Skylarks - News

Updates from other organisations this month (September 2022)

September 23, 2022

Get the latest info and updates from other organisations.

We've been shortlisted!

September 20, 2022

Skylarks are immensely proud and grateful to have been nominated for the Children and Young People's Care Awards 2022.

Our new career coaching programme

July 6, 2022

We're pleased to announce the launch of our new careers coaching programme developed in partnership with Talentino.

Survey on Parent-Carer Well-Being

May 16, 2022

CAN YOU HELP US WITH A SHORT SURVEY ABOUT YOUR WELL-BEING AS A PARENT-CARER?

We're recruiting - SEND Careers Adviser

April 27, 2022

A fabulous opportunity to join our team at Skylarks as our new SEND Careers Adviser

General information on other organisations

April 18, 2022

Find out more about other organisations including support groups and resources for parents and carers.

A big thank you to Stowe Family Law Richmond

March 21, 2022

Skylarks is incredibly grateful to Stowe Family Law Richmond for their recent donation of £250. Support such as this from local businesses is so important to Skylarks and makes a big difference to our work supporting children with additional needs and disabilities, along with their families.

Go the extra mile for Skylarks this year

February 14, 2022

This year we have lots of opportunities for you to get involved with fundraising, are you up for the challenge?

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GLAMOROUS EVENTS!

February 14, 2022

Volunteers wanted! Could you help at some evening events? Skylarks is kindly invited to fundraise at awards events run by our corporate partner, Haymarket Media.

Highlights from this year

December 8, 2021

A look back at the last year including some of our highlights

Skylarks Annual General Meeting

December 6, 2021

Our Annual General Meeting will be on Wednesday 8th December at 10am by Zoom

Managing Director of Skylarks elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts

November 8, 2021

Aaron Guiver, Managing Director of Skylarks, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, known more formally as the Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA).

Third Sector Feature and Photoshoot

October 20, 2021

Marie's Story - Case Study

September 28, 2021

Steph's story - Case Study

September 28, 2021

Skylarks Scoops Up a Win at the National Diversity Awards

September 20, 2021

Skylarks is honoured to be awarded the Community Organisation for Age at the National Diversity Awards 2020.

The Axis Foundation Support Skylarks with Donation

August 2, 2021

Superforce 15

July 26, 2021

Meet our Superforce 15! Three remarkable young people are fundraising for Skylarks' 15th birthday and you can help them on their mission.

Small Charities Week

June 16, 2021

How donations in kind can make a big impact- Sometimes it’s the simple things that make a big difference. Corporate partners and supporters can often offer more to your charity than just monetary donations, providing essential resources and support in areas that may be overlooked or under-resourced.

Skylarks Comic #4 - Meet the Volunteers

June 1, 2021

Meet our new recruits to our Skylarks Supers our Volunteers. Celebrating volunteers week 2021

Welcome Amy

March 30, 2021

Skylarks is delighted to announce the appointment of Amy Crichton to Development Manager.

The Marble Hill Project- A new home for Skylarks

March 26, 2021

Our long term vision of securing a permanent home for Skylarks has moved one step closer to being realised. Please take some time to review our planning application. We need your support.

Join us for the Dulux Revolution Weekender Cycle Ride!

March 26, 2021

We have an epic event for cyclists to take part with our first corporate partner Haymarket Media on the UK’s greatest 2 day weekend cycle. 155 mile loop around London and be part of the Skylarks Super Force 15 on our 15th birthday celebrations and fundraising.

Birthday Bake off

January 27, 2021

Welcoming our new Managing Director

January 11, 2021

Skylarks has moved to appoint its first Managing Director at the charity.

Skylarks Superstars are honoured as Singing Hands are Awarded an MBE!

January 7, 2021

Skylarks - A Christmas Carol

December 15, 2020

Our Supers bid farewell to 2020 and teach that nasty CV villain a thing or two about what Christmas is really all about

What do our sessions look like now?

November 20, 2020

You are very welcome to show this page to your children, so that they know what to expect when they come to see us. You will also find more photos on our Facebook page.

COVID-19 Guidance for Families

November 20, 2020

Please make sure to read this information before attending our sessions at the CrossWay Centre.

SEND Advice Service - Workshops for parents

November 19, 2020

At Skylarks we aim to relieve the stress that parent-carers are under by giving them the tools they need to advocate for their child. We are pleased to be able to announce a new service for our families.

Skylarks Shortlisted For An Award!

November 11, 2020

Skylarks is very proud to be recognised as one of the Top 4 Community Organisations at the BAPS Awards 2020.

In Memory of Madissa Asgari MA, BA (Hons)

October 20, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our founders daughter, Madissa Asgari, who died unexpectedly on Friday 16th October.

Where to get help - emergency contacts in time of crisis

August 22, 2020

Where to get help - emergency contacts in time of crisis Helplines, phone numbers, text services and apps that you can use in a time of crisis

Craft activities to do with your child(ren)

July 30, 2020

Susie's Cooped Up Craft Corner All Susie's ideas for arts and crafts activities from our weekly newsletters are gathered together in one place here. Lots of ideas for activities for you and your children to do during lockdown

Information on other organisations Summer 2020

July 29, 2020

We have gathered together lots of things that are going on locally over the summer for children with additional needs and disabilities. We hope you will find this summary useful.

Virtual thank you party - Through the Skylarks Keyhole

July 12, 2020

We were pleased to be able to entertain our volunteers at our virtual thank you party with this videoed team game. And now we would like to offer you the opportunity to go Through the Skylarks Keyhole too!

LGSCO report on audit of SEND services in Richmond and Kingston

June 28, 2020

The LGSCO Audit Report is now in the public domain and was the front page of the Richmond and Twickenham Times on Friday The audit was discussed at the council’s Education and Children's Services Committee on 24th June Richmond Council has published a statement. Richmond Parent Carers Forum has published their response.

Fundraising ideas and news during lockdown

May 28, 2020

A selection of fundraising news items from our weekly e-newsletters all gathered together in one place. Read on for news on how we have been fundraising during lockdown and for new ideas on future fundraising. Can you help us? You will also find some ideas of fundraising events that you could easily do from home. Skylarks is extremely grateful for all support, from families, local organisations and charities, schools, churches, PTA's, our corporate partners and many others.

Self-care techniques and tips to use during lockdown

May 22, 2020

As parents of children with additional needs and disabilities, we rarely have time for ourselves or put our needs first. However, all parents need a little bit of time for themselves, otherwise we cannot keep on giving. You cannot pour from an empty vessel! So our therapists at Skylarks have put together some suggestions of how to give yourself a little breathing space, either when things seem overwhelming or as a regular preventative measure.

Safeguarding at Skylarks and beyond

May 18, 2020

Safeguarding and child protection at Skylarks. How to keep your child safe online. We have updated our Safeguarding Policy to reflect the changed way we are operating during the Coronavirus closure. We have also included tips and guidelines for helping to keep your child safe onine.

Information on other organisations May 2020

May 13, 2020

Newsletter sent 13th May 2020 with information on what other organisations are offering to families who have children with SEND. Useful advice, information and support for families.

Haymarket raises £70k for charity partner Skylarks

May 10, 2020

Haymarket Media Group today announced they have raised over £70,000 for their charity partner, Skylarks.

Skylarks online quiz evening! Saturday 9th May at 7pm

May 1, 2020

Skylarks online fundraising quiz evening by Zoom

Skylarks Superheroes Come To The Rescue

April 12, 2020

Prentis Rollins creates new Skylarks Superheroes in our first ever comic strip addition against the evil CV-19.

Skylarks CLOSED due to Coronavirus - but we are still ACTIVE!

March 17, 2020

All face-to-face services are suspended until further notice. However we are active ONLINE and by ZOOM

Skylarks nominated for a National Diversity Award

February 25, 2020

Vote for Skylarks; https://nationaldiversityawards.co.uk/nominate/27233/

Countryfile Live

February 2, 2020

Children from Skylarks (or Me too & Co as we were then) say "thank you" to viewers of Countryfile who raised money for BBC Children in Need

Lululemon supports local charity

December 2, 2019

Skylarks are very pleased to announce that Lululemon London has chosen us as a charity to support during 2020 in Richmond upon Thames.

Haymarket dedicated to supporting Skylarks

May 1, 2019

Haymarket Media (UK) and Twickenham-based charity partner Skylarks today officially announced their partnership, as part of Haymarket’s CSR programme.

Skylarks Awarded Queens Award

June 15, 2018

Skylarks praised its volunteers after receiving the Queens Award for Voluntary Service.