News and real-life stories

Real-life stories

We’re here for children and young people with special education needs and disabilities, young carers and families. Here are some of their stories.

Latest

Toddler playing with building blocks
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.

Young person attending online workshop
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.

classroom
Real-life stories
21 Jan 2025

Jack’s story

Read about Jack, a 12-year-old boy with autism & ADHD, who faced severe bullying and challenges at school.

children's multicoloured wooden block toys in playgroup setting
Early years
4 Dec 2024

William’s story 

William has a congenital syndrome and Rachel, William's mum, shares how he has flourished at Kids' playgroup.

girl's bedroom with orange bedding and wooden walls
Real-life stories
3 Dec 2024

Ruby’s story 

Ruby struggled with her sleep and her family found support through our online Sleep Workshop. Read Ruby's story.

A person is sitting around a wooden table, a pen in their hand. They are looking at someone off camera, presumably talking to them
Real-life stories
2 Jul 2024

Tabatha’s story – Disability Pride Month 

Tabs shares their journey as a person with SEND finding employment at Kids, and empowering young people to speak up.

A family of four photographed together. There is a white background behind them
Early years
12 Apr 2024

Sharon’s story

Sharon explains how Kids' early intervention helped her children with SEND thrive. 

A selfie of Donna. She has reddish hair and is wearing eyeliner
Real-life stories
18 Mar 2024

Donna’s story

This Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Donna shares her experiences learning about herself and making friends through our Nurturing Anchors workshops.

Real-life stories
18 Mar 2024

Allie’s story

Allie attended our workshops to build confidence and meet other parents of neurodivergent children in the naval community.

A group photo of young carers
Real-life stories
11 Jan 2024

Lyndsey’s story

Read about Lyndsey, aged 13, who became a young carer when her dad suffered a stroke.

Young carers outdoors
Real-life stories
11 Jan 2024

Mary’s story

Read about Mary, a 16-year-old young carer who looks after her mum and brother.

A child walking while holding a lunch bag.
Real-life stories
23 Nov 2023

Chloe’s story

Read about Chloe's journey at our Basingstoke Nursery.

Asher and her parents are photographed together. They are at an event.
Real-life stories
9 Oct 2023

Asher’s story

Asher is 18 years old, has autism and a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) profile. Read her story.

Joseph and Rachel are photographed together. Rachel is standing behind Joseph, both hands on his shoulders. They are smiling.
Real-life stories
9 Oct 2023

Joseph and Rachel’s story

Joseph has attended our Hayward Playground for over ten years. His mum, Rachel, shares their story.

Hamza is crouched on the floor, playing with trucks in a sand tray.
Early years
9 Oct 2023

Hamza’s story

Hamza is three years old and attends the Kids Family Group in Birmingham. Read his story.

Three children are sitting around a kids table with a staff member. They are pretending to have lunch with toys.
Early years
9 Oct 2023

Zack, Zayn and Zander’s story

Hear from Emma, whose three boys have gone to our Kids Family Centre Nursery in Birmingham. 

News and updates

When the world blocks children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities, Kids speaks up. Find out what we’ve been doing recently.

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News
23 Dec 2025

Thank you to our partners 2025

Celebrating our amazing partners and the impact they've made in 2025.

News
22 Dec 2025

Our 2025 recap

Take a look back at our incredible year supporting children and young people with SEND and their families.

News
16 Dec 2025

Christmas Carol Concert 2025

A heartwarming recap of our 2025 Christmas Carol Concert, celebrating the season and supporting children with SEND.

snowman drawing
News
9 Dec 2025

Festive drawings 

We’re thrilled to share a brand new gallery of festive artwork created by the children and young people we support.

woman holding child in front a christmas tree
News
25 Nov 2025

Show your support for disabled children and young people

This Christmas, you can help families access the support they urgently need.

cathy newman and stephen unwin sitting in armchairs opposite each other talking in front of a crowd of people
News
4 Nov 2025

An Evening with Stephen Unwin

We had the privilege of hosting an inspiring evening with Stephen Unwin to discuss his new book.

News
30 Oct 2025

Kids at Comic Con 2025

Find out more about our fantastic weekend at Comic Con and our chill zone.

A static caravan in a caravan site. There are steps up to an open door and a bay window with a Kids poster in it.
News
15 Sep 2025

Kids Cotswolds Holiday Home – New Online Booking System

Booking a stay at our Kids Cotswolds Holiday Home is now easier than ever with our new online booking system.

News
10 Sep 2025

Summer Activities at Kids: 2025 Highlights

Find out what children and young people have been up to this summer.

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.

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.

group of young people with SEND chatting
News
9 Jun 2025

Learning Disability Week 2025

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

woman running london marathon cheering with her hands in the air
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.

young woman and man looking at a laptop together
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.

News
2 Apr 2025

Kids Say We Can: Autism Acceptance Month

Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with our “Kids Say We Can” campaign.

Press and policy

We empower disabled children and young people, and their families to amplify their voices and champion their rights. Stay up to date with our latest press releases and policy news.

Latest

Luke Murphy SEND report launch
Press & policy
20 Jan 2026

Luke Murphy MP Visits Kids Nursery for SEND Crisis Report Launch

We were delighted to welcome Luke Murphy MP to our Basingstoke nursery to launch his report on the SEND crisis.

Press & policy
16 Jan 2026

Our response to the Government’s £200 Million SEND Training Investment

Kids welcomes the Government announcement to invest £200 million in SEND training for education professionals working with children of all ages.

Press & policy
12 Jan 2026

Young People with SEND Engage Education Leaders

7 inspiring young people with SEND came together for an interactive, youth-led workshop with education leaders.

Press & policy
28 Nov 2025

Our response to the autumn budget – 2025

We’ve summarised how some of the Autumn budget announcements might impact disabled children.

group picture of young people with SEND and participation practitioners
Press & policy
20 Nov 2025

All Voices at the Table Campaign

Join our All Voices at the Table campaign to amplify families’ voices and push for urgent reform to the SEND system.

two teenage boys sitting on a bench next to each other
Press & policy
13 Nov 2025

Help End the Cliff Edge

Help us end the cliff edge that many young people with a learning disability experience, Sign our open letter.

Press & policy
18 Sep 2025

Response to the Education Select Committee report

Our response to the Education Select Committee report into ‘Solving the SEND crisis’.

a group of young people are standing and smiling, in front of them is a giant snakes and ladders game
Youth Voice
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.

3 woman talking in front of a Kids branded banner. One woman is a wheelchair user.
Press & policy
15 Aug 2025

Dynamite at the Collective Get Together 2025

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

Press & policy
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.

young woman and man looking at a laptop together
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.

group of five women smiling in Parliament
CEO blog post
4 Feb 2025

Kids gives evidence at Parliament to solving the SEND crisis

Kids gives evidence at the Education Select Committee’s inquiry on the on the SEND crisis.

News
16 Jan 2025

Breakfast briefing – transition support for young people

We hosted a breakfast briefing focused on urgent action to support disabled young people transitioning into adulthood.

group picture of young people with SEND and participation practitioners
News
3 Dec 2024

MP SEND Toolkit Launch

Young people with SEND attended the MP SEND Toolkit launch, sharing their experiences with MPs.

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