• An Update

    Following the most recent Government announcement, from Thursday 5th November the Swings & Smiles centre will be closed for all groups and sessions with the exception of Monday, Tuesday and Friday after school clubs and Saturday respite. Read more

Supporting children and young people with special needs and their families to be happy, have fun and feel included.

Our sessions

Swings & Smiles is open seven days a week, providing a place to play and support for children with special needs and their families. Find out what's on offer and how you can book to come along.

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Sibling support

We understand just how different life is when you have a brother or sister who has a disability or special needs. We run three sessions a month for siblings which are free to attend, as well as offering a 5 week course in schools.

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Book a session

Once you've completed our assessment form you'll be told which sessions you can attend at Swings & Smiles. You can book online via the website or email - we hope to see you soon!

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Our impact

6390

 Individual visits from families in 2019

9585

 Hours of support provided to families last year

93

 Number of siblings who accessed our SIBSupport in 2019

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Latest stories

  • An Update

    Following the most recent Government announcement, from Thursday 5th November the Swings & Smiles centre will be closed for all groups and sessions with the exception of Monday, Tuesday and Friday after school clubs and Saturday respite. Read more

  • Welcome Sangeeta

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    Chair of Trustees and Founder of Swings & Smiles, Sian Cook, will be stepping down after more than 13 years and stepping into a new role as Founder and Patron. Read more