Surrey SEND Local Offer

01/09/2026

The Support for your child in Early Years section of the Local Offer has a range of helpful information including:

• How to find an early education provider
• How they can support your child
• Education, health, and community services
• Tips for moving to primary school

Check it out: https://orlo.uk/ODNiY

01/09/2026

Coram Family Lives are hosting a free online course called parenting neurodivergent children. The course explores a range of topics and provides helpful resources for parents and carers.

If you are parenting neurodivergent children, you may be interested in our self-guided FREE online course which has been created by parents who have lived experience of raising children, with neurodivergence ow.ly/Nkxq50Z330x

31/08/2026

LinkAble has launched ‘Livability’, a new programme for young people aged 18 and over with additional needs. The year long programme teaches life skills, builds confidence and offers experiences in the community.

Now that summer nearly is over, some of you may be thinking, "what's next"?

If you're aged 18–30 and want to prepare for work, volunteering, or independent living, then we can support you.

LivAbility is our full year training programme for young people covering life skills, digital skills, financial and work preparation, health and wellbeing, and community projects.

How it works:
- Small group (up to 9 participants)
- Attend 1 - 3 days a week
- Learning happens in the centre and out in the community

Find out more and register your interest here: https://www.linkable.org.uk/pages/get-ahead

28/08/2026

Don't miss the Egham Library SEND storytime next month for children aged 4 to 11 with additional needs. Booking is required and can be made through the library.

Next month at Egham Library, we will be hosting a SEND Storytime event along with a craft for children with additional needs on Wednesday 9th September from 6pm - 7pm.

This event is suitable for children aged 4 - 11 and costs £1 per child.

All children in attendance, must be accompanied by an adult.

To book a place for this event, please email us at [email protected]

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27/08/2026

Contact - For families with disabled children are running a free workshop for parents and carers, offering practical tips to support children with sleep.

Is your child struggling with sleep? Would you also like to feel more confident accessing support and information online? 💤

Join our FREE workshop for practical advice on supporting your child’s sleep.

The session will help parent carers better understand sleep difficulties, explore strategies that may help their family and learn more about accessing digital services and support.

Find out more and book your free place at the link in the comments 👇🔗

27/08/2026

Do you know a child or young person in the Caterham area, who would like to go to the Youth Unite SEND Youth Club?

🌟 YOUTH UNITE IS BACK! 🌟
We’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone back to Youth Unite SEND Youth Club when our sessions restart on Thursday 3rd September! 💙💛
Youth Unite is a fun, friendly and nurturing space for 10–16 year olds, with lots to get involved in – including art, cookery, creative activities and enterprise sessions.
📅 Thursdays
⏰ 6pm–8pm
📍 Arcadia, Caterham
💷 £7 per session – including a meal and drink
Whether you’re returning after the summer or thinking about joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you! ⭐
📧 For more information, contact Beth at [email protected]
Thursday 3rd September – we’re back! 🎉

26/08/2026

Take a moment to visit our website and let us know whether you found the information helpful by using the feedback option at the bottom of each page.

We use this feedback and regularly collaborate with parent carers, young people and practitioners, to improve the site. Read more about how we do so: https://orlo.uk/wxMiJ

If you're a parent carer of a child with additional needs or a disability, the Surrey SEND Local Offer has information, advice and support for you and your family.

Find details on:
- Courses and training for parent carers
- Funding, grants and financial assistance
- The carers’ guide to support
- The Surrey Early Support service

On the Local Offer, you can also find helpful information, advice and resources to support you and your child in areas such as education, health, leisure, transport, community, and more.

Learn more: https://orlo.uk/3dcou

25/08/2026

Our Preparing for Adulthood section has detailed information on what young people should consider as they move into adult life. It includes advice on:

•Education and employment
•Housing
•Health
•Services offering support to young people

Visit: https://orlo.uk/nk1M8

24/08/2026

Farnham Leisure Centre offer inclusive swimming lessons in smaller groups for children with additional needs.

🌟 Inclusive Swimming Lessons at Farnham Leisure Centre 🌟

At Farnham Leisure Centre, we’re proud to offer inclusive swimming lessons designed to support children with autism and additional needs 💙🏊‍♂️

Our lessons are taught in smaller groups, creating a calm, friendly, and supportive environment where every child can build confidence, learn new skills, and enjoy being in the water 🌈✨

📅 Spaces are currently available in the following classes:

💦 Stage 1
🕠 Monday – 5:30 PM
🕓 Thursday – 4:00 PM
🕓 Friday – 5:00 PM

💦 Stage 2
🕔 Tuesday – 5:00 PM
🕠 Thursday – 5:30 PM

💦 Stage 3
🕠 Wednesday – 5:15 PM

🙌 Our friendly membership team is always happy to help, so please come and speak to us for more information.

✨ We also offer private 1-to-1 swimming lessons for children who may benefit from additional support in the water. Please ask to speak with our Swim Manager if you’d like to find out more.

Together, let’s make swimming accessible, enjoyable, and confidence-building for every child 💙💦

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24/08/2026

There are lots of great activities, information sessions and workshops taking place at the Hub at Challengers.