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A teacher reading with a pupil

Government consults on school medical conditions guidance

Wednesday 11 March 2026

The Department for Education (DfE) is consulting on updated statutory guidance for supporting pupils with medical conditions and allergies in schools.  The draft guidance...
Still from Contact's animation video
We’re looking for two trustees – could one of them be you?

Wednesday 5 July 2023
Child preparing for zipline with instructor at woodland adventure day
Summer activities for disabled children: your top 5 questions answered

Friday 30 June 2023
Empty classroom with rows of desks and whiteboard
Support for children missing school – share your views

Wednesday 28 June 2023
Close-up of burning gas stove
Energy costs to drop this July – but government must do more

Tuesday 27 June 2023
Girl having eye test
Free eye test boost for pupils in England special schools

Monday 26 June 2023
Screenshot from Contact's Live Q&A on mental capacity and Child Trust Funds
Rewatch our Child Trust Funds and Mental Capacity Live Q&A

Wednesday 21 June 2023
autism central logo
Autism and employment – workshop for families in London and the Midlands

Wednesday 21 June 2023
A graphic featuring logos for the Disabled Children's Partnership and Contact. A thoughtful parent sits with a hand on their head, while a bubble shows a child jumping with a ball. Text reads, "Are you able to plan for holiday clubs and your child's summer holiday activities?
Holiday clubs survey – anything planned for your disabled child this summer?

Tuesday 20 June 2023
Lots of children wearing green t-shirts who participated in the DinoDay Stomp and Roar Challenge
Our annual fundraiser DinoDay is here – join the fun!

Monday 19 June 2023
The image features the logo for Autism Central, which includes a multi-colored abstract design composed of overlapping circles in various shades of blue, pink, and purple. To the right, the text reads, "Autism Central For parents and carers.
Calling all Midlands and London families who want to find out more about autism

Friday 16 June 2023
Child preparing for zipline with instructor at woodland adventure day
Holidays and activities for disabled children: Get advice at our Facebook Q&A

Friday 16 June 2023
Mum and child smiling on a walk near a forest
Child Trust Fund campaign in the news

Thursday 15 June 2023
Picture of cancer cells
Shape government’s plans for six major health conditions

Wednesday 14 June 2023
DinoDay T-Shirt Montage
Thank you for Stomping & Roaring for DinoDay!

Tuesday 13 June 2023
Fledglings is 25 web banner
Our Fledglings shop is 25 years old!

Monday 12 June 2023
A woman with red hair embraces a smiling young girl with brown hair in front of green foliage. The woman wears a black top adorned with roses, and the girl is dressed in a black jacket. They are outdoors in a natural setting.
Do you know about our full offer for carers?

Thursday 8 June 2023
Hand putting British coins into piggy bank with coins spread out around it.
Accessing Child Trust Funds: Get advice at our Facebook Live on 19 June

Tuesday 6 June 2023
A father plays with his smiling baby on a playmat. Above them is the text: "To all the families caring round-the-clock for disabled children: we see you. HAPPY CARERS WEEK! #CarersWeek #MakeCaringVisible.
Recognising and supporting carers this Carers Week

Monday 5 June 2023