In early July 2025, a young girl was admitted to The Children’s Trust following a brain injury sustained in an accident. Before the incident, she was an active and adventurous child who loved riding her bike; it was one of her favourite things to do. That passion became a powerful motivator during her rehabilitation journey.

At The Children’s Trust, the therapy team recognised her enthusiasm for cycling and used it as a key part of her rehabilitation. With the help of a ceiling hoist in the corridor, they supported her as she began to pedal again, slowly at first, but with growing strength and confidence. Over time, and with a lot of determination, she progressed to riding with minimal assistance, regaining not just physical ability but also her freedom and joy.

She was discharged from The Children’s Trust on the 27th of August 2025, having made remarkable progress. Since then, she has returned to school part-time in Year 1. Early feedback from her teachers has been incredibly positive: she’s settling in well, engaging with her classmates, and interacting confidently with staff.