Saturday 13th December
10.30 am to 12.30 pm
PYCP CRAFT SALE AND PRIZE RAFFLE
Please share with family and friends, its not just for families with children attending PYCP. Anyone can come along!
SNEAK PEEK ALERT!
It’s still a couple weeks away, but have a look at our special Bonfire week programme!
Some clubs are the same, but others have changed so take note!
We would like to thank the Wooden Spoon Charity for their very generous funding towards the upgrade of our kitchen at Pilton Retreat in Ratho (writes LESLEY ROSS).
The kitchen has been well used over the years and was dated and in need of repair. This funding has transformed the kitchen.
It was officially opened on Friday by Roger Baird, former Scotland International rugby player.
What a great afternoon it was meeting members of the Wooden Spoon, talking about the work of MYDG and all the groups that visit and stay at Pilton Retreat.
It was a chance to showcase the facility and talk about the importance of the centre for children, young people and their families in particular those from the North Edinburgh area.
We spoke about the history of Pilton Retreat and we hope this afternoon has raised the profile of the centre – we have grown our contacts and partnership opportunities and the chance of more funding in the future from a range of sources.
What a great afternoon it was !!!.
Lesley Ross (Manager Pilton Retreat)
MONDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER from 4.30pm – 6.30pm FERRY ROAD DRIVE
**Calling All Volunteers young and old!**
We’re hosting a **Community Clean-Up** and we need YOUR help to make a difference! 
**Where?** The Arena Basketball Court, Ferry Road Drive
**When?** Monday 22nd September
**Time?** 4:30PM – 6:30PM (Clean-Up)
6:30PM – 7:30PM (Refreshments at PYCP – come relax and chat!)
Let’s come together to **tidy and improve the basketball court and surrounding green space**.
Whether you can spare 30 minutes or the whole time, every helping hand counts!
**Free refreshments afterwards** at PYCP – everyone welcome!
Let’s make The Arena a space we can all be proud of. 
**Supported by:** Places for People Pilton Youth and Children’s Project (PYCP), Police Scotland Edinburgh
**Tag a friend, share this post, and let’s build a cleaner, greener, more welcoming community together!**
Have a good look at our new programme below! We are so ready to welcome everyone back NEXT WEEK!
Please look carefully as some of our age groups have changed and we want you to come along to the right one! 
Children/Young people MUST have a new completed consent form to come along, any done before or during the summer holidays don’t count! Please follow this link to fill them in 
To all our PY Families and Friends – please share:
Support for Families
Are you the parent or carer of a neurodivergent child getting ready for the new school term and looking for a little extra support?
Check out supports available by visiting the Neurodiversity pages on the City of Edinburgh Support for Families webpages.
https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/additional…/neurodiversity
Find a range of other supports at on the other Support for Families webpages.
https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/supportforfamilies
or email supportingparentsancdcarers@edinburgh.gov.uk
#SupportForFamiliesNeurodiversity2025
We’re saddened to share that our community garden—lovingly tended by local children and dedicated volunteers—has been taken, and many of the vegetables we’ve grown together are gone.
This garden is more than just plants; it’s a space for learning, connection, and giving back. We’re asking for your help to spread the word and protect this special place.
Please share this post with your friends and family.
If you see or hear anything, let us know.
Let’s work together to keep our garden safe and thriving.
Thank you PY Team x
Support Our Youth Committee’s Sponsored Walk!
TOMORROW, Saturday May 31st, our intrepid young Youth Committee from Pilton Youth and Children’s Project will be embarking on a sponsored walk on the Pentland Hills to raise funds for our charity. We are reaching out to our amazing community for support.
Every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference.
Your contributions will help us continue providing essential services and opportunities for children and young people living in Pilton and the surrounding area.
https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/28035#!/DonationDetails
for anyone making a business donation use this link or email Debbie@pycp.co.uk for bank details https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/sponsoredwalkpy…
TUESDAY 20 MAY from 11am with PLACES FOR PEOPLE
To anyone in the local community please join Places for People for an Employability event workshop at Pilton Youth and Children’s Project (PYCP) on Tuesday next week 20th May.
11am – 12 midday start with presentation and workshops
12 midday – 2pm – One to one CV reviews.
Please share with anyone you know who may benefit from updating their CV and getting some help getting a job.
Any questions please get in touch.
We hope to see you there.
Aged 16-19 and looking to get into youth work?
Applications for the 25/26 North Edinburgh Youth Work Collaborative Traineeship are now open!
Work with us, @fetloryouthclub , @spartans_community_foundation , @muirhouseyouthdevelopmentgroup , and @piltonyouthchildren over the year and take your first step into the profession!
Deadline for apps is 23rd May and you can apply via the QR codes in the graphic attached!
GY x
