Improving the lives and opportunities of people with Down syndrome and their families in Leeds.
Latest news
4th Sep 2026
The Down Syndrome Act became law more than four years ago, but we are still waiting for the Government to publish the final statutory guidance needed to turn the Act into meaningful change.
Read moreParent Carer Information Sessions in September
4th Sep 2026
Leeds Local Offer have two more SEND parent/carer information drop-in sessions coming up in September.
Read moreSunshine and Smiles signing choir
4th Sep 2026
We’re hoping to put together a Sunshine & Smiles signing choir to perform three songs at an upcoming event.
Read moreGood luck to our Great North Runners
4th Sep 2026
We want to say good luck and a big thank you to those taking on the Great North Run for Sunshine and Smiles next weekend.
Read moreUpdate on our move to Acclaim House
4th Sep 2026
We wanted to give you a quick update on our move to our new home, Acclaim House.
Read more3rd Sep 2026
We’re delighted to have secured an important stepping stone towards our long-term vision of finding and creating a permanent home for our charity.
Read moreUpcoming events
Yoga for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18)
Next date:
Sat, 5th Sep 2026, 10:30-11:30
Smilers and Youth for ages 8-18 meets every other Saturday morning.
Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2026 - Fri, 11th Sep 2026
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2026
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Every other Saturday, 13:45-15:45
Next date: Sat, 12th Sep 2026
Our next family swim session
