Welcome to our weekly newsletter.
This week we have: Sunbeams (Ages 0-4), Early Development- Ducklings, Caitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups (Wednesday), Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+, Caitlin's Blue Speech and Language Groups, Made with Music for Smilers and Youth (ages 8-18), Family swim at Bramley Baths and Football for ages 4-16.
We have a Nearly New Sale coming up on 11th October at Hollybush Conservation Centre and would love some more volunteers for our cafe for this.
If you haven't already, please do vote for us on Facebook to help us secure some vital funding.
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: 07442 332678
Weekend: 07472 320168
Email: adminteam@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk
Latest news
Help needed to secure vital funding!
Parents, family and supporters of Sunshine and Smiles - we need your help to secure vital funding!
Read more...We are holding another Nearly New Sale to raise vital funds for Sunshine and Smiles on Saturday 11th October at the Hollybush Conservation Centre in Kirkstall.
Read more...Volunteers still required for our Nearly New Sale
Could you spare some of your time to volunteer with us at Cafe 21 at TCV Hollybush? We’re still in need of some volunteers to help run the cafe during our nearly new sale on Saturday 11th October 10am - 3.30pm.
Read more...Leeds Family Hubs and SEND parent drop-in
Leeds family hubs provide a welcoming space where families with children and young people (0 to 19 years, or up to 25 years for young people with special educational needs and disabilities) can access support, advice, and services in one convenient location.
Read more...“Ribbons” sculpture - please vote!
We are excited to announce that Ribbons, a public sculpture celebrating women of Leeds, including our very own Ailith Harley-Roberts, has been shortlisted for a 2025 PSSA Marsh Award for Excellence in Public Sculpture
Read more...Health Workshop by the Learning Disability Team
Leeds Teaching Hospitals' Learning Disability and Autism Team are running an online health workshop for parents and carers of children with SEND.
Read more...Save the Date for our Annual Party!
Please save SUNDAY 30TH NOVEMBER 2025 in your calendars for our annual party at the Royal Armouries!
Read more...What's on this week
Early Development Group - Ducklings
Next date: Tue, 23rd Sep 2025, 10:30-12:00
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Find out moreCaitlin's Green Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Wed, 24th Sep 2025, 15:30-17:30
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
Find out moreOnline Karaoke Session for ages 10+
Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Join us online for singing fun with Kerry
Find out moreCaitlin's Blue Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Sat, 27th Sep 2025, 10:00-14:30
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
Find out moreMade with Music for Smilers and Youth (ages 8-18)
Next date: Sat, 27th Sep 2025, 10:30-11:30
Join us for musical fun followed by coffee and a chat
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Every other Saturday, 15:15-17:15
Next date: Sat, 27th Sep 2025
Our next family swim session
Find out moreCaitlin's Blue Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Sun, 28th Sep 2025, 10:00-14:30
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
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Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 29th Sep 2025 - Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available
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Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
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