News and real-life stories

We’re here for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities, young carers and families. ​We’re on a mission to create a world where all kinds of kids have all kinds of opportunities. ​

A young person is looking out a cabin playhouse, one hand on his chin
News
2 May 2024

Kids releases revealing report: On the Cliff Edge

Our report documents the experience of young people with SEND as they move from childhood into adulthood.

News
3 Sep 2025

SEND in Education Resources for Young People

New SEND in education resources for young people with SEND on our Young People's Hub.

News
1 Sep 2025

SEND in Education Guides to Support Families This School Year

New SEND in education guides; practical advice to help children with SEND thrive at school.

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News
15 Aug 2025

Collective Get Together 2025

Over 50 young people with SEND joined our annual Collective Get Together to share ideas and influence change.

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News
15 Aug 2025

Dynamite at the Collective Get Together 2025

Abbie, Chair of Dynamite, shares her experience of the Collective Get Together.

News
25 Jul 2025

Fight for Ordinary Campaign

Join the Fight for Ordinary campaign to fix the broken SEND system.

Early years
8 Jul 2025

Response to Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life strategy

Our response to the Government’s Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life strategy.

CEO blog post
12 Jun 2025

What is the future of SEND support

Our CEO, Katie Ghose, shares what we know so far about the future of SEND support and what remains uncertain.

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News
9 Jun 2025

Learning Disability Week 2025

Celebrate Learning Disability Week 2025 by recognising the voices and achievements of young people with SEND.

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Fundraising stories
30 May 2025

London Marathon runners raise over £84,000 for Kids 

On Sunday 27th April, 41 runners completed the London Marathon for Kids.

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News
21 May 2025

New Digital Inclusion Programme

The DSC has launched a new programme to help 20,000+ disabled children and families access vital digital support.

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Early years
9 Apr 2025

Remi’s story 

Remi is autistic, and with support from Kids, his family found a group where he could truly thrive. Read Remi's story.

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Navy
8 Apr 2025

AJ’s story 

AJ is an autistic young person with ADHD. His dad reached out for support to help him embrace his individuality.