A series of informal drop-in sessions for parent carers to share their views and ask questions about the Government SEND reform proposals and consultation
The Government's Schools White Paper, Every child achieving and thriving was published on Monday 23 February 2026. The Paper sets out proposed reforms to the schools and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system in England.
The Government's consultation on the proposed reforms is open until 18 May. You can read the proposals and share your views here: SEND reform: putting children and young people first - Department for Education - Citizen Space
As Southend's Parent Carer Forum, Southend SEND Independent Forum (SSIF) encourages parents and carers to engage with the consultation. To support this, SSIF are hosting informal drop‑in sessions where you can share your views and ask questions.
All sessions will be held in Southend Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue, Southend, SS2 6ER on the following dates:
- Friday 13 March, 9.30am to 10.30am Committee Room 2
- Tuesday 17 March, 9.30am to 10.30am Committee Room 2
- Monday 23 March, 12.30pm to 1.30pm Committee Room 3
- Thursday 23 April, 10.30am to 11.30am Committee Room 7
- Friday 1 May, 12.30pm to 1.30pm, Committee Room 7
- Monday 11 May, 10am to 11am, Committee Room 4
The Southend SEND Area Partnership are also hosting an information session about the proposed SEND reforms on Friday 17 April 9.30am to 10.30am at Southend Civic Centre (Jubilee Room). You can book a place on that event here.