TBSS

The Big Saturday School (TBSS), powered by YouthTheGap, reconceptualises traditional Saturday school models to challenge, to think critically and to take action.

With community empowered at the centre, we resource, produce and host culturally, intentionally and honestly. We break the 4th wall by inspiring radical dialogues that identify gaps and inequities in societal landscapes, to lead with and make a long-term, social impact.

The Big Saturday School isn’t just your typical, corporate conference. We bring our vision of alternative education to life by planting, nurturing and promoting life cycles of idea generation – no matter how big or small.

With a blend of 20-minute, bite-size talks, you are not just a spectator, but a co-collaborator in reimagining the world of education. With the power of storytelling, we break systemic barriers into academia to foster accessible and meaningful pathways in learning the very things school never taught you.

A London take-over at the Kurdish Community Centre to invite and anchor community in building collectively, for a world we all can thrive in.

TBSS is a rare opportunity to:

  • Foster new connections, and deepen your existing ones
  • Engage with intergenerational, radical dialogue
  • Break down traditional, exclusive monologues in education
  • Access a melting pot of purpose-driven charities, non-profits, community interest companies and grassroots collectives
  • Empowering community voices to as we “pass the mic” in real time.

In the age of censorship, we believe that shadowed voices bring light to the shadows of society. We empower bold, ‘taboo’ and excluded narratives to build collective power.

YouthTheGap CIC

The Big Saturday School
Planet Action 💥

Kurdish Community Centre, London  ·  Frequently asked questions

The basics

The Big Saturday School (TBSS), powered by YouthTheGap, is an alternative education experience that reimagines what a Saturday school can be. It's part community gathering, part critical thinking space: a place where bite-size talks, honest dialogues, and collective action replace the corporate conference format. Planet Action is our theme for this edition, a day built around what it actually means to live, learn, and fight for the planet.
Anyone who wants to think critically, act meaningfully, and connect with others doing the same. You don't need a job title, a degree, or any prior knowledge of climate activism. If you're curious, care about the planet, and want to be part of something community-led, you're exactly who this is for.
Planet Action is the lens through which the whole day is shaped. Speakers, workshops, and conversations will explore the intersections of climate, community, identity, and systemic change: the things school never taught us. Expect radical honesty, fresh perspectives, and practical pathways for taking action in ways that feel real and personal to you.

On the day

Doors open at 10am for settling in, with programming across four acts running through to 5pm:
  • 10:00 to 10:30am Welcome and settling in
  • 10:30 to 11:30am Act one
  • 11:30am to 12:00pm Break
  • 12:00 to 1:00pm Act two
  • 1:00 to 2:00pm Break
  • 2:00 to 3:00pm Act three
  • 3:00 to 3:30pm Break
  • 3:30 to 4:30pm Act four
  • 4:30 to 5:00pm Settling out
Full speaker and session details will be announced soon.
Talks are kept to around 20 minutes: focused, punchy, and designed to spark ideas rather than lecture you. You're not here as a passive audience. TBSS breaks the fourth wall, so you're a co-collaborator in the room, not just a spectator. There'll be space for questions, reactions, and real conversation between sessions.
There's no pressure to participate beyond your comfort level. Some moments will invite you to engage, share, or move; others are purely to listen and absorb. You set your own level of involvement. What matters most is that you show up as yourself.

Location and getting here

Kurdish Community Centre
11 Portland Gardens, Harringay Ladder, London N4 1HU

The venue is a community-rooted space in north London, chosen intentionally to anchor the day in the local area.
The venue is well served by public transport:
  • Harringay Green Lanes (Overground) — a short walk away
  • Manor House (Piccadilly Line) — around 10 to 15 minutes on foot
  • Several bus routes serve the Harringay area
We encourage sustainable travel where possible. Come by bike, bus, or train.

Tickets

Tickets are released in four waves, and each wave may be priced differently to reward early supporters:
First wave Second wave Third wave Fourth wave
Grab a first or second wave ticket if you can. They go fast and help us cover early costs so we can keep the event as accessible as possible.
For some ticket types, you may be asked to verify token ownership via a crypto wallet. If you don't have one and are unsure how to proceed, get in touch with YouthTheGap directly and we'll help you find a route to attending.
Your ticket gives you access to the full day, including all four acts, break spaces, and any community activities. Specific inclusions (food, materials, etc.) will be confirmed closer to the event. Keep an eye on updates from YouthTheGap on Luma.

Community and connection

Absolutely. TBSS is designed around community and many people come solo and leave with new connections. The format naturally creates space to meet people, share ideas, and feel part of something collective. You won't be left standing awkwardly in a corner, we make sure of it.
Yes, we'd love to hear from you. TBSS is community-powered, so if you have a skill, a story, or a perspective on Planet Action worth sharing, reach out to YouthTheGap through Luma or their social channels. No gatekeeping here, just bring what you've got.
The Big Saturday School doesn't end at 5pm. YouthTheGap builds ongoing community, so the conversations, the connections, and the action you start here can continue long after. Follow YouthTheGap for updates on future editions, community spaces, and ways to keep the momentum going.

Accessibility and inclusion

Inclusion is a core value, not an afterthought. If you have specific access needs, whether physical, sensory, neurodivergent, or otherwise, please contact YouthTheGap before the event so we can make sure you're fully supported. More access details will be published ahead of the day and are available on Luma.
Use the "Contact the Host" option on the Luma event page to reach YouthTheGap directly. They're a small, community-driven team, so expect a human on the other end.
YouthTheGap CIC  ·  hello@youththegap.uk Get tickets on Luma

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Partner with us 🤝

The Big Saturday School 2026: Planet Action  ·  Sponsorship and Partnership

Why partner with TBSS

The Big Saturday School is a community-powered, alternative education event hosted by YouthTheGap CIC. Planet Action 2026 takes place at the Kurdish Community Centre in north London, bringing together a live audience of curious, values-driven young people ready to think critically and act collectively.

Partnering with TBSS puts your organisation at the heart of a movement for educational equity, systemic change and community empowerment. This is not a corporate conference. It is an intentional space built on humility, allyship, compassion and growth. Your sponsorship makes it possible to keep this event accessible, meaningful and free from the barriers that typically exclude those who need it most.

Download our full brand and partnership deck to find out more: View Partnership Deck (PDF)

Thank you for reaching out. The YouthTheGap team will review your interest and be in touch shortly. Feel free to email hello@youththegap.uk in the meantime.

Dare to conjure, to confront and to collaborate.

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