Improving the lives and opportunities of people with Down syndrome and their families in Leeds.
Latest news
RISE Playschemes open for booking
20th Apr 2026
Join RISE Playschemes for yoga classes filled with games, creativity, laughter and new friendships.
Read moreAkhirah Foundation’s 3-21 Challenge
20th Apr 2026
Please donate if you can to raise vital funds for Sunshine and Smiles.
Read more20th Apr 2026
Please take a minute to respond to the Leeds SEND inspection survey - Closes at 9am tomorrow, 21st April!
Read moreStaff Reduced Hours over the Holidays
30th Mar 2026
Our staff will be working reduced hours over the 2 week Easter break.
Read moreAthil Trefoil Charity of the Year
30th Mar 2026
A huge thank you to Jaci Bowman and her colleagues from the Athil Trefoil Guild who have chosen Sunshine & Smiles as their charity to support this year.
Read more30th Mar 2026
We had a great day at Leeds Local Offer Live, meeting families and other organisations.
Read moreUpcoming events
Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 20th Apr 2026 - Fri, 24th Apr 2026
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
Ruth's Purple Speech and Language groups
Next date:
Mon, 20th Apr 2026
Ruth's Speech & Language Groups
Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 20th Apr 2026
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Early Development Group - Busy Bees
Next date:
Tue, 21st Apr 2026, 10:00-11:30
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Early Development Group - Caterpillars
Next date:
Tue, 21st Apr 2026, 12:30-14:00
Using tools & resources to encourage development
