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The charity secured grants totaling £21,801 during the year ending November 2025.
We were able to secure grants to the sum of £21,801 which was a decrease to the previous year £64,805.
Financial · Funding statement · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 48
The charity's total income increased by £35,428 to £342,270 in the year ending 30 November 2025.
The charity had a total income of £342,270 which was an increase from the previous year of £35,428.
Financial · Funding statement · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 47
The CSSEF Deaf Hubs provided regular sessions for Deaf children and their families to connect and communicate.
Our CSSEF Deaf Hubs continue to be an important part of our work, providing regular opportunities for Deaf children, Children of Deaf Adults (CODA) and their families to come together in an environment where communication, identity and belonging are at the heart of every session.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 41
Chloe’s and Sophie’s Special Ears Fund funded BSL learning opportunities for over 312 people, equating to 20,592 hours of BSL learning.
This year, we funded BSL learning opportunities for over 312 people, equating to 20,592 hours of BSL learning, a significant increase from the previous year.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 39
The Life Skills for All initiative at Oak Lodge School provided £500 per term to fund practical experiences for 19 Deaf young people, enhancing their independence and communication skills.
This year, we were proud to continue supporting the residential students at Oak Lodge School in Wandsworth, London, through our 'Life Skills for All' initiative. This vital programme provides £500 per term to fund practical, confidence-building experiences for 19 Deaf young people in Years 7 to 13 who live on site during the week.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 36
The Yumma Foods Online Cookery Workshops, run by Deaf chef Yvonne Cobb, reached 40 Deaf children across 6 sessions in England and North Wales.
Over the course of the year, a total of 40 Deaf children took part across 6 sessions from England and North Wales.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 35
The Punk Chef Cookery Workshops provided Deaf young people aged 10-16 with an empowering cooking experience led by a successful Deaf chef.
This year, our Punk Chef Workshop brought together Deaf young people aged 10–16 for an inspiring and empowering cooking experience led by the famous Deaf chef and role model, Punk Chef.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 33
CSSEF organised a Wellbeing Weekend Residential for Deaf children and their families in September.
On the last weekend in September, 13 families with Deaf children (60 people) came together for our very first Wellbeing Weekend Residential — and it was a fantastic success!
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 28
CSSEF's Easter Activities Programme included Go Karting and Laser Tag in Maidenhead, Berkshire.
Go Karting and Laser Tag continues to be one of our most popular activities, and this Easter we returned to Maidenhead, Berkshire, for another action-packed day with our Deaf children and their families.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 27
CSSEF hosted a Breakfast with the Elves event for over 100 Deaf children and their families during Christmas.
To ensure every child could experience the magic of Christmas, we once again hosted our annual Breakfast with the Elves at Sindlesham Court, Berkshire, welcoming more than 100 guests, including Deaf children and their families
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 26
CSSEF's Winter Activities Programme in 2024 included an exclusive ice-skating session at Guildford Ice Rink.
Following the success of our Winter Activities Programme in 2023, we were delighted to return to Guildford Ice Rink for another exclusive ice-skating session for Deaf children and their families.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 25
The charity invested £329,063 into its Wish Grant programme to provide practical and emotional support for Deaf children.
This year, we invested £329,063 into our Wish Grant programme, reflecting our commitment to providing practical, emotional and life-enhancing support for Deaf children.
Financial · Funding statement · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 23
The charity delivered a significant number of workshops and activities aimed at supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of Deaf children, with an increase in both the number of sessions and participants.
We delivered 120 workshops and activities, attended by 2200 participants, providing safe, welcoming spaces where Deaf children could express themselves, explore their identity, and connect with Deaf peers. An increase of 40 workshops and activities, and an increase in demand of 1470 participants.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 21
The charity funded an additional Soundfield System in schools this year, adding to the 48 systems installed over the past three years.
A total of 1 Soundfield System was funded in schools across the counties we work in to add to the 48 Soundfield Systems our charity funded in the previous three years.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 17
Our Deaf-led training sessions, such as those with Coleg Cambria and North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, help build communication confidence and equip participants to create more inclusive environments.
Each session is designed to challenge misconceptions, build communication confidence and equip participants with the practical knowledge needed to create Deaf-friendly environments within their organisations, educational settings and communities.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 15
The number of BSL School Boards installed across schools has increased to 296, reflecting growing demand for Deaf awareness initiatives.
This year, we funded a further 19 BSL School Boards, with an additional 7 boards provided through our partnership with DangerPoint, bringing the total number of BSL School Boards displayed in schools and educational settings to 296.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 13
The Blossom Group for Deaf girls aged 7-12 helps build confidence, identity, and friendships.
Through creative activities, friendship and positive Deaf role models, they leave with greater self-belief, stronger friendships and a growing pride in who they are.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 9
The Wellbeing Hub in Aldershot has become a community space where Deaf children, young people, and their families can connect, learn, and grow.
The CSSEF Wellbeing Hub in Aldershot has now become a thriving community space where Deaf children, young people and their families come together to connect, learn and grow.
Service · Observational claim · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 9
The charity supports schools in enhancing the learning environment for deaf children through equipment and resources.
Schools located within our geographical focus—Hampshire, London, Berkshire, Surrey, Wrexham, Flintshire, and Denbighshire—that support Deaf children can apply for equipment, resources, and materials designed to enhance the learning environment and improve sound acoustics.
Service · Procedural statement · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 8
The charity provides Deaf Awareness Training for teachers and professionals working with deaf children.
Beyond assemblies, we provide Deaf Awareness Training for teachers and professionals working with Deaf children, equipping them with tools and understanding to better support inclusive learning environments.
Service · Procedural statement · From Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund — annual report and accounts, year ending 30 November 2025, page 6