Dudley SEND Local Offer

01/10/2025

Sensory Room at Himley Fireworks – A Calmer Space for Families

We’re excited to share that Himley Fireworks will feature a dedicated sensory room this year, designed to offer a calming and inclusive environment for families who may benefit from a quieter space during the event.

Run by SEN Station, the sensory room will be open throughout the evening and is free to access for all ticket holders.

Whether your child has sensory processing needs, autism, or simply prefers a more relaxed setting, this space is here to support your family’s experience.

📍 Location: Himley Hall and Park
📅 Date: Saturday 8th November 2025
🎟️ Tickets & Event Info: https://www.himleyhallandpark.co.uk/fireworks-tickets

Come and enjoy the magic of fireworks with the reassurance of a sensory-friendly space.

Himley Fireworks - Ticket Information. The largest local authority fireworks display in the country, the legendary Himley fireworks will be lighting up the night sky, set to this year’s theme.

01/10/2025

We thought we'd mark the start of October with a little Halloween info. Here's how we can make our homes a little less spooky (if that's more your thing) and much more accessible for disabled children.

- Offer non-food item alternatives like small party-favour like toys or stickers
- Ensure your front pathway/garden is well-lit and safe for a child with mobility issues to access it
- Be patient, it might take some children more time to take their sweets for a number of reasons, give them time.
- Don’t assume every child is verbal/able to speak, some disabled children may communicate in other ways or have someone with them to help.
- Avoid having strobe lighting or loud sound effects, to keep children with epilepsy and sensory issues safe.

Have we missed anything? What are some Halloween accomodations we could all be making this year? 🎃

01/10/2025

Join us for our next session of Shine on 1st November 3.30-5.30pm

01/10/2025

Did you know that we are able to deliver your Oliver McGowan Training? We can deliver Tier One and Tier Two training. We have an experienced team of trios waiting to deliver the training to meet all of your CQC requirements. We are running courses to meet your needs so if you need two people training or your whole team get in touch NOW to book your training in the Black Country.

01/10/2025

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24/09/2025

12/09/2025

📣 Families First Partnership Workshop – 30th September at DY1 Community Building

We’re inviting parents and carers to join us for a Families First Partnership Programme workshop on Monday, 30th September, held at the DY1 Community Building.

This free event is a safe and welcoming space for families to share their experiences with children’s social care services—from support through Family Hubs to more involved social care pathways.

What is the Families First Partnership Programme (FFPP)?
The FFPP is a UK government initiative focused on improving local children’s services by putting families at the heart of support systems. It promotes early intervention, multi-agency collaboration, and inclusive service delivery—especially for families of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Why attend?

Learn how the FFPP is being implemented locally
Share your experiences and help shape future services
Explore opportunities for co-production and inclusive support
Connect with other families and professionals
📅 Date: Monday, 30th September
10am-12pm
📍 Location: DY1 Community Building
🎟️ Book your free place: Click here to register on Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/families-first-partnership-programme-send-families-tickets-1688397465269?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information, please contact:
📧 Childrens.Reforms@dudley.gov.uk

We hope to see you there!

Discover how the Families First Partnership Programme supports SEND families through collaboration, engagement, and inclusive services.

19/06/2025

We have some really Exciting News!!!! 🎉🎉🎉

The Good Life Project have collaborated with Sycamore Adventure to bring you FREE Monthly Family Cooking Sessions starting

Monday 23rd June 2025
5.30pm till 7.00pm

In these Monthly Sessions we will show you how to make Easy, Tasty Meals for your Family with Ingredients you will most likely have at Home already and for the Fresh Ingredients you can either have a go at Growing at Home 🌱 or with us at Sycamore Adventure in our Brand New Growing Space "The Lost Gardens of Sycamore" 🍅🥔🌶

This Month we are making a British Favourite Chicken Fajitas 🌶🧅

Don't worry if you don't have any experience of Cooking you don't need it, we will teach you everything you need to be a Mini Masterchef 👨‍🍳 before you know it 🤣

Huge Thank you to Sycamore Adventure CIO for funding these Sessions for our Community 🙏

Places are Limited to 6 Families per Session so please just Book 1 Ticket per Family via the link below

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/sycamore-adventure-cio/monthly-family-cooking-session-chicken-fajitas/2025-06-23/17:30/t-rpmredy