8 - 16 years old.
Our aim is to prepare them to excel in various aspects of their lives - and we couldn't do it without you.
Find out more about who we are and how we operate, and how we push for the development and success of every Young Person who walks through our door.
Our Programme
Discover the programmes and events we run, to create opportunities, confidence and improvements in the lives of Young People.
How your money is spent
Find out how we use your generous donations in our mission to improve the lives and prospects of Young People.
Meet the team
Meet the team that head up the YLA, and bring our mission to life.
How to volunteer
We are always looking for people who can come and speak to our Young People on varying topics. Please reach out to have a chat with us!
12 Leadership Traits
We Give Thanks To Our Directors & Mentors
Our Directors & Mentors bring decades of experience across multiple industries, including law, education, financial services, accounting and business to the Academy together with a passion that is unmatched. We are committed to the betterment of the next generation and have great partnerships in our professional and personal networks. This enables all of our young leaders to benefit from our expertise plus our Mentoring Plus Scheme, granting our children access to knowledge, contacts and opportunities that will further their success and our collective mission.
We Thank You For Supporting Our Mission!
You can make regular donations or set up a standing order to LYLA using our Young Leaders Academy Details:
Account Holder:
Young Leaders Academy Ltd
Bank Name: Barclays Bank PLC
Sort Code: 20-76-90
Account Number: 93305627
Our Parents Are Simply The Best!
My son was so happy telling me about his day but then remembered that next Saturday will be his last day before half term, and he felt so sad! This shows me how great LYLA is for him. Thank you all for this opportunity.
Proud Parent
My son had so much fun today and it was a good bonding experience. I cannot thank everyone enough who is in involved who makes LYLA possible, and for giving so freely of your time to us - we really appreciate it!
Proud Parent
NRCSE Award
Our Parent Academy - The Westside Young Leaders Academy aka WYLA which is a part of the Young Leaders Academy LTD, were awarded the Quality Mark from the National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education in April 2020.
The Quality Mark includes:
Governance training and revision of all the school’s policies and procedures to ensure that provision is both safe and effective
Preparation of a portfolio of evidence which has been scrutinised by experts in the fields of education and community sector management.
Observational visits of classes in action by a professional supplementary schools’ mentor and a witness report detailing the learning environment, teaching taking place, assessment of the school’s planning, including evaluation and community engagement.
