Our Work
The National Blind Children's Society’s objective is to enable children and young people with visual impairment to achieve their educational and recreational goals. Our vision is a world where children with a visual impairment have an equal opportunity to the provision of education, which is adequately supported with sources of information provided in a suitable format for their needs and where there are no barriers to sports and recreational activities. We offer help and support from the moment a child is diagnosed, usually at birth, through each key stage of their education to the age of twenty-five.
By working in collaboration with other organisations and professionals associated with visual impairment NBCS offer five ‘Key Services’ which are provided either free or at a nominal charge these are:
- Family Support & Information – Immediate and ongoing 'one-stop' emotional and specialist support from first diagnosis.
- Educational Advocacy – Expert advice and representation to ensure the child receives the most suitable education in the correct environment.
- CustomEyes Books – Large-print fact and popular fiction titles, annuals, school texts and revision guides tailormade to the specific needs of individual children.
- Specialist Equipment – Personalised ICT, sensory and other specialist equipment to help children participate fully in the modern world and achieve their potential at home and school.
- Recreational Activities – A nationwide programme of day and weekend family events, socialising, holiday and adventure activities.
The National Blind Children’s Society relies on voluntary donations from individuals, companies and grant-making trusts. We do not receive any statutory funding at all.
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Every £ received directly helps us to support children who have a severe visual impairment.
