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. ​

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.

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.

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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.

News
2 Apr 2025

Kids Say We Can: Autism Acceptance Month

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

Fundraising stories
21 Mar 2025

Andrew’s half marathon triumph

Andrew, recently completed his first Bath half marathon to support young people with SEND. Read his story.

A runner in a Kids vest is running with his hands up in the air
Fundraising stories
21 Mar 2025

Simon’s epic challenges

Four marathons, an Ironman, and even bigger challenges ahead - read Simon's incredible story.

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News
3 Mar 2025

Vote for Kids to win a donation from My Favourite Voucher Codes

Vote for Kids to win a donation from My Favourite Voucher Codes and help create brighter futures with disabled children.

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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.