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Starlight Children's Foundation Starlight is the national children’s charity that exists to champion the importance of play.
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Offical page for Starlight Children's Foundation in the UK.

20/10/2026

Play has a vital role in children’s healthcare. So why isn’t it recognised everywhere?

At our recent Parliamentary drop-in, we spoke to Paediatrician and Children's Play and Health Advocate Tom Rance about what needs to change to help more paediatric teams recognise the value of play.

From reducing fear and anxiety to helping children feel more confident and prepared for treatment, play can transform their healthcare experiences.

And the benefits go further. Playful approaches can support smoother procedures, more effective care and greater efficiencies for the NHS, helping healthcare professionals make the most of their time and resources.

💚 Because play isn't an optional extra. It's an essential part of good healthcare.

19/10/2026

🎶 Let's get LOUD! 🥁🔊

Who says making noise can't be good for you? 💚

We've teamed up with Songs Signs Sounds to bring you a playful, accessible music experience that's all about making sounds, expressing yourself and having fun!

Designed with children and young people with special educational needs and complex disabilities in mind, but with plenty of fun for everyone, this video is an invitation to explore sound in your own way.

Whether you're singing, signing, tapping, banging or just enjoying the beat, there's no wrong way to join in! 🎵

💚 Ready to make some noise? Press play and join the fun!

https://ow.ly/8woi50ZZ247

15/10/2026

October is Free Wills Month 💚

Write your Will for free with Starlight and Farewill via the link in our bio.

We’ve partnered with Farewill to make writing your Will simple and accessible, while giving you the chance to support the people and causes you care most about.

There’s no obligation to leave a gift to Starlight, but if you choose to, even a small gift in your Will could help make play possible for seriously ill children across the UK for years to come.

Click the link to get started: https://ow.ly/kc5O50ZY72Q



Video credit: Farewill
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🏆 We're still on a high following last week's win during an incredible Play in Healthcare Week! 💚We're absolutely deligh...
14/10/2026

🏆 We're still on a high following last week's win during an incredible Play in Healthcare Week! 💚

We're absolutely delighted that Starlight and Society of Health Play Specialists took home the Sector Award at the inaugural National Play Awards 2026! We were in brilliant company too, alongside fellow nominees Go Play Sandwell and Splash Projects both doing fantastic work to champion play.

The award recognises our work together to put play firmly on the healthcare agenda, from developing the Play Well Toolkit to championing its adoption across the NHS.

And what a brilliant evening, hosted by the wonderful Amber Ogunsanya-William, an award-winning inclusive play advocate and passionate champion for children's right to play. 💚

A huge thank you to Play England for bringing the play sector together and to The Sports and Play Construction Association (SAPCA) for sponsoring the awards.

We're so proud of how far this work has come, and even more excited about what's possible next.

💚 It all starts with play. Play makes things possible.

What a week! What a community! And what a brilliant reminder of just how much play matters in children’s healthcare. 💚Fo...
13/10/2026

What a week! What a community! And what a brilliant reminder of just how much play matters in children’s healthcare. 💚

For Play in Healthcare Week 2026, so many hospitals, play teams and organisations across the UK have been sharing their creativity, celebrating their people and showing the difference play makes for children every single day.

We've loved seeing the stories, ideas, smiles and sheer passion for play filling our feeds. And even more, seeing so many people coming together with one shared belief: play isn't an optional extra in healthcare. It's essential care.

We couldn't possibly share everything (although we wish we could!), but here are just a few moments that made us smile, think and just feel proud to be part of this incredible community.

Featuring:
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Sophie's Legacy
Sian Spencer-Little
CUH Arts
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Swansea Bay Health Charity

To every health play specialist, play team, hospital, organisation and champion of play who got involved - thank you for making some noise for play. 💚
The week may be over, but our collective ambition is bigger than ever: every child should benefit from play, wherever they're treated.
Let's keep that momentum going. ⭐

A huge thank you to our wonderful partners at Titan Wealth Group for their incredible support through their Back-to-Scho...
13/10/2026

A huge thank you to our wonderful partners at Titan Wealth Group for their incredible support through their Back-to-School campaign! 📚
Titan have been collecting donations of much-needed back-to-school items across their offices and generously donating them to settings to help bring more joy, comfort and play to children in hospital. 🧸✨
We’re so grateful for their continued support and for helping us make a difference to children and families when they need it most.
Thank you, Titan Wealth!

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The Ark, 201 Talgarth Road
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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