20/05/2026
💬 I’m currently doing some research for a local primary school, and I’d really value some input from parents and carers of children with additional needs. 💙💛
The school is hoping to begin holding support sessions for parents and carers of SEND children, and we would love to know what topics or areas of support would be most helpful for families.
What are the biggest challenges you’ve faced, or what do you wish schools and services understood better?
Are there any areas you feel parents need more help, guidance, or information with? For example:
✨ Navigating the Local Authority (LA)
✨ EHCPs and school support
✨ Communication with schools
✨ Autism / ADHD assessments
✨ Friendships and socialising
✨ Emotional regulation and behaviour support
✨ Support available for parents and carers
✨ Respite support and short breaks
✨ Finding and using PAs (Personal Assistants)
✨ Clubs, activities, and inclusion
✨ Mental health and burnout as a parent
✨ Financial help, grants, or benefits
✨ Transitioning between schools or year groups
I’d also love to hear what has helped you most, what hasn’t worked, and what you feel would make the biggest difference to families locally.
Please feel free to comment below or message privately if you’d prefer. Your experiences and ideas could really help shape meaningful support for parents in our community. 💙 Thanks, Frances Bell
