A powerful letter from Philip Collier highlights how inclusive play schemes have become genuine lifesavers for families, offering far more than specialists initially predicted.

When play schemes welcome children of all abilities together, everyone benefits. Rather than segregating disabled children into separate provision, inclusive schemes create environments where mixed groups of kids play, learn, and grow side by side. Collier's testimony shows how this approach transformed his family's experience, breaking down barriers and building genuine community connection. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Designing communities with inclusion at the centre doesn't just help people with disabilities—it enriches everyone's experience of belonging.