Socioeconomic inequalities means that only 1 in 5 children have appropriate access to the recreational and enrichment opportunities so crucial to their wellbeing and future.
The income-to-price chasm precludes home ownership. Climbing costs of private rentals by far outstrips Local Housing Allowance [ONS]. Hence, 73.9% of our beneficiaries live in overcrowding.
Hackney is the second-worst area for child deprivation in all of England [ONS].
In fact, 85.4% of our beneficiaries are from income-deprived households.
To alleviate the impacts of circumstantial, developmental or socio-economic disadvantage by empowering every child to succeed.
A thriving young community where disadvantage and differences don’t impact outcomes.
Through our range of vibrant services we cultivate children’s:
-Social success
-Mental and Emotional Wellbeing
-Physical development
-Academic Achievement
Children thrive through the leadership and decision-making opportunities presented. They plan goals to be achieved, actively monitor and celebrate their progress and assist in activity planning.
Staff observe and nurture every facet of the child’s growth and will gladly connect them to our other support services or facilitate external referrals that will best promote their wellbeing and potential.
Each session provides a supportive and engaging space for the child to build new skills and knowledge so that they can confidently reach key milestones against their baseline assessment.
Services evolve by shifting and growing community needs, but are anchored by an unwavering commitment to trust and safety. Built for today; compliant for tomorrow.
Every session is enriched by our successful track record of almost two decades, as well as the lived experience and first-hand understanding of those delivering them.
We invite children of all backgrounds and abilities to learn, play and grow together. Here’s where they can transcend their expectations and explore limitless potential.
‘Growing up with disabilities was no picnic. But at Happy Kids, I felt so included. Now I am ready to give back and help others enjoy that same experience.’
‘We are so grateful that Lally has joined the pottery club. Not only have her focus and emotional regulation improved, she’s learnt to persevere and is way more resilient.’
‘Kudos to the Happy Kids team! Their exceptional services and seamless collaboration with the school is exactly why I confidently refer my students to them.’
‘Joining Happy Kids has been delightful. I love my mentor, Sarah; she’s understanding and fun. After just 6 weeks, I have some new friends. Even in school, I feel better.’
