Reading children's charity celebrates 35th anniversary new look
Dingley's Promise was visited by Matt Rodda
Matt Rodda MP, Group Operations Manager Aimee Knight and Chief Executive Catherine McLeod MBE in the soft play area at Dingley's Promise
A refurbishment of the Dingley's Promise Centre in Reading has kicked off the start of the charity's 35th anniversary celebrations.
Formed in 1983, Dingley's Promise became a charity in 1988, 2018 heralds the
charity's 35th anniversary.
Dingley's Promise is based at the Kennet Walk Community Centre in Reading, and provides essential services for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
This help is delivered through a variety of services, which includes play sessions and family support, in addition to developing and providing bespoke SEND training to nursery staff employed at other nurseries and organisations around the country.
Reading East MP Matt Rodda was given a guided tour of the new-look centre by chief executive Catherine McLeod MBE, who took the helm at the charity three years ago in 2015.
As increasing demand on services needs further resources, the organisation is seeking to maximise its footprint at the community centre in Reading, Berkshire, and make the best use of the space available.
A new Family Room is also planned for for the very near future to enable parents to have a private space in which to chat about their needs.
Mr Rodda said: "I hope to work closely with Dingley's Promise and the variety of organisations and charities which plug into their services, to help promote the joined-up approach to support which our children and families need."
