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learning disability services

Our Learning Disability services are at the heart of Burton Street Foundation, supporting around 250 clients from across Sheffield.

Guided by our motto, ‘Everyone Has a Part to Play’, our unique Burton Street Approach is rooted in our values of Community, Independence and Wellbeing. We take a holistic view of each individual, developing skills and interests, promoting emotional and physical health, and fostering social connection. Through this approach, we nurture a strong sense of belonging across our Burton Street community.

Our six departments are organised into two categories: Specialist Support for Individuals and Session-Based Support.

children and young people's service (CAYPS)

CAYPS provides a personalised service for children aged 8-18 with additional support needs, offering fun activities while giving families valuable time off. The programme runs during school holidays and on Saturdays during term time, both at Burton Street and within the local community.

Specialist Support for Individuals

complex needs

Complex Needs is a service providing tailored 1-to-1 or 2-to-1 support for people with profound communication, social, or sensory-regulation needs. Built on deep understanding and compassion, the service develops strong relationships while working with families and professionals to provide holistic support.

Specialist Support for Individuals

individual support

Individual Support provides dedicated 1-to-1 support to people take part in group activities and opportunities they may otherwise not have access to. Working closely and intensively with each individual, staff respond to their unique needs while removing barriers to encourage personal growth.

Specialist Support for Individuals

focused support

Focused Support provides responsive, group-based activities for people with significant physical, social or communication needs. Sessions continually evolve, with staff exploring different tools and techniques to unlock engagement and enjoyment. Activities also help clients learn to share space and interact with others.

Session-based support

promoting independence

Promoting Independence delivers client-led group sessions for adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. Through fun, creative activities, clients are supported to engage with their peers, grow in confidence and hone communication skills, while strengthening friendships, independence and self-advocacy.

Session-based support

Building Independence

Building Independence supports our most independent clients to navigate relationships, advocate for themselves and champion the LD community. Centred on individual skills and interests, group sessions empower clients to shape this service and their lives, as they develop connections across Sheffield through innovative projects.

Session-based support

contact us

For further information on any of our Learning Disability services, please call Burton Street Foundation on 0114 233 2908 or simply send a message.