What do Young Inspectors do?
Dynamite carry out Young Inspector reports on venues used by young people across the city. They look at 5 different areas including:
All areas are scored out of 10 and then given an overall score. Overall high scores will receive a Dynamite sticker of approval to place in their window.
Dynamite carry out Young Inspector reports on venues used by young people across the city. They look at 5 different areas including:
- The information prior to visiting available on the website
- Accessibility
- Staff
- Safety and Surroundings
- Fun and Enjoyment
All areas are scored out of 10 and then given an overall score. Overall high scores will receive a Dynamite sticker of approval to place in their window.
Why do Young Inspectors do this?
We believe it is important that services for young people listen to those who use them. Young people who use services may see ways in which the service could be improved which would otherwise be missed. Young Inspectors reports can help services to improve and highlight which services are doing well and those that could be doing better.
We believe it is important that services for young people listen to those who use them. Young people who use services may see ways in which the service could be improved which would otherwise be missed. Young Inspectors reports can help services to improve and highlight which services are doing well and those that could be doing better.
How do Young Inspectors make a difference?
Young Inspector reports are sent to the services and often they make changes based on our recommendations. The reports are also shared at a meeting called ‘The SEND Board’. At this meeting there are lots of people whose job it is to make decisions about how services for young people are run.
Finally, we put the reports on the Portsmouth Local Offer website and our Dynamite page for people to read.
Young Inspector reports are sent to the services and often they make changes based on our recommendations. The reports are also shared at a meeting called ‘The SEND Board’. At this meeting there are lots of people whose job it is to make decisions about how services for young people are run.
Finally, we put the reports on the Portsmouth Local Offer website and our Dynamite page for people to read.
Who can be a Young Inspector?
To be a Young Inspector you must:
To be a Young Inspector you must:
- Be aged 16 to 25
- Use services in Portsmouth
- Have a special educational need or disabilities
- Be passionate about young people’s views being heard.
What do young people gain from being a Young Inspector?
Our inspectors have said that being a Young Inspector has helped them to:
If you think that you might like to be a Young Inspector, then get in touch!
Our inspectors have said that being a Young Inspector has helped them to:
- Be more confident.
- Feel part of their local community.
- Feel that they are making a difference.
- Be more employable.
- Have fun.
If you think that you might like to be a Young Inspector, then get in touch!
Young Inspectors Reports
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MAKE@Aldingbourne
Young Inspectors Matilda, Reece and Ada visited MAKE at Fratton Road, Portsmouth on 13 October 2023.
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Mary Rose
Young Inspectors Sam, Steven and Glenn visited the Mary Rose Museum on 8 November 2023.
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Fratton Community Centre
The Young Inspectors Olivia, Rachal & Charlotte carried out an Inspection at the Community Centre December 2023.
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Hive Portsmouth
Young Inspectors, Cameron, Faith and Chelsea carried out an inspection at The Hive Portsmouth on Monday 22 January 2024.
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Aspex Gallery
Young Inspectors Abbie and Ewan carried out an inspection at Aspex Art Gallery, Gunwharf Quays on 21 February 2024.
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Breeze Travel App
All the Young Inspectors are part of the Dynamite coproduction team and they answered questions and discussed their experience with using this travel app.
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John Pound Centre
Young inspectors Cameron, Emma and Ada carried out an inspection at the John Pounds Centre on 11 April 2024.
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Portsmouth Library
Young Inspectors Glenn, Emma, Abbie and Steven carried out an Inspection at Portsmouth Library on 24 July 2024.
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Portsmouth Youth Project
Young Inspectors Emma & Sam carried out at an inspection with the Portsmouth Youth Project & Enable Ability in 2024.
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Exploria, Pyramids
Young Inspectors Emma, Steven, Cameron, Reece and Ada carried out an inspection at Exploria, Pyramids during September 2024.
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BH Live
Young Inspectors Emma, Steven, Cameron, Reece and Ada carried out an inspection at BH Live Active Pyramids during September 2024.
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Fratton Train Station
The Young Inspectors Abbie, Steven and Sam explored, discussed and answered questions on 5 different areas.
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Department for Education
Abbie, our Dynamite Chair, was invited to attend the Kids Annual Collective Get Together at the Department for Education in Nottingham.
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Try the Train
Members of Dynamite took part in the Try the Train programme, aimed at supporting young people to build confidence & safety awareness.
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The D-Day Story Museum
Young Inspectors Abbie, Ashley, and Lucy, visited The D-Day Story Museum in Southsea to explore & give feedback on its exhibits
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PYC Portsmouth SEND youth group
Young Inspectors Abbie, Ashley, Steven, and Emma, visited PYC, Portsmouth Youth Clubs at the Charles Dickens Activity Centre, Portsmouth, to review its inclusive activities and facilities for young people of all abilities.
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Fratton Park Portsmouth
Young Inspectors Sam, Matilda, Emma, and Luke visited Fratton Park — home of Portsmouth Football Club. Their goal was to assess how welcoming and accessible the stadium is for young people and families.
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Room One
We visited Room One in Portsmouth, a new space run by and for autistic people. It’s open to adults (18+) in the PO1–PO6 areas, as well as families, friends, and professionals. No diagnosis is needed.
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How to Get Involved:
Email: [email protected]
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