Mentivity Mentoring
Our Mission.
At Mentivity, we are committed to inspiring young people, parents, and schools through holistic and transformative services. Our mission is to create lasting impact by empowering individuals to overcome barriers, build resilience, and achieve their full potential. We achieve this by:
Providing tailored mentoring programmes that support educational engagement, personal growth, and accountability.
Creating safe spaces for learning and development, such as Mentivity House and our Respite Provision, which address the diverse needs of our community.
Fostering collaboration among schools, families, and young people to deliver a triangulated approach that puts each individual at the centre of their journey.
Who We Are.
Mentivity is an award-winning organisation specialising in mentoring and alternative education.
Founded in 2016 by Sayce Holmes-Lewis, with co-founders Leon Wright and Tyson Holmes-Lewis, the organisation was inspired by their upbringing on the Aylesbury Estate. This connection has shaped Mentivity’s innovative approach to supporting young people, leading to the creation of impactful initiatives like Mentivity House and Mentivity Respite Provision.
Engaging over 400 young people weekly, we continue to make a measurable difference across communities in the UK.
What We Do.
At Mentivity, We Empower Change Through Holistic Support.
Our services include:
Mentivity Mentoring: Bespoke one-on-one and group sessions that encourage young people to improve their educational engagement, self-discipline, and aspirations. We offer an embedded service within schools to ensure they receive the critical support needed to succeed.
Mentivity House: A dynamic space for creativity, connection, and growth, offering workshops, youth clubs, and opportunities for intergenerational community engagement.
Mentivity Respite Provision: An alternative to managed moves or permanent exclusion from mainstream settings, we provide young people with the chance to re-engage with education and develop essential life, social & academic skills.
Through our structured programmes, inspirational workshops, and aspirational visits, we provide the tools and support young people need to navigate challenges and thrive.
Why is Mentivity Needed?
The challenges faced by young people today are immense. Unaddressed transitions, academic pressures, and systemic inequalities often lead to disengagement and exclusion. At Mentivity, we tackle these issues head-on by embedding our services within schools and communities.
By addressing these needs, we aim to:
Reduce exclusion rates and improve academic outcomes.
Support the holistic development of young people.
Strengthen families and communities by fostering understanding and collaboration.
Why Do Our Young People Need Mentivity?
Young people in the UK face significant challenges due to the sharp decline in accessible youth services and safe spaces for personal and social development. Since 2010, youth services funding has been slashed by 73%, leaving many without the mentorship, skills development, and supportive environments they need to thrive.
At Mentivity House, our play-based activities, workshops, and respite service give young people the support they need to thrive. By embedding services in schools, we address the growing risk of exclusions in underserved areas, creating opportunities for lasting change.
Make A Donation.
We’re raising £1,000,000 to deliver impactful sessions at Mentivity House, support young people through our new Youth Club initiative, and extend our reach to the wider community on the Aylesbury Estate in Southwark.