Supporting children and families
With families, for families.
CHILD SPARKS is a parent-led charity supporting children and young people with neurodevelopmental needs, and their families. Parents and carers come together to share experience, learn and build the confidence to support their children.
For children, young people, parents & carers.
Support in English and Tamil.
A place to ask questions
You don’t have to work everything out alone.
We know that families often have to navigate uncertainty, waiting lists, school challenges, appointments, changing needs and a great deal of information. CHILD SPARKS exists so that families do not have to work everything out alone.
Our story
Parents supporting parents since 2018
CHILD SPARKS grew from a parent-led community established in 2018. Families sharing what they know and helping one another remain central to our work as a registered charity.
Discover our storyHow we help
Learning and taking part together
Weekly workshops, the Book Club and regional activities give families regular opportunities to learn, stay active and spend time together.
Parents learning from parents
Talk with parents and carers who understand the questions and everyday pressures family life can bring.
Find out moreWeekly parent workshops
Our weekly workshops bring parents and carers together to learn, ask questions and discuss issues that matter to their children and families.
Find out moreWeekly parent Book Club
Our weekly Book Club gives parents and carers time to explore books and ideas about neurodevelopment, parenting and supporting their children.
Find out moreLearning beyond our community
Where possible, we support parents to attend conferences and events about neurodiversity, autism, ADHD and related areas.
Find out moreLocal and regional activities
Regional Leaders help families build connections closer to home while remaining part of the wider CHILD SPARKS community.
Find out moreActivities for children and families
Sports, social activities, art and family outings give children and young people opportunities to try something new and enjoy time with others.
Find out moreMeet Sparks Connect
One place to stay connected.
Sparks Connect brings your family’s support, activities and useful information together in one secure place.
Make a difference
Be part of our community
Offer your time, skills or a friendly welcome. Parents, volunteers, professionals and supporters all help make activities and shared learning possible.
Find your way to help