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SEND Reforms: First look and what’s next

The SEND Reform White Paper is here. Do you know how it affects your family?

Join us for briefings, both F2F and online, where we break down the SEND Reform White Paper. We are sharing our initial views and, more importantly, discussing what families need to know right now to prepare for the road ahead.

Read our full statement here:

Micro Talk 2 - Making a parental request for an EHCP

Run by SEND Education Advice Team at Skylarks
Skylarks offers a series of Micro Talks.

These are small, online groups with a maximum of 5 families and a member of the SEND advice team. Please book early to be sent the link to the video call.

Micro talks focus on different aspects of the SEND processes with a format of

  • 20 - 30 mins of presentation.
  • 15 mins for general questions.
  • Discussion in more detail of individual cases.

This small group session will deliver advice around:

  • -What are the responsibilities on the nursery, school or college when supporting children or young people?
  • What should a school be providing to support my child?
  • How does the Equalities act provide support for children and young people?
  • What should the setting be telling me/ the young person?
  • What can I do if i'm not happy with a setting and what they are providing?

This session will look at the legal test for applying for an EHCP needs assessment and provide advice to families who may want to apply for a plan.,

Events coming up

  • In 4 days

  • Monday 16th Mar 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm