News and real-life stories

We’re here for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities, young carers and families. ​We’re on a mission to create a world where all kinds of kids have all kinds of opportunities. ​

Katie Ghose is photographed from the waist-up.
News
19 May 2026

Katie Ghose will leave her role as Chief Executive of Kids

Katie Ghose has announced that she will be leaving her role as Chief Executive of Kids in autumn 2026.

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News
19 May 2026

Young People’s Views on SEND Reform Proposals

Young people with SEND shared their views and experiences in response to the SEND Reform Consultation.

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News
12 May 2026

How to Help Me Learn and Thrive Report

A new report reveals only 28% of disabled young people feel supported in education.

a group of young people meeting with MPs at parliament
News
13 Mar 2026

Kids Collective Young People Lead Youth Voice Event at Parliament

Young people with SEND spoke directly to MPs at a Kids Collective Youth Voice event.

a group of young people meeting with MPs at parliament
News
3 Mar 2026

Young People Lead the Conversation at MP Drop-In Event

Young people hosted an MP drop-in at Parliament, sharing their lived experiences.

News
27 Feb 2026

The Schools White Paper and SEND reforms

Information about the Schools White Paper, Kids' response and helpful links and resources.

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News
18 Feb 2026

SEND Reform: Our vision for the Schools White Paper

Our vision for SEND reform and what we want to see in the upcoming Schools White Paper.

News
30 Jan 2026

Kids appoints Mark Devlin as new Chair of the Board

Kids appoints Mark Devlin as new Chair of the Board.

News
23 Dec 2025

Thank you to our partners 2025

Celebrating our amazing partners and the impact they've made in 2025.

News
22 Dec 2025

Our 2025 recap

Take a look back at our incredible year supporting children and young people with SEND and their families.

News
16 Dec 2025

Christmas Carol Concert 2025

A heartwarming recap of our 2025 Christmas Carol Concert, celebrating the season and supporting children with SEND.

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News
9 Dec 2025

Festive drawings 

We’re thrilled to share a brand new gallery of festive artwork created by the children and young people we support.