Written by James, Bea’s father We knew that, when Beatrice started in Year 4 of her primary...
Our Stories
Here you will find stories from the parents, families and friends of people who have Down’s syndrome.
We also have lots of stories and posts created by people who have Down’s syndrome, including regular posts from Kate and Vinay, who work for the DSA.
Harry, inclusion and the local YMCA
Written by Ramandeep, Harry’s mother Harry has been attending a youth club at the local YMCA for...
Tanzie’s residential trip
Written by Sharon, Tanzie’s mother In Year 6, Tanzie’s junior school went on a one week long...
Morgan’s experiences of being included in school
Written by Amanda, Morgan’s mother Morgan was born when his brother Jacob was two and a half years...
Isla is encouraged to follow her passion for performing
Written by Dan, Isla’s father We have always wanted Isla to have the opportunity to access the...
Climbing Kilimanjaro for the DSA
A man from Belfast has raised almost £10,000 for the Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA) by climbing...
How a little inclusion can have a profoundly positive impact
Written by Betsy's mum Rachel... Dancing Queen Betsy is 5 years old, has Down's syndrome and a...
Fitness and Nutrition | Vinay’s Blog
Going to the gym. I go for 30 minutes. I go on the treadmill for 15 minutes. It tells you how many...
Hanging Out | Kate’s Blog
Not much happening this week but I have enjoyed sitting in the garden in my summer clothes,...
Why we chose to run for the DSA
A huge thank you to Zoe and Elysha, who recently completed the Folkestone Coastal 10k, raising...
Schooling our 6 year old ‘on the road’
We recently received an email from the Cook family, who have packed up their life in Worcester and...
Theatre star sisters Sophie and Emily
Sisters Sophie and Emily are incredibly close. So much so, they've written a play together...