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. ​

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A young person is writing something down on paper. There is a staff member sitting next to the young person, smiling at them.
News
30 Sep 2020

Kids Mediation service win SEND Mediator Award 2020 at National Mediation Awards

We are proud to announce that Kids SEND Mediation Service is the winner of the SEND Mediator Award 2020.

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A small set of table and chairs for toddlers to sit on. There are sheets of paper and other items on the table.
Real-life stories
28 Jan 2020

Mitchell’s story

Mitchell's mum talks about their experience at our Lincolnshire Nursery and Holiday Club.

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Karanjit is standing in front of a pink wall. He is wearing a grey coat and square eyeglasses. He has thick wavy hair.
Real-life stories
23 Jan 2020

Karanjit’s story

Karanjit's mum talks about the impact the service has had on their family.

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Terry is at the London Marathon, holding onto his phone with earphones in one ear. He is wearing a blue vest with the old Kids logo on it.
Fundraising stories
8 Jan 2020

London Marathon Fundraising: Terry’s Top Tips

Read about Terry's top fundraising tips for the London Marathon.

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Reegan is photographed from the side. He is smiling and is wearing a black coat.
News
9 Dec 2019

Thank you for supporting our BBC Lifeline Appeal

Kids featured on the BBC Lifeline Appeal.

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A professional photo of Katie Ghose, Kids CEO. She is wearing a dark blazer and eyeglasses.
News
30 Sep 2019

Kids appoints New Chief Executive

Katie Ghose has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of Kids and will join the charity in November.

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There is a white board placed on a table. On the whiteboard there are orange, green, yellow, blue and purple cubes.
Early years
16 Sep 2019

Tommy’s story

Tommy's mum talks about their experience getting support from our Basingstoke Nursery.

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A young man is playing ping pong. He is about to hit a ball which is flying towards him. He is wearing a grey t-shirt and a cap.
Real-life stories
7 Aug 2019

Harry’s story

June, Harry’s mum, talks about the impact of short breaks on the family.

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Josie is in her sports gear, holding onto her bike. She is in a green area with a forest in the background. There are other people grouped together and holding bikes.
Fundraising stories
17 Jul 2019

Taking on a 100-mile cycle ride for Kids

Josie writes about why she signed up to the Ride London cycling challenge for Kids, and how her training is going.

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Andy is celebrating after the London Marathon. He is wearing a Kids t-shirt and his medal. He is in some kind of forest area.
Fundraising stories
20 Feb 2019

London Marathon: Andy’s fundraising tips

Andy is one of 40 people taking part in the London Marathon this year. He shares his best fundraising tips.

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There is a blue mat on the grass with sensory items sitting on top.
Real-life stories
21 Nov 2018

Charlie’s story

Charlie's mum explains how receiving support from Kids has improved the quality of their family life.

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Dan and a staff member are photographed in front of a Go Ape contraption. The staff member is pointing up at Dan.
Real-life stories
28 Aug 2018

Dan’s short break at Go Ape

Stephan, Hounslow short breaks worker, shares his recent experience going to Go Ape with young person Dan.

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