We are raising money for Deaf Academy which aims to provide the very best specialised education and residential care to Deaf children and young people.

The Deaf Academy has launched a £60,000 fundraising appeal to transform an outdoor space into a vibrant, inclusive sensory play area tailored to its students with complex additional needs.

The current play area is outdated, uninspiring, and unsuitable for the Academy’s students. It was originally created for early years children, so the existing equipment does not meet the current students’ developmental and sensory requirements. The planned new space will provide an environment that supports their physical, social, and emotional wellbeing, helping them to learn, regulate, and thrive.

The redevelopment will introduce resurfaced walkways, wheelchair-accessible structures, and interactive elements that stimulate the senses. Features will include raised planters filled with fragrant herbs such as mint and lavender, climbing structures, balance beams, and a sunken trampoline to encourage physical activity. A covered seating area will help students develop communication skills, while a gazebo will provide a calming retreat for students who require sensory regulation.

We are supporting this fundraiser by walking the length of mainland Britain from John O' Groats to Lands End (1215 miles) over a 61 day period.

Your support will change young Deaf lives.