Improving the lives and opportunities of people with Down syndrome and their families in Leeds.
Latest news
PwC goes the distance for Sunshine and Smiles
22nd Jun 2026
We want to say a huge thank you to the PwC Foundation who have chosen Sunshine and Smiles as one of their Leeds office charities of the year and have raised a phenomenal £4708.36!
Read moreNext SEND parent carer information drop-in session
22nd Jun 2026
The next Leeds SEND parent/carer information drop-in session will be held in Belle Isle.
Read moreLeeds SEND inspection raises significant concerns
22nd Jun 2026
On Friday, Sunshine and Smiles and 21 Co. were featured on BBC Look North, sharing our response to the Ofsted/CQC SEND inspection for Leeds.
Read moreParent support sessions with Leeds SENDIASS
15th Jun 2026
A great opportunity to get information, ask questions and connect with other families.
Read moreLive weekly online training for schools
15th Jun 2026
Dr Wendy Uttley from the Down Syndrome Training and Support Service, is running live weekly online training sessions for schools.
Read moreUpcoming events
Ruth's Purple Speech and Language groups
Next date:
Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Ruth's Speech & Language Groups
Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 22nd Jun 2026 - Fri, 26th Jun 2026
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Early Development Group - Ducklings
Next date:
Tue, 23rd Jun 2026, 10:00-11:30
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Caitlin's Blue Speech and Language Groups
Next date:
Tue, 23rd Jun 2026, 16:00-17:45
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
