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Spark Inside

Impact Report 2025–2026

Spark Inside's 2025–26 Impact Report describes its most ambitious year yet, using coaching to unlock the potential of young people in the criminal justice system and drive culture change so that rehabilitation is possible. During the year 437 young people took part in its programmes and 89% made progress in at least one key outcome area; the award-winning Hero's Journey programme ran across 11 prisons, more than 1,000 one-to-one coaching sessions were delivered in custody, and the charity began piloting new approaches with women in prison. An independent analysis found a social return of at least £5.94 for every £1 invested. Outcome measures include 74% reporting progress in listening, understanding, confidence and respect, 76% in staying out of trouble and making good and safe choices, and 66% in involvement in positive activities and developing skills.

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Spark Inside is a charity that uses life coaching in prisons and the community to unlock the potential of young people and drive culture change across the criminal justice system.

Key Metrics

437 young people reached
89% of young people made progress in at least one outcome area
£5.94 social return on investment for every £1 (6:1)

Key Outcomes

  • Hero's Journey programme delivered across 11 prisons
  • More than 1,000 one-to-one coaching sessions in custody
  • 76% progressed in staying out of trouble and making good, safe choices

Geography

England

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