Welcome to our newsletter for the week commencing 8th June.
This week we have: Early Development Group - Busy Bees, Early Development Group - Caterpillars, Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups, Cricket for young people aged 11+, Online Yoga for 16+, Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups, Tiny Outdoor Explorer Session for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8), Tiny Outdoors Explorers Session for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18), Family swim at Bramley Baths, Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups, Football for ages 4+
We'd love some volunteers at the Leeds Endure24 endurance race - please get in touch if you can spare some of your time to help!
This weekend we also have more fabulous Tiny Outdoor Explorer sessions at TCV Hollybush.
As always, we are available by telephone and email for advice, support and signposting – please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.
Weekday: 0113 3234626
Weekend: 07472 320168
Email: hello@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk
Latest news
Live weekly online training for schools
Dr Wendy Uttley from the Down Syndrome Training and Support Service, is running live weekly online training sessions for schools.
Read more...Parent support sessions with Leeds SENDIASS
A great opportunity to get information, ask questions and connect with other families.
Read more...Volunteers and cheer squad needed at Endure24
Urgently needed: Volunteers and supporters to be on the course on the afternoon of Saturday 4th July to cheer on our runners!
Read more...Join the LEEDS Parent Carer Forum and the Voice, Influence and Change Team for a supportive and informative morning.
Read more...Run for Sunshine and Smiles at Endure24 2027
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.
Read more...What's on this week
Early Development Group - Busy Bees
Next date: Tue, 16th Jun 2026, 10:00-11:30
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Find out moreEarly Development Group - Caterpillars
Next date: Tue, 16th Jun 2026, 12:30-14:00
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Find out moreCaitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Thu, 18th Jun 2026, 09:30-13:45
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
Find out moreCricket for young people aged 11+
Next date: Thu, 18th Jun 2026, 18:00-19:00
This term outdoor sessions are back on at Meanwood Cricket Club
Find out moreCaitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2026, 09:30-14:45
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
Find out moreTiny Outdoor Explorer Session for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2026, 10:30-11:30
Our Sunflowers group this week will be at Hollybush Conservation Centre
Find out moreTiny Outdoors Explorers Session for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18)
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2026, 11:30-12:30
Our Smilers group this week will be very special as we’re going to Forest School!
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Every other Saturday, 13:45-15:45
Next date: Sat, 20th Jun 2026
Our next family swim session
Find out moreCaitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Sun, 21st Jun 2026, 09:30-13:45
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
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Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 22nd Jun 2026 - Fri, 26th Jun 2026
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
Find out moreRuth's Purple Speech and Language groups
Next date: Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Ruth's Speech & Language Groups
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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
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