South Glos Parent Carers - not for profit CIC

22/03/2026

Here’s what we’ve got coming up this week!

On Thursday SEND and You - SAY will be at the drop in support session at our Community Base in Kingswood. Come along to meet with a SENDIAS practitioner on a confidential, one-to-one basis to receive help and support with your query about special educational needs and/or disability. ⁠ ⁠

You'll find opening hours, maps, parking details and more.
👉 https://sgpc.org.uk/get-support

📅LAST CHANCE TO BOOK
It's your last chance to book a spot on next weeks workshop "Understanding Masking" on Tuesday 31st at 7pm. If you are not available on the day there is also the option to book to access the recording of the session.

For more details and the booking link head to
👉 https://sgpc.org.uk/workshops

22/03/2026

🩺Today we’re looking at the third of our key findings from the recent health survey

The survey highlighted the number of children and young people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos who are dealing with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Many families described their experiences that Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAHMS) referrals are typically only accepted when crisis point is reached. There is limited awareness of and/or lack of access to early intervention services


👉 Check out our latest news to read the full report https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/healthcarereport26

21/03/2026

🩺Today we’re looking at the second of our key findings from the recent health survey

There was evidence of some education settings proactively addressing and supporting children’s health needs. However, many parent carers faced barriers including but not limited to services having restrictive eligibility criteria and long waiting lists.

👉 Check out our latest news to read the full report https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/healthcarereport26

20/03/2026

🩺Today we’re looking at the first of our key findings from the recent health survey
The survey highlighted the issue that the lack of joined up working across different services causes for families. Parents report being passed between different services without receiving the support and information they need, creating a frustrating cycle.

👉 Check out our latest news to read the full report https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/healthcarereport26

19/03/2026

In December 2025, working jointly with the parent carer forums in Bristol and North Somerset we asked parent carers to share their experiences of accessing healthcare for their child or young person.

💙A heartfelt thank you to all of you who took the time to complete the survey

Your voices truly matter - by sharing your experiences and feedback, you've played an important role in helping healthcare providers understand the real challenges faced by families of children and young people with SEND. Your input will support meaningful conversations around what needs to change.


The full report is now published on our website https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/healthcarereport26

19/03/2026

“Masking” refers to when an individual hides or suppresses symptoms, behaviours, or difficulties they are experiencing. While it can happen intentionally, it often occurs unconsciously over time as the person receives negative feedback for their authentic presentation.

While many think of masking as a neurodivergent behaviour, particularly for autistic people or those with ADHD, people with various diagnoses mask for a variety of reasons.

This workshop covers:
What is Masking?
What is Fawning?
How does it impact the individual and the family?
How can we identify and support it?

This 2-hour session is for families with children aged 0 - 25 and will be delivered ONLINE via Zoom. This workshop will be recorded.
The workshop will be delivered by Corrina from Platypus Training, who has a wealth of personal and professional experience of neurodiversity and a masters in Autism. She has worked as a Family Services Manager for over 15 years and has developed services for families, children and young people. Corrina has extensive experience of working with families where there are neurodivergent children.

Join us on 31st March 7pm, to book your spot please click on the link in the comments.

Have you been told your child is masking, but not sure what it means? Want to know more about masking and the impact it can have?

18/03/2026

When your child has complex needs, finding accessible services and activities is not always easy.

WellChild - the national charity for sick children have launched "in your Area", a free online directory. Whether you are looking for accessible holiday accommodation, days out or local youth clubs they have got you covered.

👉 just pop your postcode into the WellChild - the national charity for sick children website: https://www.wellchild.org.uk/in-your-area/

18/03/2026

The Government has published proposals to reform the SEND system. As parent carers ourselves we know how difficult it can be finding the time to read such a large amount of information and respond to a long consultation.

We’re here to help. Each week we will focus on an aspect proposed changes, and ask you to share your views in series of short, bite-size surveys making it quick and easy to share what matters most to you

One of the proposals in the SEND White Paper focuses on strengthening SEN Support in mainstream schools through the National Inclusion Standards, and five areas of development.

Find out more about the proposals and take the survey https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/sendreform-survey2

⏰Key details:

☑️Takes only 10 minutes minutes

☑️One survey per family

☑️Completely confidential

📅Closes midnight, Sunday 3 May

Thank you for sharing your views, every response helps to ensure that the perspectives of families in our community are heard

Details of all our updates on the SEND reforms can be found on our website https://sgpc.org.uk/schools-white-paper See less

17/03/2026

It’s Neurodiversity Celebration Week, and we’re sharing the new online Neurodiversity Hub for Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

The Hub brings together support for neurodivergent children, young people and adults, along with practical advice and links to local services. It also aims to help everyone learn more about neurodivergence, to support a more inclusive, neurodiversity‑affirming community.

Please take a moment to explore the Hub and share it with anyone who might find it useful. Visit the site through the link in the comments.

16/03/2026

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026 (16–22 March) is here. This year’s theme is From Awareness to Action: Making Organisational Change Happen

What better time to look at the Partnerships for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools (PINS) project work that is happening in primary schools nationwide. Here in South Glos we’re coming to the end of its second year, and activity has been busy across schools taking part.

👉 Check out our latest news item https://sgpc.org.uk/news-feed/ndweek26

👉 To find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week and events happening this week https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/

16/03/2026

SEND and You - SAY will be at Cadbury Heath Children's Centre on Thursday morning.

South Glos parents/carers! FREE appointments are available with our SENDIAS practitioner on a confidential, one-to-one basis to receive help and support with your query about special educational needs and/or disability. ⁠ ⁠

Appointments are available between 9:45am- 12:30pm on Thursday 19th March at Cadbury Heath Children’s Centre, BS30 8AA.

Link to book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-glos-in-person-bookable-slots-for-send-advice-19th-march-2026-tickets-1980558641211?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/03/2026

Here’s what we’ve got coming up this week!

Details of all our Drop-in support sessions can be found on our website. You'll find opening hours, maps, parking details and more.
https://sgpc.org.uk/get-support