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What parent carers told us this October...
School support, respite, communication and more - read the themes from our September drop-ins and roadshow.
Lancashire's SEND Reform Plan Approved – What This Means for Families
13 October 2026 The Department for Education (DfE) has approved Lancashire's three-year SEND Reform Plan, an important milestone in the ongoing work to improve services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The plan sets out how Lancashire's education, health and care partners will work together over the next three years to improve the support available to families. What has been approved? The DfE has recognised seve
What parent carers told us this September...
School support, respite, communication and more - read the themes from our September drop-ins and roadshow.
Upcoming Events
11 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 20:0011 Nov 2026, 19:00 – 20:00WebinarNot sure what education setting is right for your child? This Let’s Talk session will explain the different education and placement options available for children and young people with SEND, how placements are considered and what to think about when exploring the best fit for your child.
13 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 13:0013 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 13:00Nelson Family Hub And The Zone, Leeds Rd, Nelson BB9 8ELOur SEND Roadshows bring families and professionals together with services and support for children and young people with SEND. Get information, advice and answers all in one place, and find out more about the support available across Lancashire through the SEND Local Offer.
13 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:3013 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30The Maden Community & Childrens Centre, Rochdale Rd, Bacup OL13 9NZHeld on the 2nd Friday of the month, our Family Hub Drop-ins are a friendly, informal space to ask questions, share concerns and connect with other parent carers. Meet LPCF and often a SENDIAS representative, no diagnosis needed, no pressure, just come along for a chat.- 17 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 13:0017 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 13:00Kirkham Family Hub and The Zone, Chapel Walks, Kirkham, Preston PR4 2TAOur SEND Roadshows bring families and professionals together with services and support for children and young people with SEND. Get information, advice and answers all in one place, and find out more about the support available across Lancashire through the SEND Local Offer.
- 18 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30Preston Family Hub Drop-In /Preston Family Hub, Stoneygate Nursery School, 8a Lennox St, Preston PR1 3XU, UK18 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30Preston Family Hub, Stoneygate Nursery School, 8a Lennox St, Preston PR1 3XU, UKHeld on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, our Family Hub Drop-ins are a friendly, informal space to ask questions, share concerns and connect with other parent carers. Meet LPCF and often a SENDIAS representative, no diagnosis needed, no pressure, just come along for a chat.
- 20 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:3020 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30Burnley Wood Family Hub, 33 Brunswick St, Burnley BB11 3NYHeld on the 3rd Friday of the month, our Family Hub Drop-ins are a friendly, informal space to ask questions, share concerns and connect with other parent carers. Meet LPCF and often a SENDIAS representative, no diagnosis needed, no pressure, just come along for a chat.
- 24 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:3024 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30Brierfield Family Hub, Tunstill Square, Brierfield, Nelson BB9 5GZ, UKHeld on the 4th Tuesday of the month, our Family Hub Drop-ins are a friendly, informal space to ask questions, share concerns and connect with other parent carers. Meet LPCF and often a SENDIAS representative, no diagnosis needed, no pressure, just come along for a chat.
- 24 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:3024 Nov 2026, 09:30 – 11:30Fleetwood Library, North Albert St, Fleetwood FY7 6AJHeld on the 4th Tuesday of the month, our Family Hub Drop-ins are a friendly, informal space to ask questions, share concerns and connect with other parent carers. Meet LPCF and often a SENDIAS representative, no diagnosis needed, no pressure, just come along for a chat.
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