Welcome to Skylarks! We are an independent charity offering a range of activities for children and young people with additional needs, their siblings and parents/carers, both online and face-to-face. We run sessions on Tuesdays and some Fridays in term time at the Crossway Centre in Twickenham. We also offer other activities in a variety of locations and online on other days and during the holidays. We will be opening an additional centre in Hounslow in summer 2025. You can book all our activities via the What's On section of our website. Families don't need a referral. You can just register with us by clicking the purple REGISTER button in the top right corner. You will then be able to book and use our activities and receive our weekly e-newsletter. Our activities are open to families who have children with any additional needs from anywhere at any stage of their journey, with or without a formal diagnosis 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 formal diagnosis, EHCP 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 and young people with additional needs can:
Join inclusive and supportive play sessions
Socialise and interact
Bring their siblings along with them to take part in most of our activities
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
Learn Makaton signs
Take part in adapted activities in the holidays
Take part in online courses and events
Learn skills to equip them for the future
Take part in many more activities and therapies...
Parents and carers can:
Meet other parents/carers
Receive our newsletter, usually weekly by email
Receive advice on education for children with SEND and EHCP's
Attend talks, courses and workshops
Be signposted to other relevant services
Join a peer support group, face-to-face or online
Share experiences and support
Be equipped to think about your young person's future
Join our closed Facebook group for support from other parents
Come to our sessions with or without your children
Find Us
Most activities and talks are free. Donations welcome
This summer, the wheels are spinning, the miles are ticking by and the generosity of our community is on full display. Through the incredible efforts of three school partners and our dedicated cycle volunteers, we’re proud to share that an astounding £65,000 has been raised so far for Skylarks Charity and partnering schools - all powered by pedals and purpose!
