Evaluating West Ham United's PCN mentoring programme using a mixed methods approach
Between 2024 and 2026, CORC conducted a two-year evaluation of the West Ham United Foundation PCN Mentoring programme, a community-based mentoring offer for young people aged 11–18 in Newham and Barking & Dagenham. Commissioned by West Ham United Foundation, our evaluation focused on understanding how the programme was being delivered, who it was supporting, and what difference it was making for young people referred through GP practices.
Our evaluation used a mixed-methods approach, combining administrative outcomes data, including wellbeing and resilience measures, with interviews with young people, mentors and staff.
The programme focuses on improving mental health, wellbeing and behaviour, specifically confidence and self-esteem; helping to re-establish aspirations and a sense of connection.