Trustees and Patrons

Sian Cook - Founder and Patron

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Derek Hardman - Chair of Trustees

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Tor Sandars

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Quona Constable - Trustee

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Luisa Godfrey - Trustee

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Jeff Ives - Trustee

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Mike Megan - Trustee

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Vic Mistry - Trustee

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Amanda Walburn-Green - Trustee

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Sangeeta Bhabra - Patron

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Richard Benyon - Patron

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Mary Cameron - Patron

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Graeme Murty - Patron

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Alastair Storey OBE - Patron

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Chris Tarrant OBE - Patron

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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

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

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 & 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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].