I first learned basic Makaton at the age of 14-15. Now, I run a theatre school for children, young people, and adults with a wide range of additional support needs and use Makaton every day...

In 2016 a young girl had a "magical" surprise when a Santa on board a train started to communicate with her using Makaton. 2 years later Betsy and Santa are reunited on the train...

Linda B is co-founder of SoLO Choir.“Makaton has given me a community wider and fuller, happier and funnier, than I could have envisaged when I sat in that darkened auditorium at the start of the Christmas play seven years ago.”

All the dates, times, venue, people and signs had all been co-ordinated. It was certainly going ahead, 10 in the Bed was going to be amazing!

Bristol Zoo Gardens and Wild Place Project recognised the need for Makaton. “It really helps improve a visit for people who use Makaton..."

Honiton's Makaton Sing and Sign Choir is run by Regional Makaton Tutor Sharon Parnell... "There is a huge sense of belonging and being a part of something at the choir and all while learning new communication skills and Makaton signs".

darts (Doncaster Community Arts) is a community arts charity. Their team of artists use dance, drama, music, visual arts and film to deliver creative workshops with children and adults...