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Welcome to the Royal Society for Blind Children

From diagnosis to early adulthood we’re here to help, however we can, with whatever comes your way.

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The leading national charity for blind and partially sighted children, young people and families

We provide support, advice, events, social groups, education and advocacy for vision impaired children, young people and their families across England & Wales.

What's On

  • Here for your
    Family

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    Helping families gain the skills and confidence to thrive

    Family support

  • Caring for your
    Education

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    Quality learning that gives you the best of both worlds

    Dorton College

  • Supporting your
    Future

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    For anyone aged 13-25 thinking about their next move

    Futures
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How you can help

We rely on the generosity of our amazing community of supporters to continue our vital work.

We're only able to provide services, advice and support with your help. We can't do it without you. Thank you.

For supporters

  • can you
    donate?

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    Help children and young people to live life without limits

    Donate

  • can you
    fundraise?

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    Use your energy and talent to do something amazing

    Fundraise

  • can you
    volunteer?

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    Offer your time and skills to make a huge difference

    Volunteer

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    The immersive workshop brought together students with a wide range of visual impairments for a hands-on creative experience designed around accessibility, self-expression and inclusion

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    The immersive workshop brought together students with a wide range of visual impairments for a hands-on creative experience designed around accessibility, self-expression and inclusion

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    Robinsons Fruit Shoot becomes the first kids drinks brand to launch new packaging with NaviLens technology, providing audio guidance and navigation support for shoppers with visual impairments

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    SEND reform: early support is essential, but ex...

    RSBC responds to the government’s new SEND White Paper    Today, the government has published the new White Paper ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ which sets out plans to reform support for children and young...

    SEND reform: early support is essential, but ex...

    RSBC responds to the government’s new SEND White Paper    Today, the government has published the new White Paper ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ which sets out plans to reform support for children and young...

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Bedtime Donations

We're on a mission to create the world's largest free children's audiobook library. Will you join us?

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