These programmes are an integral part of Yearly Meeting. They enable children and young people to engage in a variety of stage-appropriate ways, encouraging faith formation, spiritual development, growth in a Quaker community and helping them to experience transformation beyond the event. Places need to be booked in advance and are limited by space.
Programme information
Children's Programme (0–11)
- For those aged 0–11 (born after 31 August 2013)
- Bookings close Monday 31 March
- "Children's programme was a really warm, supportive environment - just what the children thrive in," with age-appropriate exploration of themes along with fun, craft, games and worship. The minutes from previous children's programmes can be found on the documents page.
- Book here (offsite link).
Young People @ Yearly Meeting (ages 11–15)
- For 11–15 year olds (born between 1 September 2009 and 31 August 2013). This is a residential programme taking place at the Rock UK Frontier Centre in Northamptonshire.
- The cost of the event is £275 which includes accommodation, food, all activities and coach transport between Friends House and the Frontier Centre.
- Bookings close Sunday 23 February
- This year's theme is “Peace inside and out"
- Young people say: “Everyone was welcoming and kind. I liked the balance of seriousness and fun. I got a lot out of it and made good memories along the way."
- Parents say: “My young person felt seen and heard, and wanted to be with their group all day. Psychologically safe, spiritually adventurous - a good mix. Our children were reluctant to come to YM. In the end, they did not want to leave. No higher praise than that."
- YP@YM runs in parallel with Yearly Meeting, building community through exciting, creative and collaborative activities. There will be space for worship and exploration of topics that are of importance to Quakers. The minutes from Young People's Programme 2024 can be found on the documents page.
- Book here (offsite link).
Junior Yearly Meeting (JYM) (15–18)
- For 15–18 year olds (born between 1 September 2006 and 31 August 2009).
- This is a residential programme, and costs £275.
- Nominations by Area Meeting deadline is Sunday 9 February.
- Parents/guardians should return a form to confirm places by Sunday 23 February.
- This year's theme is “How do we as Quakers create the peace that is needed in ourselves and our communities?"
- “It's been amazing meeting so many new young people and making new friends. It's broadened what I consider part of my Quaker identity"
- “I love how peaceful and away from society JYM is – it helps ground my thoughts"
- “Young Quaker events always rekindle my Quaker spark and make me feel more connected to the community"
- Junior Yearly Meeting (JYM) is a welcoming, exciting and thought-provoking event for young people. It's open to anyone whether you have recently discovered Quakerism or have been a Quaker all your life. JYM offers the opportunity to meet new people, make friends through social activities and engage with spiritual practices and ideas.
- For further information about coming to JYM please visit: Junior Yearly Meeting 2025