Darlington Mum Makes Great Strides Toward SEND Centre, Kane’s World

Kelly Knight, a mom, is very motivated and is working hard on her vision. It’s been a month since she started, inspired by her five-year-old son, Kane. Kane has developmental delay and autism traits.

Kelly wants to help SEND families by creating ‘Kane’s World’ in Darlington, seeing a need for accessible options. Her fundraising got strong community support, with local businesses and the council also helping her. Now, she will register ‘Kane’s World’ as a charity.

Kelly says this will really happen, emphasizing that charity status helps get money for it and makes building the project faster. She spoke with Darlington Borough Council, who greatly supports her; she says council backing is very important. SEND families need more resources, and ‘Kane’s World’ can solve this problem.

She spreads awareness about her project and attends events to get support. On March 6th, she hosted a ladies’ night at The Vault in Darlington. People support her in unique ways, such as doing a sponsored non-verbal event, to show solidarity with kids like Kane.

Kelly formed a board of trustees to help ensure ‘Kane’s World’ lasts. The response has been unbelievable, she said, motivating her and giving others hope. She believes something is being done to start change, noting positive changes in Kane recently.

He is behaving better and seems happier, appearing more content and confident. Maybe he feels something different is happening, though it is hard to know since he can’t speak. Kelly is dedicated to her mission.

Kids like Kane need a place to play, grow, and fit in.