Free time at Share is a chance for students to unwind at the end of our sessions. They can choose to relax, join in activities, or enjoy some quiet time with puzzles and board games.

Thanks to the creativity of our staff and students, Wednesdays now bring something extra as we’ve introduced our very own (drum roll please), Jazz Club!

Our Immersive Learning Suite provides the perfect atmosphere, with jazz playing on the big screen alongside wraparound visuals and ambient lighting that transform the space. Students are served juice and sparkling water in fancy glasses, recreating the mood of a cosy jazz bar.

Each week we explore two jazz artists, such as Dinah Washington, Samara Joy, and Esperanza Spalding. Students can listen, learn, and dance if they feel like it, or just sit back, socialise with other students, and soak up the relaxed jazz-bar vibe.

Haroon says he loves the lights and the music, while Trevor greets our Wellbeing Officer every Wednesday by throwing his arms in the air and joyfully announcing, ‘Jazz Club!’

Students also take on roles to help the club run. Nnamdi is our bartender, Tariq is the promoter and usher who distributes tickets and drums up custom around the building, and Vishal has used his artistic talents to create decorations.

Jazz Club has quickly become a highlight of our weekly calendar. It’s a fun, inclusive way to build social skills and support emotional wellbeing, while giving students a space to relax and enjoy themselves.