Dingley’s Promise, the national provider of specialist SEND support and training for children in the early years, are working with Wiltshire Council to open a new specialist centre in Tidworth this month.
This will be the fifth specialist centre opened by Wiltshire Council supporting children under five who have Special Educational Needs and disabilities. The new centre will be operated by Dingley’s Promise, bringing their expertise to enhance provision for families in the area.
The site at Wylye Road in Tidworth will offer approximately 10 places per session, providing early identification of need and targeted support to nurture each child’s developmental progress.
With a focus on inclusion and adaptability to meet the needs of children and respond to their motivations, the centre will provide an inclusive and engaging curriculum to inspire children to explore and develop independence and confidence. The centre will also provide a vital outreach support service and signposting to local families of children with SEND.
“Where the right early intervention can be provided at the right time, it can be transformational for children’s long term outcomes. We are very excited to be opening a Dingley’s Promise specialist centre within Wiltshire, to offer local children with SEND and their families the support and guidance which is vital in the earliest months and years of their child’s life,” said Lee Friend – Chief Operating Officer, Dingley’s Promise.
Dingley’s Promise joins the existing Early Years Specialist Provision in Wiltshire and will work in close partnership with families, professionals, and mainstream settings to promote inclusion, build confidence, and support children’s development.
The new centre, opening in January 2026 will be the 11th specialist setting run by Dingley’s Promise, as it expands it SEND provision and Family Support outreach programme to meet the needs of more children and families across England, offering 1:1 support, coffee mornings, Stay and Play sessions and information sessions.
These are designed to develop networks of support as well as providing strategies and information to support families. Holiday playschemes will also be provided to offer respite for families and a safe and practical environment for children with additional needs to play, supported by specialist early years educators.
Cllr Jon Hubbard, Cabinet Member for Education and Skills, said: “We are delighted to be opening Dingley’s Promise, which will provide a fifth District Specialist Centre in Tidworth. These centres play a vital role in giving children with SEND the best possible start in life. By working closely with families and early years providers, we can ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. The addition of a District Specialist Centre in Tidworth strengthens our commitment to inclusive education and support across Wiltshire”.
The Dingley’s Promise team bring with them over 40 years of experience working with children with SEND and experience of providing Inclusion Training to over 29,000 educators across England. They are committed to building a more inclusive early years in which all children are given the opportunity to access education tailored to their needs, and in which they feel like they belong and can thrive.
The centre will be holding an open event on Wednesday 28th January. If you would like to attend this event, meet staff and find out more about how Dingley’s Promise will support children and families please register your interest here Tidworth Centre Launch RSVP – Fill in form
Families who would like more information about the early years SEND provision in Tidworth as well as the referral and admissions process should email: admin.tidworth@dingley.org.uk
For more information please contact Head of Communications Jo Evans: jo.evans@dingley.org.uk
