Government has recognised the need to include children & young people who are out of school, including those with EOTAS packages, within its SEND reform proposals. We’re pleased that a consultation has been launched to gather views on this important area. consult.education.gov.uk/accountabili...

434 young people with SEND told us there are some key areas where SEND support needs to improve. 💬 Better information & advice 🤝 Services working together more effectively 🧠 Improved mental health support 📣 Clearer communication & being kept informed Read here - hub.kids.org.uk/hub-content/...

We're proud to partner with the Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity to support service families raising children and young people with SEND. 💙 We provide workshops, wellbeing support and peer sessions led by experienced SEND professionals. Find out more here: www.kids.org.uk/services/nav...

Government has published several pieces of guidance to support mainstream schools and other education settings strengthen inclusion. But guidance alone won’t deliver change. Schools need support, funding, training & accountability to make this a reality. Read more: www.kids.org.uk/news/new-gov...

Every young person deserves the chance to grow in confidence and independence💙 Cece, a young person with Down syndrome, enjoys attending one of our Adventure Playgrounds, where she spends time with her peers in a supportive environment. Read Cece's story here: www.kids.org.uk/news/ceces-s...

As part of the Government’s SEND reforms consultation, we gathered young people's views and experiences of SEND support. 📊 434 young people took part 📝 149 completed our survey 🤝 285 joined activities online and in person See what young people told us: hub.kids.org.uk/hub-content/...

When asked how children and families should be involved in decisions, young people gave a clear answer: 💬 "Ask us." Young people's voices should be at the heart of shaping the future of the SEND system. Find out more about what young people told us here: buff.ly/fbetjS1

We recognise the importance of keeping children and young people safe online and welcome the announcement about social media restrictions for under 16s – an important step to strengthening protection in the digital world.

We’ve created a range of resources sharing what 434 young people told us during the SEND reforms consultation, bringing together their views, experiences and insights. 📄 A youth-friendly report 🎥 A highlights video of the key themes Explore here: hub.kids.org.uk/hub-content/...

This #LearningDisabilityWeek, we're celebrating children and young people with learning disabilities for who they are. Not just their support needs. Not just the challenges they face. Because every child and young person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued as an individual.

Today, the Government made important announcements building on their SEND reform proposals, including guidance on the Experts at Hand services, and details of the expert panel that will develop the National Inclusion Standards and Specialist Provision Packages. schoolsweek.co.uk/experts-at-h...

Take part in the next #MakingParticipationWork Practitioners’ Community of Practice on 19 Nov, 10:00–13:00 online. Discuss how to engage decision-makers and senior leaders, and advocate for children and young people’s voices to be heard. Register:

Only 36% of disabled young people feel part of their school or college community. Inclusion isn’t optional - it’s a right for every child and young person. Share if you agree.

Today’s interim report from Alan Milburn highlights the growing number of young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET). The reasons behind this are complex, but young people with SEND are significantly more likely to become NEET. www.gov.uk/government/p...

These are not just statistics - they represent thousands of disabled children and young people missing out on learning, friendship, and inclusion every day. Behind every number is a child’s experience of education that isn’t working as it should. Urgent change is needed.

Disabled young people have shared what would make a real difference to their education experience - helping them learn and thrive just like any other child or young person.

Missing out on clubs, sitting alone at break time, not having the right support in class - these are everyday experiences for too many disabled young people. A school system should work for everyone, not just some.

We have submitted our formal response to the Government’s SEND reform consultation. Our response is rooted in the experiences of disabled children and young people, families, and the expertise of frontline staff across our services. Read here: www.kids.org.uk/news/kids-su...

Today, Kids has announced that @katieghose.bsky.social will be leaving her role as Chief Executive in autumn 2026. After more than six years leading the charity, Katie will be moving on to become Chief Executive of the Refugee Council. Read the full statement here: www.kids.org.uk/news/katie-g...

Disabled young people want the same ordinary things as everyone else - to feel happy, included, and able to achieve at school or college. But only 28% say they’re getting the right support. The SEND consultation closes at 11.59pm today. Have your say: consult.education.gov.uk/send-strateg...

These 5 changes could make a real difference to disabled children and young people’s experience at school or college. Find out more about these recommendations in our latest report with @dcpcampaign.bsky.social: www.kids.org.uk/news/how-to-...

This is what disabled young people tell us about their experience at school... excluded from friendships, clubs and everyday school life. Education should open doors, not create barriers. Read more in our report with @dcpcampaign.bsky.social: www.kids.org.uk/news/how-to-...

We welcome the pledge to reform the SEND system in today's King's Speech, but families and young people need to see meaningful action that delivers real change. The consultation on proposed SEND reforms in England closes next Monday - have your say here: consult.education.gov.uk/send-strateg...

If you’re coming to MCM London Comic Con this May, come and visit our Kids Awareness Stand! We’ll be at Booth N2290 in the North Hall all weekend. 💛

Too many disabled young people are being let down by a broken education system. Only 28% say they get the right support. That means missing out on learning, friendships, and inclusion. This must change. Have your say in the SEND reform consultation: consult.education.gov.uk/send-strateg...

Every day, families tell us how hard it is to access SEND support, while schools are facing increasing responsibilities with limited resources. If mainstream schools are to support more pupils with SEND, staffing capacity is a key part of the picture. (1/3)

3 days to go until the @LondonMarathon and the excitement is building! Our incredible Kids runners are taking on 26.2 miles for a powerful purpose - running for inclusion, opportunity, and for every disabled child and young person who deserves an equal opportunity to thrive. 💙

10 days to go until the London Marathon! ⏳ Our amazing Team Kids runners have been putting in the miles, the effort, and so much determination - and race day is nearly here! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ We’re incredibly grateful for all the amazing support!

Today our CEO, @katieghose.bsky.social, gave evidence to the Education Select Committee on the Government’s proposed SEND reforms, highlighting that real change needs proper investment, accountability, and a whole-system approach. Watch here from 11:35 - parliamentlive.tv/event/index/...

Our CEO, @katieghose.bsky.social, is at Parliament today giving evidence to the Education Select Committee on the Government’s proposed SEND reforms. You can watch it live here at 11am: committees.parliament.uk/event/26998/...

The Schools Minister, Georgia Gould, answers parents and carers' questions on SEND reform at 6pm on Wednesday 15 April. Find out more about the consultation and plans on SEND reforms. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/focus-on-s...

Good luck to our incredible Team Kids runners taking on the London Half Marathon! You’ve trained hard, shown amazing dedication, and this weekend you’re running to make a real difference for disabled children and young people. We'll be cheering you on every step of the way! 🎉

Happy #NationalSiblingsDay2026! We are celebrating siblings who have grown up with a disabled or neurodivergent brother or sister. Join the conversation and tell us your #ItsaSiblingThing www.sibs.org.uk/nsd

One of the most important ways to build understanding is simple: Listen. Listening to young people’s lived-experiences gives real insight into what the world feels like for them - what helps, what doesn’t, and what truly makes a difference.

Today is a good day for children! 450,000 will be lifted out of poverty thanks to the end of the two-child limit. We're celebrating this along with 17 other orgs with an advert in The Times. The advert has been funded by hundreds of small donations from people supporting @38degrees.bsky.social.

On Monday, the Kids Youth Voice Team had the incredible privilege of supporting two young people from our services as they visited 10 Downing Street to hand in a powerful joint open letter calling on the Government to #EndTheCliffEdge.

Today marks the start of Autism Acceptance Month! 💛 Awareness and acceptance matters, but it’s only the beginning. What really makes a difference is understanding, support, and action that lasts beyond April. #KidsSayWeCan

Have your say on the future of SEND support 📢 The DfE is currently holding a formal consultation on the proposed SEND reforms, and this is your chance to be heard. They are holding online & in-person engagement events - view & register here: consult.education.gov.uk/send-reform/

Gaps in availability of childcare for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is one of the most concerning and consistent findings of our Childcare Survey over the last 25 years: www.coramfamilyandchildcare.org.uk/research/chi...

The UK government is making decisions about SEND support - and they need to hear from young people with SEND. If you're aged 13-25 with SEND, this is your chance to speak up about what really matters in your life, your education and your future. Take our survey hub.kids.org.uk/youth-voice/

Everyone experiences the world in their own unique way, and that is something to celebrate. There is no single “right” way to think, learn, communicate or feel. #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek

The Government has proposed changes to SEND support in England. We’ve put together a clear overview explaining the key proposals, what this could mean, and how you can share your views. Read our overview and find out how you can take part in the consultation: www.kids.org.uk/overview-pro...

Yesterday, alongside The Enemy of Boredom, we were proud to host an MP drop-in at Parliament, sponsored by @peter4bracknell.bsky.social - putting young people at the heart of the conversation. Read more about the event here - www.kids.org.uk/news/young-p...

Blown away by the conversations between young people and MPs at our drop in today @kidscharity.bsky.social and huge 🙏🏽 peter4bracknell.bsky.social for hosting. Listening and learning to each other with a ‘can do’ focus on the urgent changes needed for every child to play, learn, grow and thrive. 🙏🏽 🙌

We are carefully reviewing the Gov's Schools White Paper and will be sharing a clear and accessible summary of the key proposals soon. In the meantime, if you have any initial thoughts on the proposals, share your views with us here: www.kids.org.uk/news/schools...

As members of the @dcpcampaign.bsky.social, we’re proud to support the Young People Survey for disabled young people aged 11–25. Your experiences matter - help us make sure young disabled voices shape real change. bit.ly/YPSurvey26 Easy Read version here:https://bit.ly/YPSurvey26ER

Our CEO, @katieghose.bsky.social, spoke to Nuala McGovern on BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour about the Gov's SEND reform proposals and the importance of early support, so all children and young people can play, learn, grow, and thrive. Listen from 25:50 - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Our CEO @katieghose.bsky.social spoke on @bbc5live.bsky.social about the Gov's Schools White Paper, highlighting that parents will only feel really reassured when their own experience in the local school is truly inclusive. Listen from 1:28 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

"For the hundreds & thousands of children and families that we work with, they just want the ordinary things." Our CEO @katieghose.bsky.social spoke on @itvnews.bsky.social today about the Gov's Schools White Paper 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving'. Watch from 2:10 - www.itv.com/watch/news/f...

Our CEO, @katieghose.bsky.social, responds to the Schools White Paper 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving'.