Empowering Children and Young People
At Chapter One, we provide a supportive and inclusive space for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs. Our services include Short Breaks, Community Support, Education, and Mentoring, all designed to help children feel safe, valued, and celebrated.
Based in Gloucestershire, we work closely with families to build confidence, independence, and opportunities for every child. Whether through after-school activities, weekend short breaks, or personalised education and mentoring, our aim is to create a community where care, learning, and fun come together.
Help us make a difference.
Your support means the world. Every donation helps us grow our spaces, reach more children and young people with disabilities, and give them the care, fun, and opportunities they deserve.
Together, we can do something really special.
Be part of something that matters.
Whether you’ve got time, skills, or just a big heart — there’s a place for you here. By volunteering with us, you’ll be helping to empower children and young people with disabilities in ways that truly change lives.
When we work together, the difference we can make is huge.
Our mission is to support social and emotional growth through creativity and inspiration — helping young people build confidence, explore their imagination, and grow in independence.
At the heart of everything we do is a strong, caring community that lifts each other up.
✨COME AND JOIN US
FOR OUR FAMILY FUN DAY✨
It’s nearly time… and we’re going BIGGER than ever! 💛💙💚
After the incredible turnout and support at last year’s Fun Day, we knew we had to do it all over again… and this year we’ve got even more planned! 🎉
𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗙𝗨𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ⚽️🎪🎈
📅 Sunday 23rd August
⏰ 12pm – 6pm
📍 Widden Old Boys RFC, The Memorial Ground, 148 Tuffley Ave, Gloucester, GL1 5NS
We’ve got a whole afternoon packed with fun for everyone, including:
🎪 Games & activities
🍔 Food & refreshments
🎤 Live entertainment
🛍️ Stalls
🎟️ Raffle & prizes
🏰 Bouncy castle
⚽️ Chapter One VS Connections 2 Independence Football Match
…and plenty more happening throughout the day!
This event is all about bringing together our children and young people, families, staff, friends and the wider community for one BIG day of fun. 🤍
And, of course, every penny raised goes straight back into what we do, helping us continue to grow, improve our facilities and create even more opportunities for the amazing children and young people we support. 💚💙
Last year was AMAZING. This year, we want to make it even bigger. 🙌🏼
So bring the family, bring your friends, come along for an hour or stay for the afternoon… everyone is welcome!
📣 PLEASE SHARE!
The more people we can get there, the better. We’d absolutely love to see the place packed!
💻 Find out more about us: www.c2ichapterone.co.uk
𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮𝟯𝗥𝗗 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧.
𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘. 💛💙💚
See you there! 🎉⚽️
The Foundation Is Open! 🎉💚💙
From Vision to Reality
After months of planning, building and hope… we’re thrilled to announce that The Foundation is officially open and welcoming our children, young people and families.
This isn’t just a building. It’s a 9,000 sq ft space built for belonging, growth and fun, created especially for children and young people with additional needs across Gloucestershire.
We’re already supporting over 110 wonderful young people, and we know there are many more families waiting. With this space, we can reach further, care more deeply and build brighter futures together.
💫What's Inside
Here’s a peek at what’s now open:
🧸 Two storey soft play
🫧 Large sensory room
🎨 Messy play room
✏️ Five dedicated classrooms
🏀 Sports hall
♿ Fully accessible changing room
🧑💼 On site manager’s office
🛋️ Staff room
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
🌳 Outdoor garden
And there’s still so much more to come!
💚Built By Heart
Every part of The Foundation has been brought to life through passion, determination and the incredible support of our community. We secured it ourselves, funded it ourselves, and built it from the heart.
To everyone who donated, volunteered, shared our story or simply believed in us, thank you.
You’ve helped create something that will make a difference for years to come, and we’re so grateful.
✨Join Us In Growing
We’re still on this journey and would love your help. Whether you donate, volunteer or just spread the word, every bit of support truly matters.
📧 Email us: chapterone@connections2independence.com
💚 Visit: Donation Page
🔹From the Bottom of Our Hearts
To every family, friend and supporter who’s been part of this since day one, you made this possible.
This isn’t the end.
It’s just the beginning. 🥹💙
With love,
Paige, Lichelle, Keatz & The Chapter One Management Team