Celebrating World Children’s Day: How Moonrise Supports Children

World Children’s Day is a chance to celebrate children, their potential, and the resilience they show every day. At Moonrise, we are proud to support children and young people in ways that help them feel safe, understood, and empowered to thrive — no matter their background or experiences.

Every child is unique, and some have experienced challenges that can leave a lasting impact. That’s why we place a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care. This approach recognises that early adverse experiences can affect a child’s emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and relationships. By understanding the impact of trauma, our teams respond with empathy, patience, and consistency, creating a safe environment where children can begin to feel secure and build trust.

A key part of our approach is PACE — Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy. This framework encourages our staff to engage with children in a way that is warm, non-judgemental, and responsive to their needs. Playfulness allows us to connect with children on their level, acceptance ensures they feel valued no matter their behaviour, curiosity helps staff understand the underlying causes of actions or emotions, and empathy allows us to respond sensitively to their experiences. Together, these principles help children feel understood and supported, promoting emotional regulation and resilience.

We also recognise that some children may have diagnoses such as autism, learning disabilities, or mental health conditions, which can affect how they experience the world. Children with autism, for example, may have sensory sensitivities, difficulties with social communication, or heightened anxiety in unfamiliar situations. By understanding these needs, our staff can provide tailored strategies — such as structured routines, sensory-friendly environments, or visual supports — to help children feel safe and confident. Similarly, children with learning disabilities or mental health needs benefit from personalised support that addresses their unique challenges while encouraging growth, skill-building, and independence.

Education is another cornerstone of our support. We ensure that children have access to mainstream schooling whenever possible, and where this isn’t suitable, we provide alternative education pathways that are tailored to individual abilities and interests. This means children can continue to learn, develop, and achieve in ways that suit them, whether it’s through one-to-one support, small group sessions, or vocational learning opportunities.

At Moonrise, it’s not just about providing care — it’s about empowering children to thrive. Our staff are trained to recognise and respond to emotional, social, and educational needs, building trusting relationships that foster confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging. From celebrating achievements, big and small, to supporting children in everyday activities, our approach is rooted in understanding, patience, and genuine care.

This World Children’s Day, we celebrate all children and reaffirm our commitment to supporting each one in a way that is trauma-informed, empathetic, and personalised. Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential — and at Moonrise, that’s exactly what we strive to provide.