Ep 8 Lynsey McKinstry talks about family life, Weston College & opportunities for young people in Weston

Weston-super-Mare is a holiday destination and a great place to bring kids, but what's it like to raise a family here? We talk to Lynsey McKinstry, who grew up in the town and is now bringing up her own children in Weston.

Lynsey also tells us about her work with Weston College and how the college provides an award-winning service supporting students and employers in Weston. 

Lynsey talks about: 

• her early memories of the town
• things to do with kids of all ages in the area
• the positive impact Culture Weston has had on life in the town
• The Grand Pier’s local’s membership card
• her favourite places to eat and shop in Weston
• her role at Weston College, its progressive approach to getting students into the workforce and the pastoral care given to pupils
• the work Weston College is doing around neurodiversity and how inclusive Weston is becoming.  

Lynsey works for Weston College as Business Partnerships Manager & SEND Employment Coordinator. 

If you are interested in Lynsey's work you can connect with her on LinkedIn

To find out more about things to do for families in Weston go to VisitWeston

As mentioned in the podcast

Weston College
The Grand Pier
Tropicana
Castle Batch Park
Culture Weston
Ginger Pig
The Vaults
Duke of Oxford
Fork & Ale
The Nut Tree
The Woolpack
South Sands Hotel

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