We are pleased to introduce our new student on placement with us, Mia Miller . Mia is a BA Social Work student at the University of Essex. We are looking forward to welcome Mia at our community group and start our work together. Hi! My name is Mia and I am Read more
We also had the opportunity to take part in the Rice & Spice event at Firstsite, Colchester on Saturday, 12 September 2026 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. The event brought people from different backgrounds together through food, culture and community. It was a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, exchange Read more
We were pleased to be part of SEND Fest at Wyvernwood on Saturday, 22 August 2026, a wonderful event bringing families and the wider community together. It was particularly valuable to meet families, listen to their experiences and connect with organisations working to support children, young people and families. We enjoyed Read more
Connecting, Sharing and Making a Difference Over the past few months, Dream The Change CIC has had the pleasure of taking part in a number of inspiring community events across Essex. These events gave us the opportunity to meet new families, connect with local organisations, share information about the work we do, Read more
Struggling to manage your child’s behaviour? We’re running an NVR (Non-Violent Resistance) course at Lexden Springs Residential Special School — a practical approach that has helped thousands of families feel calmer and more in control at home. What NVR offers Non-Violent Resistance is an approach developed specifically for responding effectively Read more
Our free Summer Art & Craft activities were a resounding success! Over the two weeks starting at the end of July, our young artists gathered at the Wimpole Road Methodist Church Hall to explore their creativity—painting, slime play, crafting dragonflies, and designing animals from natural items, all while enjoying complimentary Read more
Francelene James she was on placement with us from September 2025. We would like to celebrate with her graduation from Essex University with distinction and successful completion her degree in MA in social work this year. We wish her all the best in all her future endeavours! Many thanks for Read more
On behalf of Dream The Change, we express our sincere gratitude for the grant awarded to us by Grassroots charity. We are honored to receive this support, which will be instrumental in advancing our mission to create more opportunities for children with special needs and support their families. These funds will be directly Read more
DTC at Lexden Springs There is something powerful about parents coming together to share experiences, learn from one another, and realise they do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. And we have witnesed this during the Parent Talks on Non Violent Resistance (NVR) for families of children with SEND Read more
Inclusive Circus Magic for Dream The Change CIC Families Thanks to a generous donation from Circus Starr of 70 tickets, Dream The Change CIC families enjoyed an inclusive circus experience at Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World. Circus Starr, a charity supporting disabled and disadvantaged children, created a welcoming environment where Read more