Welcome to
Broadleaf
Supporting children. Connecting families. Changing lives.
Changemaker of the Year
Broadleaf is an award-winning family hub in the heart of the New Forest, supporting children, young people and their families through structured, relational community.
Why We Are Needed
When school is no longer accessible, families often lose far more than education - they lose connection, support, and access to the networks that hold everyday life together.
Broadleaf exists to rebuild those connections.
What We Do
Relational spaces
Consistent, small-group environments where trust & belonging grow over time
Whole-family support
Parents remain part of the journey, building safety alongside their child
Connection to services
A bridge to health support, research, opportunities and wider systems
Why Are We Different?
We are not a school. We are not a short-term intervention.
Broadleaf is a long-term, relational community hub.
We shape the space around the child—not the child around the space.
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CURRENT BROADLEAF PROJECTS
Our work takes shape through a range of connected programmes, all grounded in the Broadleaf Approach:
Creative spaces
Art, music and performance used as vehicles for expression, confidence and connection
Family expertise & guidance
Drawing on decades of experience to support families navigating life beyond school
Research & policy work
Ensuring lived experience informs wider systems and future provision
Teen community
Supportive spaces for teenagers to reconnect socially, creatively and emotionally
Nature-based provision
Outdoor experiences that support wellbeing, creativity and connection to place
Parent community
A welcoming space where relationships and peer support grow over time
Our community continues to grow as more families seek connection and support:
220+ children and parents supported each week
120+ families part of our weekly community
60+ families unable to access provision this term due to demand
Supporting families for over 16 years
Let’s Connect!
Whether you are a parent, professional or potential partner, we would love to hear from you.
We hold the space; growth follows.
“The opportunities you bring to Broadleaf are wonderful. I don't know how you find all of these things and then actually manifest them - you clearly have creative magic dust oozing from your being.” - Mum of T
“Since my daughter has been a member of Broadleaf, she’s become happier, more outgoing, and more resourceful.” — Mum of L
“I had to give you a hug as even though we haven’t met before today, your support and kindness at such a difficult time has been the most valuable thing. Thank you for welcoming us and helping us believe in kindness again.” - Mum of E
“You have given us our joyous boy back and I can never thank you enough for everything you have done for his self esteem.”- Mum of W
“S really enjoyed the session and the whole environment. It was so lovely to have a chance to sit and chat with other parents too.” - Mum of S
“ I’ve felt like a weight lifted this week since finding you - thank you for being so kind.” — Mum of H
“Thank you, from a very tired super mum. This last year was a turning point for us. You all have been so lovely and supportive and I'm so glad we found you. I think now we are on our way.finally.” - Mum of T