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 child is playing with sensory toys at Basingstoke Nursery.
Early years
5 Oct 2023

Oliver’s story

Oliver is three years old and shows signs of autism. His dad, Josh, talks about how Oliver has grown since attending our Family Group in Birmingham.

Children are sitting on the floor. Lights are projected on the ground for them to look at.
Early years
5 Oct 2023

Logan’s story

Logan is three years old and attended the Kids Family Group from January-March 2023. His mum Lisa writes about his development during that time.

A boy is inside a playground playhouse. He is sitting by the window, his back to the camera.
Early years
5 Oct 2023

Kian and Kylo’s story

Sarah and her boys attend Kids' Family Group in Birmingham. Read their story.

A child is photographed from behind, playing with sensory toys on a table.
Early years
5 Oct 2023

Isacc’s story

Isacc is four years old and attends our Family Group. His mum, Leanne, tells us about the improvements she's seen in Isacc's communications skills.

Two boys are playing with toys attached to a board on the wall.
Early years
4 Oct 2023

Franco and Luciano’s story

Read about Franco and Luciano, two boys who attended our Basingstoke Nursery.

A staff member is helping a child drink water from a water bottle.
Early years
4 Oct 2023

Izzy’s story

Izzy has Global Developmental Delay and attends our Birmingham Family Group. Read her story.

Jenson is sitting on a car seat and is holding a blue water bottle.
Early years
13 Aug 2023

Jenson’s story

Jenson is three years old and has just started attending our Kids Family Group. His parent, Rhian, shares their story.

A photo zoomed in on an outdoor play table which contained colourful sensory objects.
Early years
19 Dec 2022

Tommy’s story

Tommy started at Basingstoke Nursery in July 2021, after moving on from another nursery. Read his story.

A woman with blonde hair is photographed from behind. She is blowing bubbles.
Early years
9 Dec 2022

Tammy’s story

Tammy shares how Kids supported her daughter after she was diagnosed with ASD.

There are two play tables of varying heights. Inside there are Legos and other items.
Early years
8 Dec 2022

Faith’s story

Faith has two boys who are autistic. She explains how they have thrived at Kids' Basingstoke Nursery.

Colby is sitting on the floor, looking to his right.
Early years
1 Nov 2022

Colby’s story

Jodie shares how the team at Kids' Basingstoke Nursery has supported her son, Colby, in his development.

Real-life stories
1 Nov 2022

Indie-Iris’ story

Find out how Indie-Iris is supported by our Young Carers group.