SEND Advice Surrey

21/04/2026

Join Dad Matters at Guildford Family Centre to learn more about the events, activities, and support they offer dads in the local area.

Bring the whole family along—there will be a stay-and-play session with games and activities for little ones aged 0–5 years.

📍 Guildford Family Centre, Hazel Avenue, GU1 1NR
📆 Saturday 18th April
⏰ 9.30am – 11:00am

You can register for free here: https://GFFCBandB.eventbrite.co.uk

08/04/2026

SEND Coffee and Play with the Mary Frances Trust

08/04/2026

With exams approaching, many students may find our Study Skills and Strategies Workshop for GCSEs and A Levels especially helpful as they revise over the holidays.

Our one hour online video, designed for GCSE and A Level learners, is now available to watch anytime.

This practical session helps students understand how they learn best and shows them how to study smarter, not harder.

It covers:
• How you learn best
• Effective reading & writing skills
• Revision strategies
• Organisational skills
• Exam techniques

The workshop is delivered by Mary Scully, an experienced dyslexia specialist and former Secondary School SENCo with 13 years’ experience supporting learners of all ages.

What previous attendees say:

“It was much more interactive than expected.”
“Really helpful in understanding which strategies will work for me.”
“I liked all the tasks and will use them.”

Perfect for students wanting confidence, structure and practical tools as they prepare for exams.

Book your session now to brush up on skills this school holiday: https://helenarkell.org.uk/product/available-on-demand-gcse-and-a-level-study-skills/

08/04/2026

Are you a young person who could support the work of the Young Researchers in the Surrey Youth Voice team? Surveys can be accessed at the following link and close on Sunday 12th April

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07/04/2026

🩶Harlequin Chamber Choir is performing their spring concert at St. Nicolas’ Church, Guildford 25/04 7:30pm.

🩶There will be a variety of beautiful music, some by female composers such as Caroline Shaw, Lucy Walker, and our very own Director of Music and conductor, Amy Bebbington. We hope to see you there!

🎟️Adults tickets until 11/04 are £16.

07/04/2026

Free Courses for Parents and Carers 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Looking for ways to support your child and feel more confident at home? Surrey Family Learning offers a fantastic range of FREE courses and workshops to help you build a happier, healthier family life.

Whether you need support with behaviour, learning, or wellbeing, our friendly and tailored sessions are here to help you feel more confident and connected.

🌞 Summer courses are now open for online booking!

✔️ Parenting – Understand behaviour, anxiety, mental health, and school transitions
✔️ Parenting Teenagers – Navigate teenage years, including key stages like Year 11
✔️ Maths – Learn the methods used in schools today
✔️ Literacy – Support your child’s emotions and learning through books
✔️ Cookery – Create healthy, family-friendly meals together

👉 Enrol today and support your family’s learning journey. Link in comments ⬇️

07/04/2026

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Mental Health by Joe’s Buddy Line
⏰ Tuesday 14the April at 7pm
📍 West Horsley Place, Epsom Road, KT24 6AN
This free evening conference for parents of secondary school students will give you clear, practical tools to better understand your teenager and support their mental health.
Delivered by Joe’s Buddy Line, funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Book your free place: https://westhorsleyplace.org/whats-on/understanding-teens-1

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Mental Health by Joe’s Buddy Line

⏰ Tuesday 14the April at 7pm
📍 West Horsley Place, Epsom Road, KT24 6AN

This free evening conference for parents of secondary school students will give you clear, practical tools to better understand your teenager and support their mental health.

Delivered by Joe’s Buddy Line, funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Book your free place: https://westhorsleyplace.org/whats-on/understanding-teens-1

24/03/2026

Join Guildford Family Centre for a free hot drink, cake and support on Friday 27th March at 9:30-11:30am!
Come along and chat with representatives from local services who can help you and your family:
🏠 Guildford Borough Council Housing
👮 Surrey Police
💬 Citizens Advice Bureau
💷 Citizens Against Poverty
🤝 South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (SWSDA)
Bring your children, friends and family – everyone welcome!

Join us for a free hot drink, cake and support on Friday 27th March at 9:30-11:30am!

Come along and chat with representatives from local services who can help you and your family:

🏠 Guildford Borough Council Housing
👮 Surrey Police
💬 Citizens Advice Bureau
💷 Citizens Against Poverty
🤝 South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (SWSDA)

Bring your children, friends and family – everyone welcome!

16/03/2026

Do you need some face to face advice and live in or around West Molesey? We'll be at the Elmbridge Family Centres Molesey site on March 23rd and June 8th. Please contact the centre to book a slot.

16/03/2026

The Surrey Family Support Team (NAS) is offering FREE courses for parents/carers of children aged 6–18 who live or have a GP in Surrey. No diagnosis required.

Stepping Up for Autism – 8-week course
EarlyBird Plus (ages 6–10) – 6 weeks
Teen Life (ages 10–18) – 6 weeks
Two groups will run at Rowley’s, Cranleigh from 16 April:
Teen Life: 10:00–12:30
EarlyBird Plus: 18:00–20:30

Info & booking: Surrey.familysupport@nas.org.uk

11/03/2026

🧸 Join our webinar with Samantha Asher, Early Years and Primary SEND Advisor at Journey With Me. With 20+ years’ experience, she will explore early signs of neurodivergence and share practical, realistic strategies to support your child’s confidence and development at home.

Sign up today: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0rTy-P0