Nikki Scott, Founder of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, reflects on a year of supporting nearly 800 bereaved military children and young people, strengthening families through connection and community, and driving change so bereaved pupils are better understood and supported.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has partnered with Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) to launch a new training module for Initial Teacher Training (ITT) providers designed to help trainee teachers recognise and respond compassionately to the needs of bereaved pupils.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has seen a powerful impact from its 2025 events Programme, with festivals, regional gatherings, special military experiences and online activities all helping bereaved military families to feel more connected, confident and part of a supportive community.
Read moreFour members of Scotty’s Council travelled to Canada alongside founder Nikki Scott to attend The Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR) Forum 2025, sharing their experiences and helping to showcase the charity’s work on an international stage.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has expanded its services to include specialist bereavement counselling, enabling the charity to offer a higher level of emotional and mental health support to children, young people, and their families.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers brought bereaved military children and young people together for a lively virtual party that sparked connection, confidence and a real sense of community – with an extra burst of energy from inspirational special guest Zack George, best known as Steel from the TV show Gladiators.
Read moreOver Remembrance Weekend, 100 bereaved military family members from Scotty’s Little Soldiers, including 56 children and young people, came together in London to honour their loved ones who served.
Read moreMembers of Scotty’s Little Soldiers, the charity for bereaved British Forces children and young people, have received a heartfelt letter from Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex ahead of Remembrance weekend – letting them know how proud the nation is of them and reminding them that they are never alone.
Read moreScotty’s Little Soldiers has teamed up with Historic Royal Palaces, the independent charity that cares for the Tower of London and five other historic sites, to create meaningful experiences for bereaved military families.
Read moreLeading exam bodies Eduqas and WJEC have teamed up with Scotty’s Little Soldiers, to ensure future exam questions are written with greater awareness of sensitive content, helping to prevent grieving students from being re-traumatised during high-stakes exams.
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