Welcome to Skylarks! We are an independent charity offering a range of activities for children with additional needs, their siblings and parents/carers, both online and face-to-face. We run sessions on Tuesdays and Fridays in term time at the Crossway Centre in Twickenham. We also offer other activities in a variety of locations and via Zoom on other days and during the holidays. You can book all our activities via the What's On section of our website. Please register with us by clicking the purple REGISTER button in the top right corner. You will then be able to access our activities and receive our weekly e-newsletter. Our activities are open to families who have children with any additional needs from anywhere and are free of charge. We look forward to welcoming YOU!
Skylarks is an independent Richmond upon Thames-based charity that provides activities and therapies for children with disabilities and additional needs. We also support and provide therapies, courses and information for their whole families.
You do not need a diagnosis or referral to join us and, whilst we are based in Richmond upon Thames, there are no geographical limitations for our members. Anyone from anywhere is welcome!
We provide the environment for children with additional needs and their siblings to build lasting relationships, while also offering them the opportunity to grow and develop together through play, activities and therapies.
We provide information and support for families and carers, all under one roof and at the same time. We offer a range of workshops, therapies and support groups, or simply a listening ear over a hot drink.
Haymarket Media Group visiting the Pedal Project at Skylarks
What does Skylarks offer?
Children with additional needs can:
Join inclusive and supportive play sessions
Socialise and interact
Learn sign language through singing
Take part in weekly music therapy
Experience our sensory room
Be creative with arts and crafts
Access classes like drama and karate
Have their hair cut without stress or pressure
Learn cookery skills and have fun with food
Take part in many more activities and therapies...
Parents and carers can:
Receive advice from health professionals
Access Disability Benefits advice
Attend talks, courses and workshops
Access SEND advice advice
Receive counselling or join a support group
Meet other parents/carers
Receive complementary therapies
Share experiences and support
Find Us
Most activities and talks are free. Donations welcome
The Richmond May Ball returned to the green after a three-year break. Skylarks and Homestart Richmond staff and volunteers enjoyed a memorable night for the charities as joint beneficiaries.
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