Richmond and Kingston SENDIASS

10/04/2026

📱0808 164 5527
📧info@rksendiass.co.uk
💻www.rksendiass.co.uk

09/04/2026

✨ Feeling overwhelmed by education acronyms? You’re not alone.
EOTISC, Education Other Than in School or College, Alternative Provision (AP), Home Education, Off‑roll, EOTAS…

When your young person isn’t thriving in their current educational setting, it can feel like a whole new language is being thrown your way.

At RK SENDIASS, we know how stressful and confusing this journey can be. That’s why we work hard to keep information simple, clear, and supportive—so you can feel confident when talking with education settings or the local authority.

🌟 We’ve just updated our website section on Education Other Than in School/College to help you navigate these terms and understand your options without feeling overwhelmed.

👉 Take a look: www.rksendiass.co.uk

08/04/2026

***Sharing from Kingston SEND Parent Carer Forum***

Schools White Paper and SEND Reform Consultation

> What’s it all about? > How will it affect my child/young person? > How do I have my say?

This webinar is aimed at parent carers who have a child or young person aged 0-25 who has any type of Special Educational Need and/or Disability (SEND) and lives within the London Region.

NNPCF will be hosting the same webinar at different times and dates and it will include:

An overview of the proposed SEND reforms in the Schools White Paper
How your child or young person might be affected
How to make your voice heard in the SEND Reform Consultation


Book your place using the links below:



Wednesday 15th April, 12.30pm-2pm - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iZBDjIhTR9Wz99PktawHsw

Thursday 16th April, 10am-11.30am - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a7DdQ1YtQXSMIWxAEyD3yQ

Thursday 16th April, 7.30pm-9pm - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RnYBhoIKRciZwF4e3iDyVA

Friday 17th April, 10am-11.30am - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S7FfFfjFS7O7Ld2veaHrCA

Monday 20th April, 7.30pm-9pm - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Eor5gcpGRyeK9N1weK2xZw

Tuesday 21st April, 12.30pm-2pm - https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pjiqfCOURNO9lnNknxBgrQ

08/04/2026

Get Ready for Success event, an upcoming SEND transitions event aimed at Year 12–13 students, their families and professionals, focused on preparing for adulthood and post-16 pathways.

The event will cover:
• Apply for the DSA (Disabled Students Allowance) and Needs Assessments
• The benefits of Disclosure
• Further education and training options
• Employment and supported internships
• Independent living and community inclusion

Event details:
🗓22nd April 2026
📍St Mary’s University, Twickenham

🔗You can book here at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-ready-for-success-wellbeing-and-disability-support-at-university-tickets-1968106319983?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

07/04/2026

To replace the cancelled session on Requesting an EHCP scheduled today we have arranged for a repeat session on Thursday 9th April.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and hope you can attend this new date and time.

To join click on this Teams link at https://www.rksendiass.co.uk/workshops/

07/04/2026

🌟 Stay Informed. Stay Supported. Join the Achieving for Children Local Offer Register! 🌟

If you live in Kingston or Richmond and your family includes a child or young person with a special educational need (SEN) or disability, we encourage you to join our Local Offer Register.

By registering, you can:
✨ Receive up‑to‑date information on local support, services and opportunities
✨ Share feedback that helps us shape and improve the services you rely on
✨ Apply for a Disability Awareness Card — useful for proof of disability and access to concessions, support or assistance
Who can register?
👶 Pre‑school children whose learning and development is significantly delayed
🌱 Pre‑school children identified as needing extra support (e.g., in a childcare setting)
🏫 School‑age children and young people receiving SEN Support in their school or setting
📄 Children or young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) issued by Kingston or Richmond
💼 Young people on a supported internship, traineeship or apprenticeship
🧑‍🧒 Young people aged 13+ can register independently and stay registered until age 25
Your voice and your experience help build better services for all children and young people with SEND in our community.

🔗 Join the register today and stay connected to the support that matters https://bit.ly/AfCSENDRegister

06/04/2026

***Sharing*** Autism Central: Free Online Meet-Ups for Grandparents
Funded by NHS England and run by Anna Freud 💙

Grandparents play such an important role in the lives of autistic children — yet support and dedicated spaces for them can be hard to find.

That’s why we’re glad to see Autism Central offering free online meet-ups and access to Peer Guides, with up to 10 one‑to‑one support sessions available.
Let’s not forget that some grandparents may be autistic too, and benefit from a space to connect and be heard.

Learn more: https://www.autismcentral.org.uk/news/blog-grandparents-autistic-children
Email: autismcentral@annafreud.org
Read “Grandparents and Autism” by Ann Memmott:

02/04/2026

A new All‑Age Annual Review template has now been added to the Achieving for Children Local Offer pages. This template is designed to support a more consistent and streamlined approach to annual reviews across all age groups.

You can find the new template and further guidance here:

🔗 https://kr.afcinfo.org.uk/pages/local-offer/information-and-advice/assessment-and-education-health-and-care-planning/annual-reviews

01/04/2026

🎥 New Video for Parent Carers!

With National Offer Day last month and the summer term just around the corner, we’ve recorded a new, shorter, and easy‑to‑follow video to support a smoother transition for young people moving up to secondary school while on SEN Support.

Whether your child is in Year 5 or Year 6, this quick guide walks you through what to expect, how the transition planning process works, and what to start considering ahead of Year 7 — helping you feel more prepared for the months ahead.

👉 Watch here: https://youtu.be/RBMDdXFNYbI
Please feel free to share with other parent carers who may find this helpful. 💙

31/03/2026

📢 We’re sharing the following on behalf of Express CIC so that the families we support can stay fully informed about the wonderful workshops, groups, and specialist support available for children and young people.

Here are just a few of the upcoming events you may find helpful:

🗓 Occupational Therapy Workshop with AfC
📅 Friday 20 June

🗓 PDA Support Group Meeting
📅 Sunday 22 June

🗓 Speech & Language Workshop with Your Healthcare
📅 Friday 27 June

🗓 SEND Surgery with Ed Davey MP (Kingston & Surbiton residents only)
📅 Monday 7 July

✨ Express CIC also offers PDA workshops, family sessions, and more throughout the year.

For full details, tickets, and to contact Express CIC directly, please visit:
🔗 https://www.expresscic.org.uk/events

Express is an independent user led organisation based in Kingston. We provide support and services for autistic people and their families, we promote awareness and acceptance in the community. We are a 'not for profit' organisation. We aim to be a place for everyone...

30/03/2026

📣 Post‑16 Phase Transfer Deadline: 31 March

If a Post‑16 Phase Transfer is relevant for you or someone you support, make sure you’re prepared before the 31 March deadline.

📘 Richmond & Kingston SENDIASS have created a helpful information sheet to guide you through the process.

✅ Access it via the QR code on the image or visit:
🔗 www.rksendiass.co.uk

Please share to help spread the word!