The Spark Awards recognise individuals, teams and organisations that make an outstanding difference to the lives of children and young people in Peterborough. This year's event brought together professionals, volunteers and community champions from across the city to celebrate their achievements.
The Family Nurse Partnership team was recognised for its dedicated work supporting young first-time parents.
Backed by more than 40 years of international research and delivered across eight countries, the Family Nurse Partnership programme helps young parents build confidence, strengthen relationships and give their babies the best possible start in life.
The programme's success is made possible through investment in children and families and, most importantly, through the commitment of family nurses who work alongside parents during one of the most important periods of their lives.
Family nurses provide personalised support, helping parents navigate the opportunities, challenges and changes that come with parenthood. They listen without judgement, recognise strengths, build trusted relationships and ensure the voices of young parents are heard.
The impact of this work is reflected in the feedback from families, with many young parents describing the support of their family nurse as life-changing and highlighting the genuine care and encouragement they receive when they need it most.
The Children in Care Health Team was also named a finalist in recognition of its outstanding dedication to improving the lives of children and young people in care.
The team was praised for going above and beyond to ensure every child is seen, heard and supported, placing children's voices at the centre of care and decision-making.
Working closely with partners across health, social care, education and the voluntary sector, the team supports some of the most vulnerable children and young people, including unaccompanied children in care. Their compassionate, child-centred approach helps break down barriers to accessing support and improves health and wellbeing outcomes for those they work with. The team's nomination highlighted its unwavering commitment to ensuring children and young people receive the care, advocacy and support they deserve.
