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03/09/2026

03/09/2026

Chats & Tots, our stay and play for little ones aged 0-5 with additional needs, is back on Fridays after the Summer Break!

We can't wait to see familiar faces and welcome new ones!
✅ Play for the little ones
✅ Support and informal advice for carers
✅ Connection with a wonderful local community

First time? Get in touch if you want to chat with the team before coming along
📞 0113 235 1331
📧 [email protected]

03/09/2026

Next month, Leeds Sanctuary are running their Sip and Social Group for disabled people in our city. This one is an afternoon of creative storytelling activities.

It's on Wednesday 14th October from 2pm-4pm at Scope in .

03/09/2026

Our Wellbeing Project provides short-term, one-to-one peer support for autistic adults in .

It is a free service, where we can help with exploring neurodivergent identity and developing strategies for managing distress and burnout.

Read more about it by clicking on the link in the comments.

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

01/09/2026

🍀 Sending good luck to all parents, carers, and young people returning to school this week and to those beginning or continuing their home education journey.

And sending love and strength to the families whose children don’t yet have a placement. We see you, and we know how difficult that uncertainty can feel.

This week may be tough in so many different ways, but please remember:
you’re not doing any of this alone.
We’re here, we understand, and you can always reach out if you need support, a listening ear, or just someone to say “you’re doing brilliantly”.
You’ve got this, and we’re right beside you 🩷💜🧡

23/08/2026

✨ FREE/FUNDED NEURODIVERGENT TEEN ART PROGRAMME ✨

We are thrilled to announce that our specialised creative programme for neurodivergent young people returns this September, proudly supported using public funding by The National Lottery Community Fund!

Designed for Autistic, ADHD, Dyspraxic, and other neurodivergent teens, this relaxed, low-pressure studio group offers a safe space to explore fine art mediums, meet like-minded peers, and express themselves at their own pace.

🌟 WHAT MAKES THIS SESSION SPECIAL?

🧠 Sensory-Aware Space: Low lighting options, quiet breakout areas, and flexible seating options.

🎨 Self-Paced Creativity: No forced schedules or pressure to perform—explore painting, sculpture, illustration, and printmaking freely.

🤝 Small, Supportive Group: Highly limited numbers to ensure a calm, welcoming environment.

🆓 Fully Funded: Free of charge thanks to National Lottery players!

🗓️ WHEN: various times and days (Starting September 2026)

👧 AGES: 11–18 Years

💰 COST: FREE (Registration required)

📍 WHERE: The Art Exchange CIC

⚠️ LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE FOR SEPTEMBER INTAKE

Because we keep group sizes small to preserve a comfortable, calm environment, places fill up very quickly!

🎟️ HOW TO REGISTER:

Drop us a direct message or email us to express your interest and secure a place for the September term.

📢 PLEASE NOTE: Kate is currently away on annual leave until 3rd September. You are very welcome to message us now to get on the registration list, but please bear with us—we will get back to confirm all spots as soon as she returns! ☀️