What we do
Support
We want all children and young people with learning difficulties to lead a fulfilling life. We support them and their families to achieve this.
Inform
Our multi-disciplinary team have the experience to inform and provide evidence-based procedures and tools to help families and professionals.
Empower
Our goal is to empower children and young people and their families with the skills and confidence to have a real say in decisions about their lives.
How do we help?
We work directly with families, providing information, advice and one-to-one support
We support and advocate for children and young people under the age of 25
We help plan for transitions for secondary school pupils
We produce literature, training and resources for professionals, parents and carers
We collaborate with partners to raise awareness and reach more people who need our help
For more information, visit our Help and Support page.
The Future
We‘re continually moving forward to create a better understanding of neurodiversity and to become an internationally respected centre of excellence.
Our journey so far
From our launch in 2000 to celebrating our 21st Anniversary, find out how we got to where we are today.
Follow the journeyAnnie’s syndrome
Our founder Sophie has been raising awareness of learning difficulties for many years, inspired by her own experience with her daughter Annie. Learn more about their journey and Annie’s rare chromosome disorder.
Annie’s StoryResearch
Read more about our studies on the issues facing children and young people with learning difficulties and their families.
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