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Delivering results

We have a clear vision and a proven track record for delivering practical improvements to all areas of development and education for people with Down syndrome.

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Open Access Information Resources

Extensive Open Access information resources to be published online.

The Trust has launched a new initiative to offer full open access to all research papers, books, teaching materials and more. Read more about our Open Access initiatives...

Working around the world

People with Down syndrome are born into families everywhere.

We work to improve education and development for all people with Down syndrome.

  • Our research is widely recognised as influencing educational practice around the world over the past 30 years
  • Our online information resources serve many thousands of people from over 130 countries every week

"The Down Syndrome Educational Trust has been one of the leading centres in the world in research and practice about development, learning and communication in children and adults with Down syndrome for many years. The Trust is renowned for its publications and teaching."
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