Teens and Toddlers, a programme where youths aged 14 to 17 spend one afternoon a week with a child at a local nursery (News, 25 May 2006), was trialled by the London Borough of Brent last year. So far 80 teenagers in Brent have completed the 20-week programme, and the council aims to include more nurseries and schools in the programme from next year.
Tracey Lovett, 15, from Stonebridge, Harlesden, who took part in the scheme, said, 'It was very challenging at times, but I really enjoyed taking part and I found it really useful. I plan to become a teacher and it was a great experience.'
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