MK Yard will be an inclusive Youth Zone for Milton Keynes. A place where young people are safe, doing something constructive, mixing and socialising, and accepted for exactly who they are. Built with young people and families, for mainstream and SEND young people alike.
Families in Milton Keynes face a postcode lottery for youth provision, with some paying monthly fees simply because they live in the wrong place. Young people need structured leisure time and less structured space to socialise, chances to take and make safe risks, and informal education that sparks careers, interests and confidence. MK Yard brings it all under one roof.
A place parents trust and young people choose. Somewhere to feel safe and happy, accepted and heard, and understood rather than judged.
For all young people: mainstream and SEND, with or without an EHCP, including those who have struggled with behaviour elsewhere. Monotropic and neurodivergent learning styles designed in from day one.
Future blacksmiths, mosaic artists, archaeologists, coders and community leaders. Strength based, hands on youth work that leads somewhere.
Pledge funds, skills or materials and put your name on a landmark for MK's young people.
Fundraise in aid of MK Yard, join our board, or register for future roles as we grow.
This is your place. Tell us exactly what an inclusive youth centre needs to be.
Meet our founder, Anna Day, to explore how a transformational gift could shape the Yard.
The story of MK Yard is best told in person. Join us at our events to meet the team, hear the vision, and see the spaces taking shape.
Discover two new spaces transforming learning, inclusion and youth opportunities across Milton Keynes. Come and see how The Spectrum Place and MK Yard are creating somewhere young people can belong, learn and grow. Hosted by The Spectrum Place.
602 Marlborough Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 3XA. Right in the heart of central Milton Keynes, with parking on site and a short walk from Milton Keynes Central station.
Milton Keynes businesses built this city. Now help build the place its young people have been waiting for. Pledges can be financial, in kind, or skills based, from apprenticeship pathways to naming a workshop.
£25,000+ · Founding partner recognition, naming opportunities, annual impact briefing with the board.
£10,000+ · Named recognition in the Yard, staff volunteering days, invitations to launch events.
£2,500+ · Recognition on our pledge wall and partner communications.
Any amount, in kind support, materials or professional skills. Every pledge counts.
Fundraise in aid of MK Yard, bring your governance experience to our board, or register your interest in future roles. All funds raised are held by The Spectrum Place Hub, registered charity no. 1211954, on behalf of the MK Yard appeal.
Run, bake, climb, quiz or host in aid of MK Yard. We will support you with materials, a fundraising pack and plenty of encouragement.
We are building a skills based, lived experience rich board. We particularly welcome neurodivergent trustees and young voices.
From youth workers to workshop leaders, register now and be first to hear when vacancies open.
MK Yard is being co-designed with the people who will use it. Whether you are a young person, a parent or carer, your answers will directly shape what we build.
Anna Day FRSA MCIOF is the founder of MK Yard and NeuroAdvantage CIC. Over 22 years she has led four charities, coached more than 400 chief executives and helped raise over £24 million for good causes. As an autistic leader and parent, this project is personal.
Transformational gifts deserve time and trust. Book a private conversation with Anna to explore the vision, walk through the plans, and discuss how your giving could be recognised, from naming a space to founding an endowed programme.