Newbury Investments UK

Newbury Investments UK

We are incredibly grateful to Newbury Investments UK for their support with their donation of £1535. Alongside their donation we were able to show them around the centre and share more information on the services that we offer.

Fundraise for us

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Pub quiz at Ye Olde Red Lion

Get together with friends and family on Saturday 18th May and come along to our fantastic pub quiz at Ye Olde Red Lion in Chieveley.
Antiques and Anecdotes with Thomas Forrester

Hosted at the stunning Woodspeen restaurant, enjoy an evening of antiques and anecdotes with TV's expert auctioneer Thomas Forrester. Taking place on Monday 10th June.
Newbury SEND Parent Carer Cafe Summer Term 2024

Newbury SEND Parent - Carer Cafe will be running throughout the Summer Term.
Saxonwood Family Play

Swings & Smiles will be visiting Saxon Wood school to run a fun-packed outreach session for Hampshire SEND pupils and their families.

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Côte Brasserie

The Managing Director of Côte Restaurants visited Swings & Smiles and was inspired and moved by the work we do. He wanted to do something to help us fundraise and decided to donate the proceeds from the sales of all Côte's 'Dessert of the Month' throughout September 2016.
MKM Newbury's Charity of the Year

We are happy to announce that for 2023 we have been chosen by MKM Newbury as the charity they will support throughout 2023.

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Our sessions

Swings & Smiles is open seven days a week, providing a place to play and support for children with special needs and their families. Find out what's on offer and how you can book to come along.
Book a session

Once you've completed our assessment form you'll be told which sessions you can attend at Swings & Smiles. You can book online via the website or email - we hope to see you soon!
What we do

Swings & Smiles is a place to play for children with special needs and their families. It offers a unique environment where the whole family feels supported and where they can spend quality time together. Our services include play sessions, sibling support and outreach.
Our facilities

Swings & Smiles offers play sessions for children with special needs and their whole family at our centre in Thatcham.
Work with us

Find out about our latest job opportunities at Swings & Smiles.
Sibling support

We understand just how different life is when you have a brother or sister who has a disability or special needs. We run three sessions a month for siblings which are free to attend, as well as offering a 5 week course in schools.
Contact us

How to get in touch with or find Swings & Smiles in Thatcham, West Berkshire with details of opening times.
About outreach

Swings & Smiles is able to provide outreach in the community free of charge. We're able to visit schools, groups and individuals with lots of lovely sensory equipment and activities.
Our story

Swings & Smiles is charity for children with special needs and their families, and was set up in 2007 by Sian Cook whose daughter Amy was her inspiration. We provide a play to play and support for the whole family.
General Appeal

We rely on fundraising to keep Swings & Smiles going. Every penny helps us to continue delivering our service to children with special needs and their families.