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For 25 years, Step by Step has enhanced the lives of local families with disability in London and across the UK
An oasis of joy
Step by Step provides recreation for children with moderate to severe physical, emotional and learning disabilities, from age two to adult.
We arrange out-of-school activities, sports, day trips and holiday playschemes, helping the children thrive in a fun, friendly setting, while giving their parents a much-needed break from their caring role on days off, like Shabbat, winter holidays, bank holidays and half-term.

What the authorities say about us:
“It’s amazing that such an organisation even exists. You go in there, it’s always calm, warm, friendly. It’s also very well run — but not in an institutional way, and that comes through very much from watching the staff interact with the children. They’re overwhelmingly kind, but they treat them like people, just like I’d treat my own grandson. It’s truly amazing what they do.”
“Staff support children exceptionally well...They spend considerable time getting to know children and their families and are sensitive and responsive to their individual needs... Support for children’s play, development and learning is exceptional in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. Children are developing their confidence and self-esteem extremely well... and solid friendships are formed.”
“Parents have told me that without Step by Step they would not be able to manage the daily needs of their child. Step by Step gives them the break they need to recharge and regain strength to carry on caring for their disabled child.”
Here’s how we maximise our mission:
Over two decades in operation
Over two decades in operation
Culturally- appropriate programme
Culturally appropriate programme
Separate parent-led committee
Separate parent-led committee
75% volunteer staff
Huge volunteer base
Open 365 days a year
Open 365 days a year
Tiered age groups
Tiered age groups
Ability differentiated sub-groups
Ability differentiated sub-groups
Two-way transport arrangements
Two-way transport arrangements
We are the only organisation of its kind geared to the local Orthodox Jewish community.
What Parents say about us:
“Step by Step has been part of my familyfor the past 12 years. I can’t imagine life without them. I have other kids too and, on Sunday, I like to take them out, which would be impossible if Gershon were home. Their services are a lifesaver for my entire family.”
“I sent Chaya Chani to Step by Step to boost her confidence, improve her social skills and give her exercise through sports. They did a fantastic job. She has tons and tons of friends, she interacts better, she’s become more independent, even goes shopping herself. And thanks to the sports, she’s an excellent swimmer, loves to dance and ice-skates brilliantly — when even I can’t! I’d never have thought it all possible. It’s phenomenal.”
Step by Step in Numbers
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children turned away over fees
5
parallel full-day Sunday clubs
8
enriching day trips a year
17
after- school sports sessions a week
28
days of holiday playscheme a year
30
hours of after-school care per child a week
300+
volunteers sharing the love
34,272
hours devoted by volunteers in 2022
£300,000+
value of volunteer time per annum to the charity (based on London Living wage of £10.75).
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What donors say about us:
“I like that it’s a small charity and I can pop in and see where my money’s going. I went down twice with my kids. It’s very impressive how the young ladies volunteer for nothing. You know that your money goes directly to what you intended, a direct benefit to the end user, whereas sometimes with a bigger charity you don’t have that assurance, because your money is used to cover for staff. I’m very happy about my partnership.”