Welcome to our newsletter for the week commencing 7th September 2026. We hope that everyone had a lovely summer and that the new term has started well. We're excited to say that our groups and activities have resumed and we can't wait to see everyone!
This week we have: Individual Support Sessions, Sunbeams (Ages 0-4), Online Yoga for 16+, Family swim at Bramley Baths, Football for ages 4+, Tiny Outdoor Explorer Session for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8), Tiny Outdoors Explorers Session for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18)
Our Sunflower and Smiler sessions are with Tiny Outdoor Explorers this week!
We have an update on our move to Acclaim House and for the next two weeks, all activities will continue at Stainbeck Hall. We have exciting news of a signing choir that we are setting up for a one-off event and want to say good luck to our Great North Runners.
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
Update on our move to Acclaim House
We wanted to give you a quick update on our move to our new home, Acclaim House.
Read more...Good luck to our Great North Runners
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 more...Sunshine and Smiles signing choir
We’re hoping to put together a Sunshine & Smiles signing choir to perform three songs at an upcoming event.
Read more...Parent Carer Information Sessions in September
Leeds Local Offer have two more SEND parent/carer information drop-in sessions coming up in September.
Read more...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 more...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 more...What's on this week
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.
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Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 7th Sep 2026 - Fri, 11th Sep 2026
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, 7th Sep 2026
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Find out moreTiny Outdoor Explorer Session for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)
Next date: Sat, 12th Sep 2026, 10:00-11:00
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, 12th Sep 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, 12th Sep 2026
Our next family swim session
Find out moreFootball for All Ages (4-11 & 12-20's)
Every other Sunday, 10:00-11:00
Next date: Sun, 13th Sep 2026
Join us for football, fun and new skills!
Find out moreRuth's Purple Speech and Language groups
Next date: Mon, 14th Sep 2026
Ruth's Speech & Language Groups
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Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 14th Sep 2026 - Fri, 18th Sep 2026
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, 14th Sep 2026
Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too
Find out moreEarly Development Group - Ducklings
Next date: Tue, 15th Sep 2026, 10:00-11:30
Using tools & resources to encourage development
Find out moreCaitlin's Blue Speech and Language Groups
Next date: Tue, 15th Sep 2026, 16:00-17:45
Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups
Find out moreOnline Karaoke Session for ages 10+
Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 16th Sep 2026
Join us online for singing fun.
Find out moreMade with Music for Smilers and Youth (ages 8-18)
Next date: Sat, 19th Sep 2026, 10:30-11:30
Join us for musical fun with Made with Music
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