Hampshire SENDIASS

17/06/2026

SEN Support & Ordinarily Available Provision

To help you better understand the difference between SEN Support and Ordinarily Available Provision in mainstream settings, so you feel confident navigating support for your child - We’ve created a short, clear YouTube video that breaks down the difference.

🔗https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtXDNwxtTc4&t=315s

Or if you prefer we’ve developed a dedicated webpage to guide parent carers through what to expect from their child’s provision.

Our aim is to empower you with knowledge and practical resources so you can confidently advocate for your child and help remove barriers to learning.

💻 Visit our website
https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/sen-support

📲 Please share with anyone who may find this helpful.

16/06/2026

Good news for families from September 2026! 🎒🍎
From September 2026, all children in families receiving Universal Credit will be eligible for free school meals.
✅ If you already receive Universal Credit – your child will qualify
✅ If you receive Universal Credit but haven’t applied for free school meals before – you can now claim
When to apply:
You can apply from 1 June 2026 ready for the new school year in September.
Free school meals can help save money and ensure your child has a healthy meal during the school day.
👉 Find out more and apply here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/free-school-meals-guidance-for-schools-and-local-authorities
If you think you might be eligible, it’s definitely worth applying!

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Good news for families from September 2026! 🎒🍎
From September 2026, all children in families receiving Universal Credit will be eligible for free school meals.
✅ If you already receive Universal Credit – your child will qualify
✅ If you receive Universal Credit but haven’t applied for free school meals before – you can now claim
When to apply:
You can apply from 1 June 2026 ready for the new school year in September.
Free school meals can help save money and ensure your child has a healthy meal during the school day.
👉 Find out more and apply here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/free-school-meals-guidance-for-schools-and-local-authorities
If you think you might be eligible, it’s definitely worth applying!

Guidance for schools and local authorities about providing school meals including information on free school meal eligibility.

16/06/2026

We are proud to be sharing this FREE Neurodivergent Awareness session from Hampshire CAMHS

The event will include a contribution from Emma Hall (SENDIASS), who will be delivering a session on how to support neurodivergent individuals in school settings.

This free event is suitable for parents, carers and professionals, offering practical strategies to support children and young people who are Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD.

📅 8 July 2026
⏰ 9.30am – 3.45pm
📍 Community Station, Bordon

⚠️ Due to limited capacity, please only book a place if you are sure you can attend. We want to avoid empty seats on the day, while others miss out on this valuable information.

🔗 Book your free place here:
https://hampshirecamhs.nhs.uk/events/neurodevelopmental-awareness-july-2026/

16/06/2026

We’re sharing access to Talking Therapies in your area—because we understand first-hand the emotional toll advocating for your child can take, and wanted to highlight this supportive resource 💙

We're excited to share that Talking Therapies Hampshire and Isle of Wight has a new website!

The new site brings all the local Talking Therapies services together in one place, making it easier to find and get the right support.

Talking Therapies is a service for people aged 16 years and over in Hampshire and IOW, and offers a wide range of treatments, in a wide range of formats, and offers support with everyday wellbeing as well as diagnosed common mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, phobias, OCD and PTSD.

The website provides information on finding your local provider, support on offer and how to access the service.

Visit here 👉️ https://www.talkingtherapieshiow.nhs.uk

NHS Talking Therapies Hampshire

15/06/2026

Free Online Session – Preparing for Adulthood Social Care

We’re pleased to share another valuable session from The Hampshire Parent Carer Network – Bridging the Gap project 💙

Join them online with our Support Worker, Debra, who will be offering practical advice and guidance around transitioning into adult social care.

🗓 Date: 1st July 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00pm
💻 Where: Online via Zoom

This session will cover:

✔️ Transitioning to Adult Social Care
✔️ Creating support packages after college
✔️ Paying for care and services
✔️ Requesting support and assessments
✔️ Recruiting a Personal Assistant (PA)
✔️ Supporting young people towards greater independence after 18

👉 Book your place here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/hpcn

📌 A helpful session for parent carers planning the next steps for young people.
Please share with anyone who may find this useful!

12/06/2026

2026 Exam season is coming to an end … but thinking ahead?

As this year’s GCSE exam season wraps up, many parents and carers of young people heading into Year 10 and Year 11 may already be thinking about how to best support their child — especially if they find exams challenging.

Planning ahead can make a real difference 💭

We’ve added helpful infographics and trusted links to the Young People’s section of our website to support you in preparing for positive, collaborative discussions with your child’s education setting.

✅ Understand support options
✅ Feel more confident in conversations with school/college
✅ Help your young person succeed in a way that works for them

🔎 Explore the resources here:
https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/young-peoples-page

Look under the title 'Help in school/college'

11/06/2026

New on Our YouTube Channel! 🎥

We’ve just uploaded a short, practical guide to help you confidently respond to a draft Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

🔗https://www.youtube.com/

In this video, we cover:

✅ What it means to respond to a draft plan
✅ The different sections of an EHCP and what they include
✅ How to carefully check your child’s needs, outcomes, and support (provision)
✅ How to highlight missing information and request changes
✅ Your right to choose and request a school or setting

💡 Extra support available:

Alongside the video, we also have a helpful guide on our website — “Checking a Draft EHC Plan” — which you can use as a reference when reviewing your own young person’s plan:
👉 https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/information-and-advice/

Click on Education, Health and Care Plans from the topic list and then it is under Draft EHC Plan

💬 Need more personalised support?

We run fortnightly workshops with a support worker where you can ask questions specific to your journey:
👉 https://www.hampshiresendiass.co.uk/workshops/

🎬 Watch now on our YouTube channel and feel more confident navigating the EHCP process.

10/06/2026

Free Online Session – Preparing for Adulthood Education
We’re sharing this fantastic opportunity from The Hampshire Parent Carer Network – Bridging the Gap project 💙

Join them for a free online SENDIASS session with our very own Service Manager, Gayle, who will be delivering helpful guidance and support for families preparing for the next stage of education.

🗓 Date: 15th June 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00pm
💻 Where: Online via Zoom

This session will cover:
✔️ What happens to your EHCP after 18
✔️ SEN support in colleges
✔️ Careers advice and future options
✔️ Supporting young people into independence, education, and employment

👉 Book your place here:
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/hpcn

📌 Open to parent carers looking for clear, practical advice on preparing for adulthood.

Please feel free to share with anyone who may benefit!

09/06/2026

***Sharing from NHS***

Do you know someone who’s pregnant or has little ones under 4?
They may be eligible for the NHS Healthy Start scheme, helping families afford nutritious food and milk.
Share this link or tag a friend—every little bit helps 💛

https://www.healthystart.nhs.uk/frequently-asked-questions/applying-for-healthy-start-faqs/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSKOJ9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFsVWt6OGtENmg0dDVxWFZJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiOev1IFsEk4aZlNsblcZ7IxLBjycx2W0ILzH2ZgopBzW73myfLi4i1vQDRm_aem_uESI82M_2PJdj3p0Mm7Ytw

08/06/2026

Sharing on behalf of the Hampshire Parent Carer Network

📢 Join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 8th July, 10:00am–2:00pm at the Hampshire Court Hotel, Basingstoke.

Hear about our achievements over the past year, our plans for the future, and how parent carers are helping shape local services. Meet our parent carer representatives, connect with local service providers, and stay informed about what’s happening in our community.

🍽️ Refreshments and lunch provided.

🎟️ Book your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/hpcn

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙