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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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 One Training
Get your Makaton Level One 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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
Makaton Level Two Training
Get your Makaton Level Two Training Certificate with our very own Makaton Tutor Trina Pollard.
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
21 Together Quiz Night
🎉 21 Together Annual Quiz Night
📍 Mercure Hotel, Maidstone | 🗓️ Friday 20th November | 🕖 6:30 PM arrival for 7:30 PM start
Get ready for a night of fun, competition, and community spirit — all in support of a vital cause. Every pound raised at this special event will go directly to 21 Together, helping children and young people with Down’s syndrome across Kent thrive.
💛 Why This Night Matters
This isn't just a quiz night — it's an opportunity to make a real difference. With every table, every game, and every prize, we’re raising essential funds for 21 Together's life-changing support services.
❓ What to Expect:
🎤 Quiz hosted by the incredible Phill Thorne of Whizzdom Quizzes
🏆 Cash prizes for quiz winner, plus trophies and medals provided by Mike Humphrey-Smith of Bay Branded Merch
🧠 10 rounds of quiz action, fun games, and bonus chances to win
🎁 Losers prize (yes, even last place gets love!)
🎉 Extra games on the night:
Heads or Tails – £5pp (win a special prize)
Cheat Cards – £5 each
100 Square Game – £5 per square (win a special prize)
👥 Team Info:
Teams of 6 people
£8 per person or £40 for a full table
Booking solo? No problem — we’ll match you with a team of fellow quizzers!
🍽️ Food & Drink:
Bring your own nibbles for the table
All drinks must be purchased on site
Free parking at the venue — don’t forget to enter your registration on arrival
🎟️ Ready to Book?
Reserve your seat now and be part of something brilliant.
Bring your A-game, your appetite for fun, and cash or card to join the extra games and raffles!
Thanks to our sponsors for making this night possible and hopefully we can make a real impact to our community. Whizzdom Quizzes, Bay Branded Merch, Mercure Great Danes Hotel.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
Community Coffee Morning
Community Coffee Morning
Join us for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation and connection at our Community Coffee Morning.
Whether you're new to 21 Together or have been part of our community for years, we'd love to welcome you. These regular meet-ups are an opportunity for families to come together, get to know one another, share experiences and build friendships in an informal and supportive setting.
Our CEO, Kevan, and Education Specialist, Trina, will be there throughout the morning to answer any questions, offer support and simply have a chat. There's no agenda—just a friendly space to connect with other families and members of the 21 Together community.
Whether you'd like to discuss education, support available through 21 Together, or simply meet other families who understand your journey, this coffee morning is the perfect opportunity to connect.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 25th November 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location:
Training Room 3
The Riverside Centre
Clockhouse
Ashford
TN23 4YN
Parking: On-site parking is available.
If you’re planning to attend please register below
We look forward to welcoming you for a morning of conversation, connection and community.
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime
Exclusively for the 21 Together Community:
Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime!
Following the HUGE success of the Robin Hood panto last year, we are very excited to share with you that we have tickets available for a private showing of Jack and the Beanstalk!
This showing has been booked out exclusively for the 21 Together community, creating an environment where everyone is comfortable, knowing the people around them.
This has been made possible once again by The Rotary Club of Medway. We want to give a huge thanks to them for making this possible and continuing to support our charity!
What’s the story?
The fairy tale about a poor boy named Jack who trades his family's cow for magic beans. When the beans grow into a giant beanstalk reaching the clouds, Jack climbs it and discovers a giant's castle, where he steals gold, a hen that lays golden eggs, ultimately leading to his family's fortune.
This award-winning Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime script by Ben Crocker has everything!
🗓️Saturday 16th January 2027
🕓16:00
📍The Oasthouse Theatre, Stratford Lane, Rainham, Kent ME8 8AG
🎟£7 per family
Photos will be taken at the event. It is your responsibility to let staff know at the start of the performance if you do not wish to be in them.
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.
Community Coffee Morning
Community Coffee Morning
Join us for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation and connection at our Community Coffee Morning.
Whether you're new to 21 Together or have been part of our community for years, we'd love to welcome you. These regular meet-ups are an opportunity for families to come together, get to know one another, share experiences and build friendships in an informal and supportive setting.
Our CEO, Kevan, and Inclusion Practitioner, Ellie, will be there throughout the morning to answer any questions, offer support and simply have a chat. There's no agenda—just a friendly space to connect with other families and members of the 21 Together community.
Event Details
Date: Thurs 15th October 2026
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Ruxley Manor Garden Centre (meet in The Mulberry Tree Restaurant
If you’re planning to attend please register below.
If you can't make this event, we'd love to see you at one of our other Community Coffee Mornings.
Wednesday 25th November 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Training Room 3, The Riverside Centre, Clockhouse, Ashford TN23 4YN
Our Community Coffee Mornings are all about bringing the 21 Together community together in different areas of Kent, giving families the chance to connect, share experiences and support one another. We hope you'll join us at one—or all—of our upcoming meet-ups.
Meeting the Learning Needs of Children and Young People with Down's Syndrome 2026
This training is aimed at all staff/professionals working with a pupil with Down’s syndrome, who have not previously had any training. Equally, it will be of interest and value to people who wish to broaden their understanding of the impact of the learning profile on their child’s education, or just refresh their knowledge.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
The Greatest Showman Gala Dinner Event
Join us on Friday 9th October as we celebrate 10 years of 21 Together, inspired by The Greatest Showman. Enjoy a welcome drink, three-course meal, entertainment, fundraising activities and dancing, all while supporting a fantastic local charity.
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
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 08.09.26-15.12.26 for Term 1.
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.
Community Coffee Morning
Community Coffee Morning
Join us for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation and connection at our Community Coffee Morning.
Whether you're new to 21 Together or have been part of our community for years, we'd love to welcome you. These regular meet-ups are an opportunity for families to come together, get to know one another, share experiences and build friendships in an informal and supportive setting.
Our Operations Manager, Alex, and Inclusion Practitioner, Ellie, will be there throughout the morning to answer any questions, offer support and simply have a chat. There's no agenda—just a friendly space to connect with other families and members of the 21 Together community.
After the coffee morning, why not make the most of everything Riverside Country Park has to offer? Enjoy a peaceful riverside walk, let the children explore the adventure playground, spot some local wildlife or visit the on-site café.
Event Details
Date: Monday 21st September 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location:
Education Room (located inside the Visitor Centre)
Riverside Country Park
Lower Rainham Road
Gillingham
ME7 2XH
Parking: On-site parking is available (£3.50 for all-day parking).
If you plan on attending please register below
More Community Coffee Mornings
We're excited to be launching regular Community Coffee Mornings across Kent, giving more families the opportunity to connect with one another.
October 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Bexley/Dartford area (venue to be confirmed)
Wednesday 25th November 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Training Room 3, The Riverside Centre, Clockhouse, Ashford TN23 4YN
We hope you'll join us at one—or all—of our upcoming coffee mornings. We can't wait to see you there!
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 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 12.09.26 - 05.12.26 for Term 1.
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