No Comments
By Andrea .
~29 May 2026
It is one of the strongest tools parents have when challenging discrimination by schools, LAs, health bodies, transport, leisure providers, clubs, and any organisation delivering a “service” or “public function”.
It is one of the strongest tools parents have when challenging discrimination by schools, LAs, health bodies, transport, leisure providers, clubs, and any organisation delivering a “service” or “public function”.
Friendships are often described as a “normal” part of childhood - something that just happens, something every child should have, something schools assume will fall into place. But for many neurodivergent (ND) children and young people, this simply isn’t the reality. Parents know it and children absolutely do feel it. Professionals suspect it but sadly nobody...
When a school refuses to request an Education, Health and Care Needs Assessment (EHCNA), it can feel personal, dismissive, and deeply frustrating. But in reality, refusals almost always fall into one of three categories and once you know which one you’re dealing with, you can take clear, strategic next steps. Here are the three reasons a...
We are seeing a sharp rise in bullying, school‑based trauma, and mental health crises in neurodivergent children as communicated in our group by SEND Parents - and a rise in CAMHS refusing referrals because children “don’t meet criteria”. Here is what the data shows, what this means for ND children, and what you can do if...
For many families in our community, the journey toward understanding their child’s needs is anything but straightforward. CYP rarely present in neat diagnostic boxes, and when traits from OCD, ADHD, and Autism overlap, the picture becomes even more complex. This overlap can lead to misinterpretation, delayed identification, and support plans that don’t quite fit what the...
The Dynamic Support Register is a statutory tool used by local areas to identify autistic children and young people (and adults) who are at risk of crisis, hospital admission, or placement breakdown.
A question asked by many? People often assume SEND advocacy should be free and emotionally, that makes sense. You’re fighting for your CYP and other families are fighting for basic legal entitlements, not luxuries. But the reality is more complex, and it has nothing to do with greed or gatekeeping certainly from SEN Parent Support Group’s...
This blog is for the parents who are exhausted, frightened of being judged, and quietly wondering whether they’re “allowed” to even think about residential care. It’s for the carers who have reached the limit of what can be safely managed at home. And it’s for the professionals who want to understand what the law actually says...
We talk a lot about children’s behaviour not as something to “fix”, but as communication. What we don’t talk about nearly enough is the adult side of the equation.
When the Local Authority issues a draft Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), many parents breathe a sigh of relief. Finally, something is on paper. Often, the school’s Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) will offer to “look it over” and even make amendments for you. It sounds supportive, even generous. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: letting...
Book Your Mentor Support Call Today to kickstart your journey navigating through SEN.
Have questions or need support? Contact us today—we’re here to help you on your SEND journey.
Explore our directory of trusted SEN professionals to find the support your child needs. From Educational Psychologists to Speech and Language Therapists, start your search now and connect with experts ready to help.
SEN Parent Support Group supports parents and carers navigating the SEND journey with resources, advice, and a welcoming community.
© 2020–2025 SEN Parent Support Group™. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this website or its downloadable content may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.
This site is governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Designed & Developed By Sprout Hub
