Trustees and Patrons

Sian Cook - Founder and Patron

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Tor Sandars - Chair of Trustees

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Quona Constable - Trustee

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Luisa Godfrey - Trustee

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Derek Hardman - Trustee

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Jeff Ives - Trustee

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Caroline Johnson - Trustee

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Andrew McKenzie - Trustee

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Graham Page - 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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Race To The Stones Linda Stoyle

I like to support a local charity and know a few families who use your services
Professionals Afternoon

On Thursday 8th July we're opening our doors for any professionals that wish to learn more about what we do at Swings & Smiles.
Family Open Day

Swings & Smiles has had a little makeover and on Saturday 17th July we’ll be running three special Family Play sessions to show off all our new facilities,
Mini Spec, Spectrum and Oasis

Mini Spec, Spectrum and Oasis are our youth clubs especially for children and young people who have an autism diagnosis and attend mainstream education.

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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!
Our facilities

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

Swings & Smiles has had a little makeover and on Saturday 17th July we’ll be running three special Family Play sessions to show off all our new facilities,
Contact us

How to get in touch with or find Swings & Smiles in Thatcham, West Berkshire with details of opening times.
Golf Day, 14th July 2021

Join us for a fun-filled day of bacon butties, 18 holes of golf and a delicious lunch at our annual Golf Day to raise funds for Swings & Smiles.
Welcome Sangeeta

Swings & Smiles welcome ITV Meridian News Presenter Sangeeta Bhabra as a patron. Sangeeta is an adult sibling carer and has written an article for carers week, illustrating some of the challenges she faces but also the many positives she experiences from having a disabled brother.
Work with us

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