Royal Society for Blind Children
Description: RSBC create a better life for blind children, by helping every young person they work with to find and fulfil their own unique potential. As experts in the field of childhood sight loss they have first-hand experience of the challenges that children face, and the potential they have.
Weblink: http://www.rsbc.org.uk
Email: enquiries@rsbc.org.uk
Category: Third/voluntary Sector
Services Provided
Family Support Service
This service offers one to one support for the whole family; help with coping with a diagnosis; help to access practical support; and support for your child's development.Eye Connect Cymru
Eye Connect is a project designed to connect vision impaired children and young people and give them a voice in their community. The project ensures that: children, young people and families have the support they need to feel more confident and thrive emotionally; youth organisations across Wales are equipped to welcome and include vision impaired children and young people in their settings; children and young people can make lasting connections with each other and build a sense of community; children and young people will have a stronger voice in their community and be able to influence change.Audio Book Club
Join us on Zoom as we listen to different audio books with other Visually Impaired (VI) young people from all over the UK! You can listen to books of your choice in the comfort of your space, have a chance to meet new people & make new friends as we have discussions, quizzes, and create your own audiobook sessions around the chosen book. Once we finish a book, we also hold exciting nominations and vote in time for the book reveal session. Audio book club is at a regular time of 5pm-6pm every Monday and Thursday for children and young people between the ages of 8-25.Sisterhood
Sisterhood is a fantastic online group for young women aged 11 –25 to come together and discuss issues that are important to them. It’s a chance to discuss anything from mental health and wellbeing to hair care and make up. It’s a lovely supportive group that meets Tuesdays fortnightly online.Early Years Connecting Families
An online session designed to support parents and carers of vision impaired children in the early years.Creative
We hold regular online and hybrid sessions for children and young people of any age up to 25 to come together and share their creative passion. Whether you enjoy music, playing an instrument, singing, poetry, drama, or creative writing you can join our sessions and meet others who share your interests. Online Gaming: We hold regular online gaming sessions for children and young people to come together and have some fun gaming together. Open to any children and young people up to age 25, why not come and join and meet others whilst playing online.Moving On Up
If you’re in Year 6 and you want to share your thoughts and chat to others who, like you, will be moving to Year 7 in September, then why not join our Moving on Up Group! As well as the other young people, our Family Practitioners will be on hand to answer your questions and help you work through the move. This Group will give you the chance to talk about your thoughts and feelings, help you work through them and help boost your confidence before September! The sessions are fun, and enjoyable but they will also offer you a safe space to talk to others and to the RSBC’s Family Practitioner.Primary Years Connecting Families
An online session designed to support parents and carers of vision impaired children as they navigate the transition to secondary school.RSBC Youth Forum
The RSBC youth forum is a group of blind and partially sighted young people aged between 16 and 25. We are committed to creating positive change and championing the voices of blind and visually impaired young people, as well as influencing all areas of work across RSBC. The youth forum works to raise awareness and challenge perceptions of visually impaired young people. We aim to represent their views and opinions, highlight the issues that affect them, and make sure we’re doing our best to influence those who can push for change and bring about improvements in services at both RSBC and external organisations. The youth forum meets online and in person, and meets regularly with trustees and staff across RSBC, to ensure that the voices of blind and visually impaired young people are at the forefront of driving the charities services and engagement.RSBC Assistive Technology sessions
If you want to feel empowered and knowledgeable about the world of technology, then join our Accessible Technology sessions. Our Senior Accessibility Advisor Alex can provide support with using a wide range of devices such as smart phones, computers, tablets, braille readers and much more. They can also offer support in how everyday devices can be used to support blind and partially sighted people in areas including travel, finances, wellbeing and fitness, independent living and school. You can arrange a personal session online with Alex, designed just for you, or you and your family. We also run a range of group workshops online. All sessions last between 1 and 1.5 hours and can be arranged at a date and time of your convenience.RSBC Futures
Maybe you already know what you want to do. Get a paid job, become a volunteer, run your own business, take up an apprenticeship, or go into further or higher education. Or perhaps you aren’t yet sure what the future might look like for you? No problem! At RSBC, our Futures service can be by your side to guide and support you as you start to make those plans. Whether you’re making choices about your GCSE subjects, starting to think about your next steps in education, or planning your employed or volunteer role, we can help you reach your goals.RSBC Welsh Social Group
Held on the last Wednesday of the month. The group is a monthly virtual session targeted specifically for vision impaired children and young people across Wales. This virtual group is a place for any young people from the ages 10 to 16 who are partially sighted, blind or sight impaired who live in Wales. These sessions are held virtually on Zoom and are for any who would like to meet other like-minded people, build new relationships and form new bonds.Royal Society for Blind Children's Welsh Social Group
Welsh Social Group for vision impaired children and young people across Wales aged 10 to 21 years. The group meets monthly, via Zoom, on the last Wednesday of the month.Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School'
The 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. The group meets monthly, via Zoom.Step On Up online group
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place after school at 5pm, every other Wednesday (fortnightly).Secondary Years Connecting Families
An online group designed to help parents and carers of vision impaired young people during the secondary school years.Events associated with this provider:
25th of February 2026
Connecting Families online support session for parents - Early Years: Emotional Wellbeing (online)
This session will focus on understanding emotional wellbeing for both children and families, helping parents and carers to build a strong foundation for their child’s development. For more information and to sign up visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
3rd of March 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Post-16: Navigating Exams (online)
This session is designed to help parents and carers support vision impaired young people through the upcoming exam season. For more information and to sign up click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
4th of March 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
10th of March 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Secondary Years: Accessible Tech and Safe Tech Use (online)
This session will explore technology that supports learning and independence during the secondary school years. For more information and to sign up click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
11th of March 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
18th of March 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Primary Years: Transitioning to Secondary School (online)
This session is for parents and carers of vision impaired children as they navigate the important transition to secondary school. With councils sending offers of secondary school places to families in March, this is a perfect time to prepare for the next big step. For more information and to sign up click the link providedHosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
24th of March 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Early Years: Play and Habilitation (online)
This session will focus on practical ways to encourage development through play, toys, and sensory resources. For more information and to sign up click the link providedHosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
1st of April 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
14th of April 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Primary Years: Transitioning to Secondary School (online)
This session is for parents and carers of vision impaired children as they navigate the important transition to secondary school. For more information and to sign up click the link providedHosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
15th of April 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
21st of April 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Secondary Years: Accessible Tech and Safe Tech Use (online)
For more information and to sign up click the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
22nd of April 2026
RSBC Connecting Families Online Group - Early Years: Play and Habilitation (online)
For more information and to sign up click the link providedHosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
29th of April 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
13th of May 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
20th of May 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
27th of May 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
10th of June 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
17th of June 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
24th of June 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
8th of July 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
15th of July 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
22nd of July 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
5th of August 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
12th of August 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
19th of August 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
2nd of September 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
9th of September 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
16th of September 2026
Step On Up (online)
For young people with vision impairment in Year 11 who are starting to think about life after Year 11, or who maybe little worried about the upcoming exam season. This online space is a chance for young people to chat with other young people going through the same experience and get practical tips and advice from RSBC's friendly Family Practitioners. You will explore different pathways for the future and prepare for exams together. Sessions will take place fortnightly on a Wednesday. For more information, visit the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children
7th of October 2026
Royal Society for Blind Children 'Moving on up Group: Transitioning to Secondary School' (online)
The Royal Society for Blind Children (RSBC)'s 'Moving on up Group' is for young people who are in Year 6 and want to share their thoughts and chat with others who will be moving to Year 7 in September 2026. RSBC's Family Practitioners will be there to answer your questions and offer practical tips to make the move to a new, larger school easier. We’ll talk about everything from finding your way around to settling into new routines, and you can chat with other young people who are going through the same thing. The group meets meet once a month on Wednesdays. Visit their online calendar for more information via the link provided.Hosted by - Royal Society for Blind Children