Shrewsbury House (The Shewsy)

Who we are

Founded in 1903, we are known locally as the Shewsy. The area we serve is one of the most deprived wards in the UK. Our core business is working with children and young people. The centre maintains a Christian ethos, whilst respecting other beliefs and cultures, and valuing diversity. Our motto is ‘People Matter More Than Things’ and this guides our approach to our work.

Through informal education, we aim to meet the social, recreational, emotional and spiritual needs of our young people. We do this through the relationships and self-confidence we build and the activity and learning programme we offer. Our vision is to draw out the talent and potential of all our young people so that each one will discover a positive purpose and direction for their life.

We are an open-access, full-time centre and run a full programme of activities each week of the year.

The Shewsy has always been widely recognised as centre of excellence. This has been achieved by the quality and dedication of its staff and by the support of many individuals in Merseyside and beyond, especially Shrewsbury School.

Our culture and values

At Shrewsbury House Youth & Community Centre, our core belief is simple: people matter more than things. This principle shapes every decision we make, every relationship we build, and every opportunity we create for the young people and families we serve.

We believe in offering fun, positive experiences where young people can enjoy themselves, make friends, and build happy memories for life — because the moments they share with others matter far more than any material resource. We listen to young people, champion their voices, and ensure their ideas help shape our work, recognising that their lived experiences are more valuable than any external measure of success.

Rooted deeply in the Everton community, we work alongside families, schools, and neighbours to build a stronger, safer place to live. These relationships are the foundation of our work, reflecting our belief that community is built by people, not by buildings or equipment.

Compassion guides how we support young people. We understand the challenges they face and respond with empathy, patience, and genuine care — always prioritising their wellbeing over processes or systems. We celebrate the rich diversity of Everton, welcoming everyone and creating an environment where every young person feels they belong. Respect is central to how we operate: we value each person’s differences, listen with care, and provide spaces where everyone feels safe, accepted, and valued for who they are.

These values come together in our everyday practice, driving our commitment to place people at the heart of everything we do and ensuring that every interaction, programme, and decision reflects our belief that people matter more than things.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

At Shrewsbury House Youth & Community Centre, we are committed to ensuring fairness and opposing discrimination across our workforce. We promote an inclusive culture where every staff member is treated with dignity, respect, and equity, regardless of background or identity.

We actively celebrate the diversity of the Everton community and expect our team to uphold the principle that people matter more than things, creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. We take a zero‑tolerance approach to discrimination of any kind and continually review our policies and practices to ensure they remain robust, fair, and aligned with our values.