Lloyd's London Marathon

Lloyd Martin, runner number 321, took the TCS London Marathon by storm on 21st April 2024, marking a historic moment for both himself and the Down syndrome community. At just 19 years old, Lloyd made headlines as the youngest person with Down syndrome to tackle this monumental challenge.

At the heart of Stepping Stones DS
are our families

Each family's journey is unique, all are equally valued and everyone has a part to play in supporting one another.

Stepping Stones DS is an extended family of support that helps young people with Down syndrome fulfil their potential by providing opportunities to be social, have fun and learn.

We welcome families who have a child or young adult with Down syndrome and who live within our catchment area in North Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey. View our catchment area map here: SSDS Catchment Area Map

If you would like to join us, please complete our sign-up form here: Join SSDS

We support children and young adults from birth to age 24.

What our families say

“ Thanks to Stepping Stones DS, we have and continue to enjoy incredible support ranging from crucial therapies for our son, learning opportunities for our family, enviable social activities to healthy and valuable friendships.

They are an Earth Angel. ”

- Irene; Mum to Cruz aged 4