• 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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  • Ready Steady Go!! Every Wednesday – Including school holidays

    • Do you have a child under 5 with SEND or suspected SEND?

      Join us for an inclusive playgroup every Wednesday morning (including school holidays) 10.30am-11.30am at High Green Development Trust, S35 3HY. No need to book!!

      A space where your child can play and you can meet other parents. Our peer support workers will also be there to offer information and advice. For further information please email peersupport@sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk

      • WHEN
      • 10:30am - 11:30am Wednesday 27th May 2026
        • WHERE
        High Green Development Trust,
        The Campus,
        Pack Horse Lane,
        High Green ,
        Sheffield ,
        S35 3HY
  • Ready Steady Go!! Every Wednesday – Including school holidays

    • Do you have a child under 5 with SEND or suspected SEND?

      Join us for an inclusive playgroup every Wednesday morning (including school holidays) 10.30am-11.30am at High Green Development Trust, S35 3HY. No need to book!!

      A space where your child can play and you can meet other parents. Our peer support workers will also be there to offer information and advice. For further information please email peersupport@sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk

      • WHEN
      • 10:30am - 11:30am Wednesday 3rd Jun 2026
        • WHERE
        High Green Development Trust,
        The Campus,
        Pack Horse Lane,
        High Green ,
        Sheffield ,
        S35 3HY
  • Information session: Introduction to demand avoidance (3 June)

    • Are you worried about your child’s behaviour? Come along to learn more about what a demand-avoidant profile is and the effect it can have on children. We will  signpost you to support and resources that can help.

      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 - 12:30pm Wednesday 3rd Jun 2026
      • Tickets
        • Adult: Free
        • WHERE
        Sharrow Community Forum,
        Old Junior School,
        South View Road,
        Sheffield,
        S7 1DB
    • 1st April 2026
    • Another exciting opportunity has arisen within our Peer Support Service. We are looking to appoint another Peer Support Worker for a 20 hour, fixed term contract ending 30th April 2027 (subject to funding, this could be extended).

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    • 18th March 2026
    • Are you passionate about supporting families with children and young people with SEND? We are currently recruiting volunteers to support us in our work here at Sheffield Parent Carer Forum. We have a range of exciting, flexible roles available, and your time could make a real difference in our community.

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    • 23rd February 2026
    • Today sees the publication of the Government’s schools whitepaper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving and the opportunity for families, Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) and stakeholders to comment directly on the proposals. We understand that some families may feel anxious about what the published proposals might mean for them and children and young people with SEND. This article outlines what the white paper is, what happens next and what it means for families right now.

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