Description

The Early Years SEND Support Service offer a play and development group for parent carers of children with SEND aged 0 to 5 in Southend-on-Sea.

The stay and play sessions are designed to support you and your child with a variety of play and sensory experiences. A range of different services also join the sessions to provide support and information. See below for information.

Age

0 to 5

Is a referral needed?

No

Cost

Free

Dates / Times

During term time sessions run fortnightly on Wednesdays 1pm to 2.30pm.

Some sessions are also delivered during the summer holiday.

Session information

All sessions run between 1pm and 2.30pm.

2026 Summer holiday dates:

  • 22 July
  • 29 July
  • 12 August - this session will have a focus on supporting transitions for children who are starting reception in September 2026
  • 19 August
  • 26 August

Dates for the next term:

  • 9 September
  • 23 September
  • 7 October
  • 21 October
  • 4 November
  • 18 November
  • 2 December
  • 16 December
Address

Summercourt Best Start Network Site, Summercourt Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 7AT

Map
Venue notes
  • parking available in North Road car park
  • changing facilities for children and young people
  • wheelchair accessible
Contact name/position

Tracy Bakonyvari - Early Years SEND Advisor

Email
Provision type
Targeted