Central Bedfordshire SEND Local Offer

26/08/2026

📚✨ Back to School Support for Children with Down's Syndrome ✨📚

The start of a new school year can be an exciting time, but it can also bring challenges and worries for children, families, carers, and educators. The Down's Syndrome Association has created a range of helpful resources to support a smooth and successful transition back to school. These include checklists, transition books, guidance for parents and carers, and practical advice for educators.

Whether your child is starting school, moving to a new class, or changing schools, these resources can help everyone feel more prepared and confident. The DSA also offers training opportunities and a free helpline for additional support.

🔗 Find out more here: https://ow.ly/Ypjm50ZFtFp

Back to school Crafting a successful start to the year At the DSA we recognise that the back to school period can be a stressful time – for children, parents/carers and teachers alike. It’s important to plan early so that your child can have a smooth transition. We hope to make this time a littl...

19/08/2026

📢 SEND News Bulletin Out Now! 📢

Our latest SEND News Bulletin is now available, featuring information, support and opportunities for children and young people with SEND and their families.
Inside this edition:

⚽ Bedfordshire Disability Sports Festival
Discover inclusive sports and activity opportunities for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs.

📝 School Readiness Survey
Share your experiences and help shape support for children starting school.

💙 Supporting Healthy Relationships
Find out about resources and workshops designed to help parents and carers support children and young people to develop healthy, positive relationships.

🌞 SEND Activities During the Summer Holidays
Explore activities and events taking place throughout the summer break.

👪 Parent Carer Workshops
Access a range of workshops offering information, practical advice and support on a variety of SEND topics.

Take a look and stay informed about the latest opportunities and support available for SEND families.
👉 Read the full bulletin here: https://ow.ly/26RO50ZBqVC

You can sign up to receive the bulletin directly to your inbox here https://ow.ly/c8LO50ZBqVE

SNAP Parent Carer Forum Central Bedfordshire Council Central Bedfordshire SENDIASS Leighton Buzzard Children's Centre Flitwick and District Children's Centre Dunstable Locality Children's Centre Houghton Regis Children's Centre Shefford and Stotfold Children's centre Sandy and Biggleswade Locality Children's Centre NHS Bedfordshire and Luton Children and Young People's Health Services

19/08/2026

SEND CLIMBING//
Book onto our Autism-Friendly and SEND Climb for a calmer environment with reduced capacity.

🧗£13.50 per climber
🧗Wednesdays and Sundays, 10am

17/08/2026

12/08/2026

Join us for a day of fun at the Bedfordshire Disability Sports Festival, a free event to empower and support children and families in our local community to take part in disability sports.

Organised by our specialist Paediatric Physiotherapists, it offers children with physical disabilities in Bedfordshire and surrounding areas the opportunity to take part in a variety of disability sports and find out more information about how to access different sporting activities.

📆Sunday 20 September 2026
⌚10am to 4pm
🏀John Bunyan sports centre, MK42 9TS

The day is set to be incredibly special and we would like to invite as many people as possible to join us.

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bedfordshire-disability-sports-festival-tickets-1987314892340?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/08/2026

🎒 Is your child aged 3 or 4?

Starting school is a big milestone, and we'd love to hear about your experience of getting your child ready for their first day.

Your feedback will help shape future information, advice and support for families across Central Bedfordshire.

The survey only takes a few minutes to complete. Take part here: https://centralbedfordshire.welcomesyourfeedback.net/SchoolReadiness

🗓️ The survey closes on Monday 24 August.

Please share this post with other parents and carers of 3- and 4-year-olds to help us hear from as many families as possible.

05/08/2026

📣Parents and Carers - have your say !

We want to hear from parents and carers of school-aged children, about your childcare needs.

Your feedback will help us understand what's working well, identify any gaps in childcare provision and shape future childcare services across Central Bedfordshire.

If you have more than one school-aged child, please complete a separate survey for each child.

Complete the survey here: https://centralbedfordshire.welcomesyourfeedback.net/s/SACChildcareParentSurvey

🗓️ Closes Friday 14 August 2026.

05/08/2026

🚗✈️🚆 Whether you're travelling by car, train or plane, a little preparation can go a long way. Here are some practical tips to help make your journey smoother.

Learn more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wWJb70

04/08/2026

There are 2 weeks left to give us your feedback on the proposals to change Ivel Valley School & College

https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/consultations-list/transformation-ivel-valley-school-and-college

30/07/2026

This summer, join us for a variety of activities at our libraries, children's centres, and outdoor venues. There's something for everyone. We also offer activities designed for children with special educational needs and disabilities. Find out more: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/summer-activities