Important Dates & Session Times
Stay up to date with key events, mentoring sessions, and residentials across all First Star UK programmes.
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Your Next Online Group Sessions
Foundations for Brighter Futures
Years 5–7 (Ages 9–11)
In-Person Meetup – Monday 20 October 2025 (Half Term)
We’re excited to invite you and your young person to our First Star Foundations in-person meet-up at University College London (UCL) on Monday 20th October at 14:00.
This is a key moment to:
- Collect your young person’s brand-new laptop and case
- Get an introduction to First Star Foundations and what’s ahead
- Meet the team and fellow carers
- Enjoy a guided campus tour led by UCL ambassadors
Wednesday 26 November 2025 | Growth Mindset Games |
Wednesday 17 December 2025 | Creative Problem Solving |
Wednesday 07 January 2026 | Adventures in Reading & Story Exploration |
Wednesday 04 February 2026 | Everyday Maths Explorers |
Wednesday 25 March 2026 | Big Feelings & Calm Tools |
Wednesday 29 April 2026 | Teamwork and Communication |
Wednesday 20 May 2026 | Celebrating My Culture |
Wednesday 01 July 2026 | Science Fun: Curiosity Day |
Pathway to Excellence
Years 8–11 (Ages 12–16)
All sessions at 18:00 with Ian
Session Date | Focus |
Tuesday 30 September 2025 | Icebreakers & My Journey So Far Online Safety |
Tuesday 28 October 2025 | My Strengths & Hopes Prevent |
Tuesday 25 November 2025 | Study Skills Toolbox |
Tuesday 16 December 2025 | English Essentials Refresher |
Tuesday 06 January 2026 | Role Models & Real-Life Goals |
Tuesday 03 February 2026 | Career Chats + English/Maths Games |
Tuesday 24 March 2026 | Motivation & Mindset |
Tuesday 28 April 2026 | Practice Papers & Exam Stress Management |
Tuesday 19 May 2026 | Revising with Purpose |
Tuesday 30 June 2026 | Getting Ready for Exams |
Empowering Independence
Year 12 (Ages 17+)
All sessions at 19:00 with Diarmuid
Session Date | Focus |
Tuesday 30 September 2025 | Icebreakers & Vision Mapping Online Safety |
Tuesday 28 October 2025 | Extra One to One sessions booked with Diarmuid |
Tuesday 25 November 2025 | Budgeting & Time Management Prevent |
Tuesday 16 December 2025 | Communication for Life & Work |
Tuesday 06 January 2026 | Self-Advocacy & Wellbeing |
Tuesday 03 February 2026 | Career Planning Workshop |
Tuesday 24 March 2026 | Writing for the Real World |
Tuesday 28 April 2026 | Interview & CV Masterclass |
Tuesday 19 May 2026 | Life Admin: Housing, Benefits |
Tuesday 30 June 2026 | Transition Plans + Q&A |
Your Next Residential
The STEM Centre York
Monday 30th March 2026
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Thursday 2nd April 2026
University College London
Dates to be confirmed, but planning for:
Monday 10th August 2026
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Friday 14th August 2026
Emmanuel College Cambridge
Dates to be confirmed, but planning for:
Monday 27th July2026
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Friday 31st July 2026