21 Together Supports Learn and Thrive’s “Teach Me Too”
At 21 Together, we are passionate about providing tailored support for children and young people with Down's syndrome across Kent. Our mission is to empower individuals with the skills they need to thrive in every area of life, from early years through to young adulthood.
We are thrilled to have partnered with Learn and Thrive, an amazing charity that helps learners with Down’s syndrome access specialist support using digital tools. Their new video series, Teach Me Too: Math Before Numbers, is designed to help young children develop foundational skills in mathematics, specifically by introducing them to concepts before the traditional introduction to numbers. We were honoured to host the filming of these videos in one of our classrooms with some of the children we support, where our expert Education Team showcased real-time strategies and techniques to support the learning of young children with Down's syndrome.
Click below to learn more about the Teach Me Too: Math Before Numbers series and how it can benefit your child.
A Real-Time Example: Trina’s Expert Session
At 21 Together, we believe in creating meaningful, practical experiences that demonstrate the power of tailored, expert-led learning. Our fully Makaton-trained tutor, Trina, took the lead in these Early Intervention sessions, providing a real-time example of how our strategies work in practice.
In these sessions, Trina engaged with a group of young children, using a range of sensory-rich, interactive activities that made learning engaging and accessible. She skillfully incorporated Makaton signing to ensure all children could fully participate and understand, regardless of their communication levels or needs. This is just one of the many techniques our team uses to make learning inclusive and impactful.
Supporting All Ages, 0-25: A Community-Based Approach
21 Together’s intervention groups play a vital role in supporting children and young people from 0 to 25 years old within Kent’s Down’s syndrome community. These groups are designed to provide personalized learning and development plans that cater to the unique needs of each individual. Whether it’s introducing foundational concepts in early childhood or providing more advanced learning strategies as young people approach adulthood; our goal is to ensure each individual reaches their full potential.
We are proud to say that our education team is highly trained in supporting children with Down’s syndrome. Our specialists use a combination of strategies that are not only proven to be effective but are also built around the specific learning profile of each child. We don’t just teach—we connect with our community and meet them where they are, creating an environment of understanding and growth.
Find out more about our intervention groups here: