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Staff

Rhonda - CEO

Rhonda - CEO

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Published: 1st May, 2019

Updated: 22nd May, 2023

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Becky - Service Development Manager

Becky - Service Development Manager

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Published: 4th May, 2019

Updated: 21st December, 2022

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Ellora - Centre Manager

Ellora - Centre Manager

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Published: 5th May, 2019

Updated: 13th January, 2023

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Hannah - Fundraising and Impact Coordinator

Hannah - Fundraising and Impact Coordinator

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Published: 6th May, 2019

Updated: 21st December, 2022

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Sandra - Finance Officer

Sandra - Finance Officer

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Published: 12th May, 2019

Updated: 4th March, 2020

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Ben - SIBSupport Worker

Ben - SIBSupport Worker

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Published: 6th April, 2021

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Emily - Early Years Play Leader

Emily - Early Years Play Leader

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Published: 29th June, 2022

Updated: 20th January, 2023

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Katie - Senior Play Leader

Katie - Senior Play Leader

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Published: 29th June, 2022

Updated: 14th June, 2023

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Nikki - Play leader

Nikki - Play leader

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Published: 20th December, 2022

Updated: 22nd May, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

Loris - Play Leader

Loris - Play Leader

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Published: 21st December, 2022

Updated: 22nd May, 2023

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Colby - Admin & Volunteer Coordinator

Colby - Admin & Volunteer Coordinator

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Published: 14th April, 2023

Updated: 3rd May, 2023

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Paul - Caretaker

Paul - Caretaker

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Published: 14th April, 2023

Updated: 3rd May, 2023

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Becky - Finance Administrator

Becky - Finance Administrator

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Published: 21st April, 2023

Updated: 3rd May, 2023

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Jacqui - Play Leader

Jacqui - Play Leader

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Published: 18th July, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

Kelly - Out of Centre Sibling Coordinator

Kelly - Out of Centre Sibling Coordinator

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Published: 18th July, 2023

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Latest

  • SIBSupport Christmas Meal Year 7+

    SIBSupport Christmas Meal Year 7+

    On Friday 1st December we will having a Christmas meal together as a group to Nandos at the Kennet Centre, agreed unanimously by the group! We will all meet at Buick Mackane by 6pm, at which point we will head to Nandos.

  • SIBSupport Christmas Party

    SIBSupport Christmas Party

    We are running a fun-filled SIBSupport Christmas Party on Thursday 21st December from 11.15 - 12.45, which is £5 to attend. The party will include a disco, lots of games and party food to get us in the Christmas spirit! 

  • Autumn Hamper

    Autumn Hamper

    We are running an autumn raffle for the chance to win a hamper of treats! Entries for the competition cost £1. The winner will be announced on the 1st December. Good luck! 

  • My Family and Friends November Session

    My Family and Friends November Session

    My Family & Friends Play Sessions are an opportunity for families to attend a group within the community specifically for children under 5 with special needs. These sessions include activities to help with development and socialising.

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  • Our sessions

    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.

  • Book a session

    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!

  • What we do

    What we do

    Swings & Smiles is a place to play for children with special needs and their families. It offers a unique environment where the whole family feels supported and where they can spend quality time together. Our services include play sessions, sibling support and outreach.

  • Our facilities

    Our facilities

    Swings & Smiles offers play sessions for children with special needs and their whole family at our centre in Thatcham.

  • Work with us

    Work with us

    Find out about our latest job opportunities at Swings & Smiles.

  • Sibling support

    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.

  • Contact us

    Contact us

    How to get in touch with or find Swings & Smiles in Thatcham, West Berkshire with details of opening times.

  • About outreach

    About outreach

    Swings & Smiles is able to provide outreach in the community free of charge. We're able to visit schools, groups and individuals with lots of lovely sensory equipment and activities.

  • Our story

    Our story

    Swings & Smiles is charity for children with special needs and their families, and was set up in 2007 by Sian Cook whose daughter Amy was her inspiration. We provide a play to play and support for the whole family.

  • Temporary Phone Number

    Temporary Phone Number

    The phones at Swings & Smiles are currently not working and we are using a temporary phone number. If you have an enquiry please call 01635 017480 or email [email protected].

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A Place to Play
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Thatcham
RG19 3RR

+44 (0)1635 285170
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Swings & Smiles is registered in England as charity number 1120598