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Sunshine & Smiles

Support, Friendship & Fun

Improving the lives and opportunities of people with Down syndrome and their families in Leeds.

 

Latest news

Carter’s 80km challenge

Carter’s 80km challenge

1st Jun 2026

Throughout June, Carter will be running 80km for Sunshine and Smiles.

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Parent carer event

Parent carer event

1st Jun 2026

Join the LEEDS Parent Carer Forum and the Voice, Influence and Change Team for a supportive and informative morning.

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Positive Imaginings Circus Show and Woodland Workshop

Positive Imaginings Circus Show and Woodland Workshop

1st Jun 2026

Contact has joined forces with climate and arts partners to bring a series of woodland circus shows and workshops to outdoor venues across Yorkshire.

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Run for Sunshine and Smiles at Endure24 2027

Run for Sunshine and Smiles at Endure24 2027

27th May 2026

If you are thinking of taking on Endure24 in 2027, and are looking for a charity to run for, we’d love you to consider supporting Sunshine & Smiles – Leeds Down Syndrome Network.

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Hollybush Plant Sale

Hollybush Plant Sale

18th May 2026

Sunday 31st May is Hollybush Conservation Centre's popular annual plant sale. 

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 The Yorkshire Ability Triathlon

The Yorkshire Ability Triathlon

18th May 2026

What a fantastic day at the Yorkshire Ability Triathlon yesterday!  It was wonderful to see so many Sunshine and Smiles families coming together to enjoy such a  fun-filled event. 

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Upcoming events

Individual Support Sessions

Individual Support Sessions

Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 1st Jun 2026 - Fri, 5th Jun 2026

9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 1st Jun 2026

Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too

Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Next date:
Tue, 2nd Jun 2026, 10:00-11:30

Using tools & resources to encourage development

Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups

Next date:
Tue, 2nd Jun 2026, 12:00-17:45

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

Early Development Group - Caterpillars

Early Development Group - Caterpillars

Next date:
Tue, 2nd Jun 2026, 12:30-14:00

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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