Sunshine & Smiles

Welcome to our weekly newsletter.

We want to wish everyone a very happy World Down Syndrome Day for Saturday!

This week we have: Sunbeams (Ages 0-4), Early Development Group - Ducklings, Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday), Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+, Online Yoga for 16+, Tiny Outdoor Explorer Session for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8) and Tiny Outdoors Explorers Session for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18).

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

World Down Syndrome Day 2026

It’s World Down Syndrome Day this Saturday, 21st March! We hope you have your odd socks at the ready?

World Down Syndrome Day 2026 is coming up on Saturday 21st March!

Do you fancy taking on the world’s biggest half marathon to raise vital funds for Sunshine and Smiles?

We’re thrilled to announce that Sunshine and Smiles has won Disability Service Provider of the Year in the My Local Awards 2026.

The Down Syndrome Act consultation closes on 30th March. Here’s how to have your voice heard.

The Government published its White Paper on School SEND reforms last week- we are here to try and help you understand these far-reaching implications and how you can make your voices heard.

Inclusive Mainstream Practice

We encourage all families to take a few minutes to explore the Inclusive Mainstream Practice website and familiarise themselves with the guidance.

Leeds Local Offer Live

Leeds Local Offer Live is the annual marketplace event, bringing together families, professionals, and service providers to share information, resources and support, taking place on Wednesday 25th March

Understanding SEND Mediation

Join the Leeds Parent Carer Forum for a free, informal online session delivered by Collis Mediation Limited, the commissioned SEND Mediation and Disagreement Resolution Provider.

RISE Learning Hub has opened applications for its first ever 6-week course- a teacher-led, child-informed Yoga & Mindfulness Programme.

Babble Play Project

The BabblePlay project involves testing a parent-led app designed to support early vocal development in babies with Down syndrome.

Do you fancy taking on a challenge in 2026 and raising vital funds for Sunshine and Smiles? Endure24 (the North’s biggest 24-hour trail race) is taking place from 4th-5th July.