Our Story
We began with a simple belief: potential should never be limited by background or circumstance. That belief continues today, guiding how we care for and walk alongside children and youth.
Our history
Founded in 1976 by Francis Thomas, then Principal of St. Andrew’s School.
His belief was simple yet powerful — and it continues to guide SHINE’s work today: that every young person possesses
potential to SHINE
Driven by Purpose, Shaped by Practice
Vision and Mission
To be a leading social service organisation that enables children and youth to maximise their potential.
What we do
We support children and youth (5 to 25 y.o) through school-based, centre-based, and community-based programmes grounded in practice-informed evidence, research, theory, and practice wisdom.
The Core Values That Guide Our Work
Commitment to Serve
We listen to their needs and serve to empower them.
Connection
We create meaningful connections with each other based on trust, clarity and respect.
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Competence
We grow in our knowledge and skills as we learn from our mistakes.
Care and Compassion
We recognize and celebrate contributions and accomplishments.
Intended Impact
The changes we work towards are grounded in strengths — supporting young people to grow with confidence, connection and care, and to engage positively with their communities.
Positively developed with
competence, confidence and character
Have meaningful connections
with family and society
Care for others
Positively engaged in schools
Steer clear of crimes
Positively developed with competence, confidence and character
Have meaningful connections with family and society
Care for others
Positively engaged in schools
Steer clear of crimes
Our Story
We began with a simple belief: potential should never be limited by background or circumstance. That belief continues today, guiding how we care for and walk alongside children and young people.
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Get Involved
There are many ways to walk alongside children and young people as they grow. Every role, every effort, contributes to care, consistency and belief.