Upcoming Research Projects
Please note that whilst 21 Together supports the aims of these studies, the research teams provide any text describing/advertising the study, and we, as a charity, have no involvement.
The NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) for Cardiovascular and Respiratory Medicine are running a national project under the theme “Heart Disease in Children”, which aims to support the development of new technologies for children and young people with both congenital and acquired heart conditions. They recognise that innovation is often driven by clinicians and researchers and doesn’t always fully reflect the day-to-day realities of families. For that reason, we have made it a core priority to listen directly to children, families, and frontline professionals about their experiences, needs, and priorities. Which is why they’ve created a short survey for families to fill out. Please see the flyer for more details.
📣Calling all parents of children with Down Syndrome💙💛
❓Are you a parent or carer of a child with Down Syndrome aged between 6 months and 13 years?
👉 You're invited to take part in a short open question online survey exploring how parenting a child with Down Syndrome may shape your day-to-day life, sense of self and connections with others. We want to hear your story in your own words.
🧑🎓This study is part of an MSc Occupational Therapy research project with Leeds Beckett University. It aims to better understand the real experiences of parents, challenges, adaptions and everything in between.
🤫Your participation is confidential. No identifying information will be published. All responses will be anonymized. 💬Some responses may be quoted with pseudonyms in research, reports or publications to illustrate key themes.
❗️Participation is entirely voluntary and you may withdraw at any point before submitting the survey.
👉To take part, complete the survey here: https://ow.ly/N7Rr50XSSil
❓For questions regarding the study, please contact l.cameron7646@student.leedsbeckett.ac.uk
Project CECiLiA is undertaking research about Care, (Education) and Treatment Reviews for people with learning disabilities. To get involved see the poster here.
A university student at University College London (UCL) is currently conducting a research project titled “Improving Mathematical Abilities in Children with Down Syndrome and Williams Syndrome: Symbolic versus Non-symbolic Training Programmes.” They are now beginning the recruitment phase for the intervention study and would be incredibly grateful for your support. They are recruiting children with Down syndrome and Williams syndrome who are aged between 5-11 years and their parents. Please see the flyer for more information.
Spa Day with Lunch 2026
Sign up to register you interest for a FREE spa day and afternoon tea!
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
Makaton Level Two Training
Get your Makaton Level Two Training Certificate with our very own Makaton Tutor Trina Pollard.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
TASTER SESSION 2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Stars
We are delighted to invite families to our free Rising Stars taster sessions, giving you the opportunity to experience our pre-school learning programme and see how our sessions run before signing up.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
Community Coffee Mornings
Connect, chat and feel supported!
Whether you’d like to chat with other parents, speak with our experienced team, or simply enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in good company, you’re very welcome to join us.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
TASTER SESSION 2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Stars
We are delighted to invite families to our free Rising Stars taster sessions, giving you the opportunity to experience our pre-school learning programme and see how our sessions run before signing up.
21 Together's Zumbathon Fundraiser
Burn off calories, have fun and support a good cause - all in one!
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Charity Football Match
Medway United vs Canterbury Vets Charity Match
Join us for an exciting day of football as Medway United takes on Canterbury Vets in a fantastic charity match supporting 21 Together.
With both Ladies and Men’s teams competing, this promises to be a brilliant afternoon of football, community spirit, and fundraising.
Bring your friends and family along to enjoy the atmosphere, cheer on the teams, and support a great cause.
📅 Saturday 4th July 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 5:00pm
📍 Location: Star Meadow Sports Complex, Gillingham, ME7 3AN England
💷 Cost: £6 per adult – all proceeds go directly to our charity (Kids go free of charge!)
What to Expect:
Ladies and Men’s charity football matches
Family-friendly atmosphere
Community fundraising
Refreshments and entertainment
Raffle
A great day out supporting local causes
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone involved in organising and participating in this event in support of 21 Together.
Tickets:
Tickets can be booked directly through Eventbrite: Book tickets here
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Quarterly Community Conversations
Join us for an open and welcoming community conversation with the 21 Together team; designed to bring together our service users, donors, supporters, partners and collaborators to share updates, ask questions, and help shape the future of our work together!
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Makaton Level Three Training
Get your Makaton Level Three Training Certificate with our very own Makaton Tutor Trina Pollard.
Purposeful Prosecco
Purposeful Prosecco – Business Networking with Impact 🥂
Join us for Purposeful Prosecco, a special business networking event celebrating 10 incredible years of 21 Together. This is a fantastic opportunity for business professionals to connect, build relationships, and enjoy an evening of great conversation — all while supporting a brilliant cause.
📅 Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
⏰ Time: 18:00 – 20:00
📍 Location: Flowbird, Unit 2, Epps Building, Bridge Road, Ashford, TN23 1BB, UK
💷 Cost: £15 per person – all proceeds go directly to our charity
Following the success of our first Purposeful Prosecco, we are delighted that Flowbird will be generously hosting and sponsoring our next evening at their premises in Ashford. Guests will enjoy complimentary drinks and a buffet, a relaxed networking atmosphere, and the chance to make meaningful business connections while helping raise vital funds for 21 Together.
There will also be a raffle draw on the night, adding an extra element of fun and excitement to the evening!
During the event, there will be a short presentation from Flowbird, offering insight into their services and what they’ve been working on. Flowbird is a UK-based CRM consultancy helping growing businesses design, rebuild and scale the systems that run their sales and operations.
Photos will be taken at the event. Please let us know if you don’t want to be in them.
Numbers are limited, so book early to secure your place.
Network with purpose, support a brilliant local charity, and be part of a positive, impactful evening for the business community and families of children and young people with Down’s syndrome.
We look forward to welcoming you!
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
Community Coffee Mornings
Connect, chat and feel supported!
Whether you’d like to chat with other parents, speak with our experienced team, or simply enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in good company, you’re very welcome to join us.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Summer Speech Club 2026
Our Summer Speech club this July!
Sign up for a 3 days of highly specialised speech therapy and communication skill-based workshops in Kent - suitable for children aged between 4 and 8 years with Down’s Syndrome.
Dragon Boat Challenge
Have some fun, take on a challenge and raise some money for a good cause!
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
Community Coffee Mornings
Connect, chat and feel supported!
Whether you’d like to chat with other parents, speak with our experienced team, or simply enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in good company, you’re very welcome to join us.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
Makaton Level One Training
Get your Makaton Level One Training Certificate with our very own Makaton Tutor Trina Pollard.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
7-11 years (Maidstone) - Super Star Sessions
For children aged 7 – 11 years old these small groups focus on speech and language and social communication, yet we also provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour. Each term is topic-based and allows our children to explore areas such as relationships, community, time, and language for identity and transitions in a fun and inclusive environment.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
2-4 years (Margate) - Rising Star Sessions
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. Pre-school and nursery staff will also be invited in to observe and continue work within their settings.
7-11 (Thanet) - Super Stars
Super Star Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focussed on social communication for children with Down’s syndrome who require small group work.
They are speech therapy-led groups with an emphasis on social skills, conversations, friendships, and relationships. The groups provide additional support for children and young people to build self-awareness, awareness of others and socially appropriate behaviour.
The groups are designed to complement the individualised speech programmes that children and young people will already have running. Each term is topic-based and allows children and young people to explore each topic in a fun and inclusive environment. Topics include things like; all about me, relationships, community, time, language for identity and transitions.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
S-Club Sessions
S-Club sessions are social groups for young people with Down’s syndrome aged 11 to early 20s. The club is split into three sessions; smiLE, skills and social.
4-7 years (Thanet) - Shooting Stars
Shooting Star Sessions 4-7 years - Thanet (Infants)
Using syndrome-specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social-emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home. School staff are invited in to meet the child and see the strategies we use before they start the school year. This project has team working at its heart. The more people that understand the learning profile and strategies to support our children, the more benefit is seen and the more widely the message is carried.
Groups run every other Saturday (excluding school holidays) from 25.04.26 - 18.07.26 for Term 2.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Shooting Stars
Using syndrome specific approaches to learning, these groups will cover literacy, numeracy, self-help, and social emotional skills. Resources will be provided to parents to continue learning opportunities at home.
21 Together’s Online Quiz Night
21 Together’s Online Quiz Night
🎉 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Online Quiz Night! 🎉
The winning team will win £100!
Tickets are £6 per person!
(If booking for your team be sure to add the number of tickets needed.)
Get your thinking caps on and join us for an evening of trivia, laughter, and community spirit – all in support of a great cause!
🗓 Date: Friday 24th April 2026
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Online via Zoom
🎤 Hosted by: The brilliant quiz master, Phill Thorne
We’re incredibly grateful to Impact Connect for sponsoring this fantastic event for such an important cause and Whizzdom Quizzes for hosting.
👥 Play solo, as a team in your household, or compete against your friends in the room! Whether you form a dream team or stir up some friendly rivalry with others on your sofa, it’s all part of the fun.
Expect laughs, light-hearted competition, and lots of feel-good moments. Everyone’s welcome – trivia buffs and beginners alike!
Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and join us for a night to remember!
Get involved in the number game where the prize a £50 cash prize. Purchase your numbers now.
You can also Donate to this quiz night by using the normal Donate button and commenting ‘SpeedQuiz’
You’ll need two devices to play smoothly, make sure you’ve got:
One device for Zoom – preferably a laptop, desktop or tablet to see and hear your friendly host and questions clearly (this could be a mobile phone if necessary!).
One device for answering questions – your phone or tablet, with the SpeedQuizzing app (it’s completely free to download!).
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Little Stars Six Sessions
Maidstone Little Stars Sessions: 0-2 years (Babies)
These social and communication groups are open to all families with children aged from 0 - 2 years old. The groups will be led by 21 Together’s Education team and are aimed at teaching key skills such as; Makaton signing, interaction techniques, early physical skills and emotional support, as well as a chance to socialise with other parents/carers.
Sessions are designed to work on the strengths and weaknesses of the learning profile of a baby with Down’s syndrome and allow the families to ask questions and receive syndrome-specific advice and support.
Sessions run every other week on a Tuesday from 21.04.26-14.07.26 for Term 3.
Time: 12:45-13:45 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £15 each payable at the start of the programme (£90 in total). If you feel for whatever reason that this cost would mean a young person could not attend, we would urge you to contact us as we have financial support available to those who need it.