KeepOut programmes at HMP Send

The professionally developed programmes we offer are aimed at young people – low or medium risk – who are already engaged in a programme of intervention or prevention. The visit to the prison and the KeepOut workshops should be part of a planned programme of learning – we give priority to these groups.

Low Risk – One-off Intervention
These young people will either be involved in committing crime or have been identified as being at risk of becoming involved in criminal activity.

• This one-off intervention focuses them on personal responsibility; consequences and victim empathy.

• The young people learn from prisoners about the effect of their behaviour on others and the penalties they face if they decide to be involved in anti-social or offending activities.

• Young people will experience a broad range of delivery methods including group discussions, role play, prisoner testimonials, personal feedback, interactive games and exercises.

Medium Risk – Extended Programme
These young people, who might already have attended the KeepOut one-off workshop, will be offered an extended programme over an agreed timescale covering topics based on their specific needs.

• This programme could focuses on topics such as managing anger; alcohol and drug use; gang culture; weapon related crime; anti-social behaviour.

• The young people are enabled to take stock of their offending behaviour and the potential consequences to both themselves, their peers, families and the wider community. The programme encourages them to be more responsible individuals within the society in which they live, and delivers more understanding of the implications of being involved in certain activities.

• Young people will experience a broad range of delivery methods including themed group discussions, role play, prisoner testimonials, personal feedback, interactive games and exercises.

How to book for KeepOut at HMP Send