Youth services and activities
Our Youth Services team works with young people aged 8 to 25, providing a range of universal and targeted youth work opportunities across Orkney.
We support young people to build their confidence, self-esteem and resilience, improve their health and wellbeing, and develop skills for learning, life and work.
We run youth clubs and drop-in sessions across Orkney. Contact us to find out where and when they take place in your area.
Youth accrediations and awards
Recognised awards and accreditations for young people in Orkney, including Duke of Edinburgh, Dynamic Youth Awards and Youth Achievement Awards.
Youth voice and participation
How young people in Orkney have their say, including the OIC Youth Chamber Debate, Orkney Youth Forum and Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament.
Play areas
Find play areas across Orkney, including locations and equipment details for Kirkwall, Stromness, the Mainland and the isles.
Outdoor education
Orkney's outdoor education programme makes the most of the islands' varied landscape, culture and community.
Active Schools Programme
A programme working in schools and the wider community to motivate children and young people to be more active.
Learn a musical instrument at school
Tuition in brass, woodwind and bowed strings for young people across Orkney, delivered by our team of specialist music teachers.