Mission statement and values
The mission of Ruby’s is to provide life changing support by means of specialist facilities and opportunities for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families, who live in Cheshire East.
Our aims
To provide an inclusive sensory centre with specialist facilities including a sensory room, sensory garden, soft play area and community cafe that is accessible to all and for the benefit of children and families of Cheshire East.
To provide outreach SEND support across Cheshire East by means of a mobile sensory bus and in partner settings, for children and families who are unable to access the centre facilities due to social, emotional and health difficulties.
To support the whole family unit by providing bespoke person-centred early help interventions with the aim of reducing family crisis and helping families thrive using methods including telephone appointments, emails, online or face to face meetings.
To provide a safe, stimulating environment giving individuals and groups the chance to explore and develop in inclusive settings with the aim of friendship, fun and a sense of belonging through respite opportunities, peer support and siblings group.
To provide wellbeing opportunities for children and their families to access therapies including parent carer counselling, relaxation and wellbeing treatments & sessions, educational sessions by means of workshops and training courses.
Our values
We are Kind
Being Kind means that we treat others and ourselves with dignity and care
So, at Ruby’s we…
- value relationships and value trust highly so we build healthy connections with each other
- act, speak and listen carefully with kindness and respect so we create and maintain a safe Ruby’s culture
- are self-aware and kind to ourselves so we take care of our own wellbeing
We are Accountable
Being Accountable means that we understand our roles and responsibilities and take them seriously
So, at Ruby’s we…
- take responsibility for our words and behaviour and the impact they may have on others
- if responsibilities cannot be met seek help and guidance in good time so alternatives can be agreed
- make mistakes sometimes! But we try to accept them and learn from them so we take responsibly for our own growth and development
- behave and speak with integrity so we are trustworthy
We are Inclusive
Being inclusive means that we are welcoming and fair
So, at Ruby’s we…
- celebrate that we are all unique with different experiences, backgrounds, and opinions so we make everyone feel accepted and heard
- treat each other with dignity and respect so we all feel safe
We are Creative
Being creative means that we want to inspire and be inspired
So, at Ruby’s we…
- aim to adapt, evolve and be flexible so we find creative solutions
- encourage and support each other to explore new ideas so we continue to grow and develop
- try new things and have fun so we remain curious and hopeful
Our impact
About Ruby
Driven by this vision of what was needed, I set up Ruby’s Fund in 2008 and, following a huge community fundraising campaign, we became a registered charity in 2009. In 2014 the vision became reality when we opened the doors to our fully inclusive sensory play centre and community café in Congleton. Since then, Ruby’s Fund has grown; providing a wealth of services and support both at our centre and across Cheshire East with our outreach programme and mobile sensory bus.
Alison, Ruby’s mum
Our supporters
We’re so lucky to have so many supporters and funders.
William’s walk for Ruby’s
On 22nd June 2025 William was joined by his closest friends and families to complete a fundraising walk around Astbury Mere to raise funds for Ruby’s. This is the second year that William, his friends and family have organised this walk for Ruby’s. We are humbled and proud to have supported William and his family in this amazing fundraiser. Thank you to everybody who participated and those who donated. Your support will help us to continue to make a difference. Here are some words written from William’s mummy: William is a bright, kind and determined little boy with a love…
The Captains 54 hole Charity Challenge raises over £10,600 for Ruby’s Fund and The Golf Development program at Astbury Golf Club.
Ruby’s are this years Charity of the Year at Astbury Golf Club. Earlier in the year we were told about a fundraising event that they were arranging for our charity and the Golf development Program at Astbury Golf Club. Today we are absolutely blown away to find out how much they raised. We cannot thank you enough for arranging this event and supporting Ruby’s so generously. You are all Ruby’s Superstars! The Captains 54 hole Charity Challenge was taken on by 6 teams of 4 members raising over £10,600 for Ruby’s Fund and The Golf Development program at Astbury Golf…
Accessing Counselling Support Through Ruby’s: A Step-by-Step Guide for SEND Families
At Ruby’s, we understand how important mental health and emotional wellbeing are—both for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and for their families. That’s why we’re proud to offer funding support for counselling services for parents and carers living in Cheshire East who are registered with Ruby’s. To help make this process simple and stress-free, we’ve created a clear, step-by-step guide. Here’s how you can access funded counselling through Ruby’s: Step 1: Learn About Counselling Before deciding if counselling is the right route for you, we recommend reading the NHS guidance on what counselling involves.…
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