• Welcome to the Sheffield Parent Carer Forum!

    • Are you the parent or carer of a child or young person with additional needs in Sheffield?
      We are here to support you. We connect families from all areas of Sheffield to provide mutual support, exchange information and work with decision makers to improve services for our children.

      We want to hear what you think. Join our community today and benefit from being part of the largest network of parent carers in Sheffield.

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      Sheffield City Council wants to hear from families of children with additional needs.SCC are inviting parents and carers of children aged 0–16, or 0–19 if they have special educational needs or disabilities, to take part in our survey.Your feedback will help shape our work and assess the impact of both Government and Local Authority childcare campaigns.👉 Have your say and make a difference!haveyoursay.sheffield.gov.uk/parents-carers-childcare-survey-2025 ... See MoreSee Less

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  • Coffee & Chat (25 Sept)

    • Coffee & Chat is drop-in style coffee morning for parent carers, with bookable one-to-one consultations with a professional running alongside it.

      This month you’ll be able to speak with an Occupational Therapist from the Sensory Service. Please click here to book your 30-minute slot.

      If you just want to attend the general coffee morning, you don’t need to book. Just turn up, and you’ll receive a warm welcome from our volunteers Pat and Thaeeba!

      • WHEN
      • 9:30am - 12:00pm Thursday 25th Sep 2025
        • WHERE
        Burton Street Foundation,
        57 Burton Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2HH

  • Parent Carer Support Group (26 Sept)

    • A monthly peer support group for parents who identify as disabled and/or neurodivergent and care for a child or young person with additional needs. No diagnosis needed, and no need to book.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 26th Sep 2025
        • WHERE
        Sharrow Community Forum,
        Old Junior School,
        South View Road,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1DB

  • Information session: Introduction to autism (27 Sept)

    • This session will give an introduction to autism and what it means to be autistic. We will discuss ways to support your child or young person and signpost you to more information. There will be plenty of time for peer support and opportunities for discussion.

      Please note: This session is not suitable for children. No diagnosis required. You must be a member of Sheffield Parent Carer Forum to attend – register here. Booking essential.

      • WHEN
      • 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturday 27th Sep 2025
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Sheffield Mencap and Gateway,
        Norfolk Lodge,
        Park Grange Road,
        Sheffield,
        S2 3QF
    • 26th August 2025

    • Are EHC plans under threat?

    • There are signs that the government could be looking to scale back the use of Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans. Proposals to reform the SEN system will be published in the autumn.
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