Upcoming Research Projects
A Trainee Clinical Psychologist at the University of Southhampton is looking to hear more about the experiences of having a brother or sister with Down’s Syndrome from underrepresented ethnic backgrounds. To be eligible for this research you or your child would need to be a sibling of someone with Down’s Syndrome, between 9-25 years old, and identify with an unrepresented ethnic background. For all the information press here. Sibling Research
A Trainee Educational Psychologist studying at UEA is looking to interview parents who have children with down syndrome and gain their views on how they advocate sense of school belonging for their child. To take part you have to be a biological parent of a child with down syndrome. Your child must be aged between 5-16 years old. Your child must currently be in full-time education (in England). Your child must be attending a mainstream or special needs school (primary or secondary). For all the information press here. Belonging in School Research.
Researchers from the University of Reading are looking for parents of 2-4-year-old children with Down syndrome to help co-design a language intervention. The project focuses on shared book reading, so we’re particularly interested in parents who enjoy reading with their children. Pre-school Research.
A third year Education student at the University of Cambridge is looking for participants to engage in a study about parents and guardians with dependents with Down’s syndrome and how they navigate the further education application and admissions process. To be eligible, you need to be currently involved with applying to further education colleges for your child with Down’s syndrome or have been within the last three years. This study is to take part in a 10-15 min anonymous online survey. Applying to further education Research.
A PhD student at University College London is looking for children with Down’s syndrome, aged between 5 - 18 years, to take part in a project on mathematical development. The purpose of this study is to understand the unique strengths and difficulties that children with Down syndrome face when learning mathematics. With your help, we hope to develop interventions to support children's mathematical abilities based on their unique profiles. Mathematical development Research.
Researchers at the University of Oxford, University of Surrey and UCL are looking for volunteers (4-9 years old) with Down Syndrome to join a study that aims to better understand numeracy education. They hope that this study will help to develop an understanding of the educational supports and thinking skills that support children with Down Syndrome and other genetic syndromes to learn mathematics.
The study involves classroom observation and 1-1 math activities at your child's school over two visits. They will also ask for parents and teachers to answer some questionnaires. No travel will be required. Interested in taking part? The team have produced a video to introduce themselves. For more details click here. You can contact them at MathMIND@psy.ox.ac.uk with any questions.
A pHd student at Aston University is undertaking a study on adolescents (aged 12-18 years) with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities (ID) to take part in a focus group study. This study aims to understand caregiver experiences of accessing and using sleep measures. The study will help to identify the priorities for future sleep measure development. Take part in a focus group with other caregivers and share your perspectives to win a shopping voucher! Read more about it. Contact Miriam if you’re interested in taking part: mshab22@aston.ac.uk
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Maidstone Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 10:00-11:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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.
Easter Speech Club 2025
Our Easter Speech club starts in April 2025!
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 11 years with Down’s Syndrome.
Regional Hub Bowling Session
Join us for our Regional Hub Bowling session this April! After the game, stick around for a bite to eat and meet some new faces. Don't miss out on this fun and social event!
Spa Day with Lunch 2025
Sign up to register you interest for a FREE spa day and afternoon tea!
Regional Hub Event at Rockits Sensory and Soft Play Centre
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Ashford Regional Hub event at Rockits Sensory and Soft Play Centre! We're excited to offer a space for all ages to explore, engage, and enjoy.
2-4 years (Maidstone) - Early Intervention 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.
Thanet 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Thanet Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 12:30-13:30 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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 (Margate) - Early Intervention 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.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Early Intervention 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.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Maidstone Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 10:00-11:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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) - Early Intervention 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.
Thanet 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Thanet Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 12:30-13:30 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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 (Margate) - Early Intervention 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.
World Down’s Syndrome Day 2025
Come along and celebrate World Down’s Syndrome Day 2025 with us…we have some VERY special guests coming along to join us!
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) - Early Intervention Sessions
Early Intervention Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focused 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 11.01.25 - 22.03.25 for Term 1.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Maidstone Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 10:00-11:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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) - Early Intervention 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.
Thanet 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Thanet Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 12:30-13:30 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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 (Margate) - Early Intervention 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.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Early Intervention 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.
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Maidstone Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 10:00-11:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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) - Early Intervention 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.
Thanet 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Thanet Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 12:30-13:30 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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 (Margate) - Early Intervention 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) - Early Intervention Sessions
Early Intervention Sessions: 7-11 years (Juniors)
Speech and language groups focused 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 11.01.25 - 22.03.25 for Term 1.
Time: 09:00-17:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long. Your session time will be confirmed by email.)
Maidstone 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Maidstone Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 10:00-11:00 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: Maidstone Community Support Centre, 38 Marsham Street, Maidstone, England, ME14 1HH
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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) - Early Intervention 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.
Thanet 0-2 years (Babies) - Early Intervention Six Sessions
Thanet Early Intervention 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 taught in blocks of six sessions and 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.
Groups run every Monday for 6 weeks.
Week Six: Messy Play: To encourage experiences, explore different textures using hands and feet (a change of clothes might be needed).
Time: 12:30-13:30 (Sessions will be 1 hour long.)
Venue: The Wonderworks, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, CT9 4JX
Cost: Sessions cost £10 each payable at the start of the programme (£60 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 (Margate) - Early Intervention 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.
4-7 years (Maidstone) - Early Intervention 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.