SENDiass4BCP

15/04/2026

The Mental health Support Team in schools(MHSTs) are running a webinar for Parent Carers, on Understanding Autism.

This free, online session is aimed at parents and carers who are supporting autistic children and young people, or those who may be autistic (no diagnosis needed). The webinar will explore sensory needs, communication differences, emotional regulation, anxiety, and wellbeing, and will include practical strategies to support children and young people at home.

Webinar details
Format: Online
Date: Thursday 23 April
Time: 4:00–5:00pm

Either use the QR code in the image, or the following link, to sign up and get more information: 6128fc60-1817-4002-8042-804d4b0932d2@37c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6128fc60-1817-4002-8042-804d4b0932d2@37c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3

10/04/2026

Spaces still available for our free online workshops, next Wednesday! Learn about SEN Support, Parental requests for EHCPs, and Parental Contributions:

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Services for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

09/04/2026

There are many opportunities coming up, to get involved and make sure your experiences and views help shape the future of SEND support:

Parent Carers Together Padlets – These online Padlets are a simple way to share your thoughts. Your input will directly help Parent Carers Together shape their response to the consultation.
https://www.parentcarerstogether.org.uk/elementor-4718/ (Padlets close May 12th)

Council for Disabled Children – A series of welcoming online sessions designed to hear your views and experiences, helping inform the Council for Disabled Children’s response to the SEND Reform Consultation. (Last online session is 1st of May)
https://councilfordisabledchildren.org.uk/work-us/events-training/events-training-calendar/send-reform-putting-children-and-young-people

BCP Council are also keen to hear from parents and carers to help shape their local response
Session 1: Kinson Community Centre 17th of April 10am – 1pm,
Session 2: Online 20th of April 5.30pm-7.30pm.
Register for these sessions here: https://tinyurl.com/bcplocalsendreformworkshops

Every contribution matters, and these sessions are a chance to have your experiences heard.

08/04/2026

The last in our series of mythbusting and info sharing posts, is out now! Stay informed - take a look at the latest post , and the full series here: https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/02/24/mythbusting/

02/04/2026

Closed for the Bank Hols - but you can still leave us a message, access webinars and other support resources:
https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/04/02/bank-holiday-closure-2/

01/04/2026

Lot of talk about changes to SEND law - there aren't any changes active at the moment. However - there is a consultation on those proposed changes, and you have a right to have your say. Links and information here: https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/04/01/send-consultation-have-your-say/

31/03/2026

Autism Unlimited have a free Early Years Autism information session they are running locally for parents.
This session is designed for parents of children under the age of 5 who they think or know may be autistic. Many parents at this stage are feeling overwhelmed or isolated, and this workshop offers you a chance to access clear information, practical strategies, and peer support in a safe and welcoming space.
About the workshop:
• Completely FREE for parents
• For parents of children under 5
• Led by a passionate team of neurodivergent-informed parents with lived experience
• Focuses on sharing strategies, ideas, and support
• A chance for parents to connect with others who truly understand
The poster includes a QR code for more information and booking.
Here are the links to 2 locations of this course –
Wimborne - https://www.autism-unlimited.org/who-we-are/training/courses/early-years-autism-workshop-3?occurrenceID=6149
Bournemouth - https://www.autism-unlimited.org/who-we-are/training/courses/early-years-autism-workshop-4?occurrenceID=6150

31/03/2026

Tuesday already? That must mean it's time for another instalment of Mythbusting, and other information!
https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/02/24/mythbusting/

30/03/2026

The clocks may have gone forward, but you don't have to get up early to come to our online workshops. Take a look at when you can join us, this April:
https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/03/30/whats-on-in-april-3/

24/03/2026

Our next instalment of Mythbusting and Info sharing is out - read the latest quick snip here: https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/02/24/mythbusting/

17/03/2026

Schools should work in partnership with parents - why? Find out:
https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/02/24/mythbusting/

10/03/2026

The next update in our mythbusting series is out now - a short read you can access here: https://sendiass4bcp.org/2026/02/24/mythbusting/