PDA

PDA Society – Information about PDA and resources for support. PDA Society – Pathological Demand Avoidance – Part of the Autism Spectrum

West Berkshire PDA Support group - The West Berks PDA support group runs meetings and shares resources for parents of children with Pathological Demand Avoidance. West Berks PDA Support Group

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Teddy is climbing Mount Everest! Mountain 🏔️

Teddy is fundraising to support the amazing work Swings & Smiles can do!
Swings & Smiles Community Day

Ever wondered what we do at Swings & Smiles? This summer we are welcoming our neighbours to have a look around our play centre and discover how we support disabled children and their families on Saturday 10th August 11am - 3pm
Swings & Smiles sponsored walk

We wanted to come together as staff and volunteers to walk and raise money toward the £10,000 target of the Escalator Project.
Silent auction and Swings & Smiles Olympics at David Lloyd Newbury

The family friendly weekend of events will take place at David Lloyd Newbury on the weekend of 31st August & 1st September.

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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.
General Appeal

We rely on fundraising to keep Swings & Smiles going. Every penny helps us to continue delivering our service to children with special needs and their families.