A breakfast meeting has laid the groundwork for a new community hub, bringing together local leaders to shape support for children and families.
Community representatives gathered at Teign School, part of Education South West, for the inaugural Teign community leaders breakfast aimed at identifying priorities for the planned Teign community hub.
The event brought together organisations from across the area, including schools, charities, the NHS, Devon County Council, youth groups and local businesses.
Attendees shared insights into challenges facing the community, identified gaps in existing services and explored how the hub could best support children, young people and families. Discussions focused on collaboration, community input and developing services that reflect local needs.
The session included a presentation, group discussions and opportunities for feedback. Organisers said responses will be collated and shared with participants to help inform future meetings and initiatives.
The breakfast is intended to be the first step in developing a community-led hub designed to support learning, opportunity and wellbeing.
Lucie Wagner, head of school at Teign School, said: “It was fantastic to meet so many passionate people at the breakfast. Hearing first-hand from local leaders and exploring ways we can work together to develop the Teign Community Hub was inspiring.
“This event marks the beginning of a network that will help our community thrive.”
Matthew Shanks, chief executive of Education South West, said: “Collaboration is at the heart of the Teign Community Hub.
“Bringing local leaders together ensures the hub focuses on the areas that matter most and creates lasting, positive change for the community.”
