Christmas Carol Concert 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Carols Concert 2025! It was a truly magical evening, full of festive cheer and community spirit!
We are so grateful to everyone who came together to celebrate the festive season and support children and young people with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). Your generosity, festive cheer, and presence made the evening truly memorable.
Heartfelt readings
The night was made even more special by heartfelt readings from some incredible individuals. We were thrilled to hear from Samantha Renke, Paul Brand, Stephen Unwin, and Abi – Kids Advisory Panel member – who shared personal stories, festive reflections, and experiences that added a meaningful touch to the evening.
Abi’s empowering story
A particulalry touching moment was Abi’s speech. Abi is part of Kids Advisory Panel, which helps guide Kids’ strategic direction. Abi shared her personal journey navigating autism and how Kids has helped along the way.
“When I was younger, I did not understand myself at all and I didn’t want people to know about my autism, as I didn’t understand it myself. But at college I made a presentation about autism and this has helped me understand myself lots better.
Kids and all the other charities have made a huge difference and given me a lot more confidence.”
– Abi, Kids Advisory Panel member.
Quotes from Young People
Paul Brand shared some inspiring words from young people who have been supported by Kids.
“Kids is wonderful, from supporting me in attending meetings to going to Parliament and speaking to MPs, helping me grow my confidence and giving me opportunities I othwerise wouldn’t get.”
“Kids goes beyond championing children and young people, they actively encourage us to champion ourselves and equip us with the tools, platform and know-how to do it.”
Stephen’s inspiring family journey
Stephen Unwin shared his family’s personal journey navigating life with a son with severe learning disabilities, offering a personal and inspiring perspective, and how Kids has helped.
“Joey’s mum and I were fortunate enough in having come across Kids at an early stage, and what we found was a charity with the right culture – a charity that cares. A charity which recognises that families face many particular challenges, every family faces a different set of challenges, and whose clear aim is to help them in any way they can.”
– Stephen Unwin, acclaimed theatre director, author, and former Chair of Kids
A symphony of festive cheer
The night was brought to life by the Farm Street Church Choir and the Finchley Children’s Music Group, whose beautiful voices and stunning performances left everyone in awe. Their renditions of classic carols created an atmosphere of pure joy, warmth, and the true spirit of the season.
Thank you to our wonderful supporters
This night would not have been possible without our amazing supporters.
We are incredibly grateful to Savills for sponsoring the event and helping us bring this magical evening to life. Your increible support allowed us to gather so many people together to celebrate the season and raise awareness for children and young people with SEND.
A huge thank you also goes to Bidfood UK, who provided the delicious wine and mince pies that added a festive touch to the evening.
Thank you Delefino Mayfair and Jazwares, LLC for kindly donating the brilliant raffle prizes – the Squishmallows definitely caugh people’s eye!
Thank you for making a difference
To everyone who joined us, sang along, and donated, or simply – thank you. Your presence and festive spirit made this night unforgettable and will help us provide vital opportunities for children and young people with SEND to thrive.
We wish you all a joyful festive season and a bright New Year!