Every step forward is a step towards inclusion
Creating opportunities for participation, building confidence beyond the therapy room, and taking meaningful steps towards more inclusive communities.
Little Steps Together
Supporting families to feel more confident participating in everyday life beyond familiar environments. Through guided experiences and practical support, we create opportunities for families to navigate new situations, understand what works for them, and build the confidence to enjoy more of their community together.
Family Confidence Programmes
Turning inclusion into practical action through projects that address barriers to participation. From AAC communication supports and inclusive community toolkits to accessibility initiatives and advocacy, we develop and champion solutions that help create more accessible communities for people with diverse needs.
Accessibility & Inclusion Initiatives
Inclusive Spaces & Community Partnerships
Working alongside businesses, organisations, and community partners to create environments where more people feel understood, welcomed, and able to participate. Through collaboration, education, and practical inclusion strategies, we aim to help make accessibility and inclusion part of everyday community experiences.
Therapist-Supported Community Experiences
Creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with additional needs and their families to participate, explore, and connect within the community. With support available along the way, these experiences provide a welcoming space to try something new, build independence, and simply enjoy being part of the wider community.
Our Inclusive Space Partners
We are an active contributor to the Enabling Guide Events Calendar.
Explore more Little Steps Together events on the Enabling Guide Events Calendar (click to find out more).
Enabling Guide
Tiny Mill
Together with Tiny Mill, we are working to make free play workshops more welcoming and accessible for children with diverse needs through inclusive sessions, sensory-friendly experiences, and practical supports for children and families.
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Inclusive family sessions — Dedicated Thursday mornings and selected Sunday afternoons offer a more supported and flexible creative experience
Sensory-friendly environment — Quieter sessions with smaller groups, environmental adjustments, flexible movement, and a more relaxed pace
Pre-session supports — Social stories and visual schedules help participants become familiar with the space and what to expect
Supports available on-site — Communication boards, visual supports, sensory resources, and a quiet creative space to support communication, participation, and regulation when needed.
SCURO
Alongside SCURO, we are working to make weekend neon art classes more accessible and welcoming for individuals with additional needs and their families through an adaptable inclusive space, familiarisation videos, and tailored visual and sensory supports.
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Inclusive weekend classes — Designated weekend class (Saturdasy (9:30-11:30AM) opportunities for individuals with additional needs to participate alongside others
Adaptable inclusive space — Access to a dedicated room that can be adjusted based on participants' sensory and environmental needs
Pre-session supports — Familiarisation videos and visual schedules help participants understand the space and class experience beforehand
Supports available on-site — Visual, communication, and sensory resources are available to support participation and regulation
The Artground
Alongside The Artground, we are working to make creative arts and play experiences more accessible and welcoming for children with diverse needs and their families through quieter sessions, inclusive programmes, pre-visit resources, sensory and communication supports, and a team equipped with practical inclusion strategies.
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Quiet Sundays — Monthly small-group sessions offering a calmer, more comfortable environment for children and families who may benefit from it
Inclusive arts experiences (Open Canvas Club)— Thoughtfully designed opportunities for children with diverse needs to create, explore, and participate alongside one another
Pre-visit supports — Pre-visit guides and visual schedules help families familiarise themselves with the space, activities, and what to expect beforehand
Supports available on-site — Visual, communication, and sensory resources are available to support participation, engagement, and regulation
Therapist-supported experiences — Selected programmes are supported by Wonderfully You therapists, offering additional guidance to help children participate comfortably and confidently in community experiences
Together with our participating cafe partners, we are working to make dining out more accessible and welcoming for individuals with additional needs and their families. From visual menus, communication boards, and sensory supports available on-site to dedicated inclusive family mornings and afternoons, we are creating more opportunities for families to enjoy everyday cafe experiences with greater comfort and confidence.
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Quieter cafe visits — Tuesday to Thursday, from 10:00am–12:00pm and 4:30pm–6:30pm, are generally quieter periods and can offer a more comfortable starting point for families
Pre-visit supports — visual cafe sequences help families familiarise themselves with the space, ordering process, and what to expect beforehand
Supports available on-site — Visual menus, communication supports, waiting tools, and sensory resources are available to support participation, communication, and regulation throughout the visit
Therapist-supported experiences — Selected Little Steps Together outings are supported by Wonderfully You therapists, helping families build familiarity and confidence before gradually returning with less or no therapist support
Puff & Peaks Bakery
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Quieter cafe visits — Mondays to Thursdays are generally quieter and can offer a more comfortable environment for children and families who may benefit from a calmer starting point
Pre-visit supports — visual cafe sequences help families familiarise themselves with the space, ordering process, and what to expect beforehand
Supports available on-site — Visual, communication, waiting, and sensory resources are available to support participation, communication, and regulation throughout the cafe experience
Therapist-supported experiences — Selected Little Steps Together outings are supported by Wonderfully You therapists, helping children and caregivers navigate the cafe experience successfully and build confidence towards returning independently
Bakery Brera
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Quieter cafe visits — Evenings after 6:00pm or Saturday mornings can offer a calmer and more manageable environment for families who may benefit from a quieter visit
Pre-visit supports — visual cafe sequences help families familiarise themselves with the space, ordering process, and what to expect beforehand
Supports available on-site — Visual, communication, waiting, and sensory resources are available to support participation, communication, and regulation throughout the cafe experience
Therapist-supported experiences — Selected Little Steps Together outings are supported by Wonderfully You therapists, helping children and caregivers build confidence in navigating the cafe experience before returning independently