About Us
Hello & Welcome!
Hello and welcome to Andy’s Positive Programmes (APP).
My name is Andy Robinson and I am the founder of APP. I was born and raised in Knowsley, growing up in Kirkby and later in Huyton, where I continue to work within the local community.
For over 25 years I have worked with children and young people in schools, youth settings and community projects, helping them develop confidence, resilience, positive relationships and a strong sense of belonging. Alongside this, I have volunteered at Huyton Amateur Boxing Club for almost 30 years, supporting generations of young people both inside and outside of the gym.
Throughout my career I have seen first-hand the challenges facing children and young people today. From bullying and low self-esteem to anxiety, antisocial behaviour and a lack of opportunities to have their voices heard, many young people need positive role models and safe spaces where they can grow, learn and thrive.
This is why I created Andy’s Positive Programmes.
APP delivers engaging, practical and interactive programmes that help children build confidence, resilience and life skills while encouraging them to become positive citizens within their schools and communities.
Our programmes currently include:
• Anti-Bullying and Kindness Programmes
• Mental Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing
• Positive Mindset Workshops
• Campcraft and Outdoor Learning
• Team Building and Leadership Development
• School Pupil Committees and Youth Voice Projects
• Community Engagement Initiatives
• Antisocial Behaviour Awareness Education
At the heart of everything we do is the belief that young people should have a voice. We encourage children to talk about the issues that matter most to them, helping them develop confidence to contribute positively to their schools, communities and future society.
More recently, I became an author and wrote Teddy and Crocksy, a children’s book inspired by my son Teddy. The story promotes inclusion, acceptance and understanding, encouraging children to celebrate differences and recognise the value that everyone brings. The book is now being used as an additional educational resource within our programmes to support discussions around diversity, friendship and belonging.
As both a youth worker and a dad, I am passionate about helping create safer, stronger and more inclusive communities for future generations. Everything we do at APP is designed to give young people the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to achieve their potential and make a positive difference in the world around them.
Thank you for visiting our website and supporting our journey.
Andy Robinson
Founder
Andy’s Positive Programmes
Welcome to Our World
Buy a Copy of Teddy & Crocksy
Teddy & Crocksy is a heart-warming children’s story written by Andy Robinson, promoting inclusion, kindness, friendship and celebrating our differences.
The story follows Teddy as he meets an unexpected new friend, Crocksy the crocodile, and learns that being different should never stop us from belonging.
The book includes discussion questions at the back to help children, parents and teachers explore important topics such as:
- Inclusion
- Diversity
- Friendship
- Acceptance
- Kindness
- Understanding differences
Every copy sold helps support the work of Andy’s Positive Programmes, allowing us to continue delivering anti-bullying, mental wellbeing, campcraft, youth voice and positive citizenship programmes in schools and communities across Knowsley and Merseyside.
Order Your Copy
Price: £6.00 per book
Postage & Packaging: £2.50 per order
Total: £8.50 for one book
For larger orders, school purchases or community group orders, please contact us for discounted pricing.
To order your copy, please email:
andy@andyspositiveprogrammes.co.uk
Please include:
- Your full name
- Delivery address
- Number of books required
- Contact telephone number
Once we receive your order, we will send payment details and confirm postage costs if ordering multiple copies.
Schools and Community Groups
Andy is available to visit schools, libraries, community events and youth groups to read the story, discuss its message and deliver workshops linked to inclusion, anti-bullying and positive citizenship.
Quality First
Recent Achievements
- Over 25 years supporting young people across Knowsley and Merseyside
- Nearly 30 years volunteering at Huyton ABC
- Creator of the APP Anti-Social Behaviour Programme
- Author of Teddy and Crocksy
- Featured on local radio promoting inclusion and positive citizenship
- Featured in the Liverpool Echo
- Delivered programmes in primary schools across the region
- Supporting schools to develop pupil voice and leadership opportunities
Expert Care
Positive Impact
We are passionate about helping children and young people develop confidence, resilience and positive life skills. Through engaging workshops and practical activities, we create opportunities for young people to learn, grow and have their voices heard.
Real Results
Creating Better Futures
For over 25 years Andy has worked with children and young people across Knowsley and Merseyside. Through our anti-bullying, wellbeing, campcraft and youth voice programmes, we help schools develop confident, respectful and positive citizens for the future.