Events at Grange Community Hall

Beautiful Minds - Preteen girls one day workshop

A fun, high-energy day designed for girls aged 8–12 to build confidence, make new friends, and learn life skills they’ll carry for years to come. Trusted by over 1.8 million families. Why this experience matters: The ages of 8–12 are one of the most important stages of a girl’s life. It’s a time of big emotional shifts, changing friendships, and growing self-awareness. It’s also when many girls begin to experience self-doubt, social pressure, and anxiety about fitting in — especially as they approach the transition to high school. Our events are designed to support girls through this stage with practical tools, connection, and confidence-building experiences. What girls are facing today: Friendship challenges - 97% of preteen girls experience friendship conflict, exclusion, or difficulty navigating social groups.Overwhelm and stress - 77% of girls aged 8–12 report feeling stress from school, friendships, and growing expectations.What she’ll experience on the day: Ice-breaker fun - Arrive not knowing anyone — leave with new friendships and a sense of belonging.Voice and movement session - Build confidence through communication, posture, and self-expression.Friendship workshop - Understand friendship dynamics, learn boundary-setting, and navigate tricky social situations.Science-backed wellbeing tools - Practical techniques to manage emotions, reduce overwhelm, and build resilience.Flower crown session - A calming, creative experience combining mindfulness and self-expression.Designed with experts - Our programs are developed alongside leading storytellers and child development experts, combining engaging activities with evidence-based tools girls can use in everyday life.A day she’ll never forget: This is more than just a workshop — it’s a confidence-building experience that helps girls feel understood, supported, and excited about who they are becoming.